Business Details
44 Years
experience
Criminal Defense Lawyers in Lubbock, Texas
At the Law Offices of Rod Hobson and Kris Espino, we have dedicated our practice exclusively to criminal defense for over three decades. Our firm was founded on the principle that every individual deserves vigorous, personalized representation when facing criminal charges. We distinguish ourselves by refusing court-appointed cases, ensuring we maintain the capacity to provide undivided attention to each client's unique circumstances. Our attorneys, both graduates of Texas Tech University School of Law, bring extensive trial experience and a proven track record of success in felony and misdemeanor cases across West Texas. We prioritize direct client communication, offering free consultations and maintaining accessibility throughout the legal process.Our practice areas include criminal defense, appeals, civil forfeitures, and expunctions, with a particular focus on overturning unjust convictions and protecting clients' futures. We serve Lubbock and surrounding areas with bilingual capabilities and flexible appointment scheduling, including evenings and weekends. Our commitment to justice extends beyond the courtroom, as evidenced by our successful recovery of seized property and dismissal of charges for numerous clients. We measure our success not by the number of cases handled, but by the tangible positive outcomes we achieve for each individual we represent.
Services
Criminal Defense
Appeals
Civil Forfeitures
Expunctions
Nondisclosure Orders
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We exclusively practice criminal defense law with over 30 years of combined experience
- Our attorneys personally handle every case from start to finish
- Proven success in overturning convictions through appellate courts
- Bilingual legal services available for English and Spanish speakers
- Flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends for client convenience
What people say
Proven track record of success
Personalized case attention
Bilingual legal services
Successful charge dismissals
Honest case assessments
Services
Criminal Defense
We provide comprehensive criminal defense representation for felony and misdemeanor charges across West Texas. Our attorneys personally handle each case from arrest through trial, focusing on minimizing consequences and protecting clients' futures. With decades of combined experience, we've successfully defended clients against various charges including drug offenses, DUIs, and violent crimes.
Appeals
Our firm specializes in overturning unjust convictions through the appellate process. We leverage deep knowledge of Texas case law to challenge legal errors in trial court decisions. Both attorneys have argued before the state's highest criminal court, securing post-conviction relief based on unlawful searches, insufficient evidence, and other grounds.
Civil Forfeitures
We represent clients facing government seizure of property without criminal charges. Our attorneys have recovered tens of thousands of dollars and personal assets for clients by challenging unlawful forfeiture actions. We focus on proving ownership rights and demonstrating lack of criminal connection to seized property.
Expunctions
We help clients remove arrests and charges from public records through expunctions and nondisclosure orders. Our process allows clients to legally deny past arrests, improving employment and educational opportunities. We handle all court filings and hearings without requiring client attendance in most cases.
Legal Consultations
We offer free initial consultations to evaluate criminal cases and develop defense strategies. Our attorneys provide honest assessments of case strengths and potential outcomes. Consultations can be scheduled during extended weekday hours or on weekends for client convenience.
People
Roderique Hobson
Criminal Defense Attorney
With 34 years of legal experience, Rod Hobson has practiced exclusively in criminal defense since 1982. A Lubbock native and Texas Tech graduate, he brings extensive trial experience and a deep understanding of West Texas legal systems to each case.
Kris Espino
Criminal Defense Attorney
Kris Espino focuses on criminal defense and appellate work, leveraging his Texas Tech legal education and years of courtroom experience. He provides bilingual legal services and has successfully secured dismissals and reduced charges for numerous clients.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We exclusively practice criminal defense law, including trial representation, appeals, expunctions, and civil forfeiture cases across West Texas.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations to evaluate your case and discuss potential defense strategies during regular business hours.
Can you help with record expungement?
Yes, we specialize in expunctions and nondisclosure orders to help clients remove arrests and charges from public records.
Are your attorneys available outside regular hours?
Yes, we offer extended weekday and weekend appointments to accommodate clients' schedules and urgent legal needs.
How do you handle civil forfeiture cases?
We challenge unlawful property seizures by proving ownership rights and demonstrating lack of criminal connection to the property in question.
What makes your firm different from others?
We focus exclusively on criminal defense, maintain personal client involvement throughout cases, and have proven success in trial and appellate courts.
