Business Details
Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers | Asante Legal
Asante Legal PLLC is a dedicated criminal defense law firm serving the Dallas/Collin/Denton area. With experience in over 1,000 cases, we specialize in protecting the rights of individuals charged with criminal offenses, securing hundreds of dismissals and favorable outcomes through aggressive courtroom representation. Our practice focuses on DUI/drunk driving, drug cases, assault/domestic violence, misdemeanors, felonies, and record expungement.We prioritize honest communication, compassionate client support, and tailored legal strategies. Our principal attorney, Adwoa Asante, brings extensive trial experience and a commitment to defending the underdog, having previously served as a Dallas County Public Defender. We emphasize transparency, client education, and proactive case management to minimize stress during legal proceedings.
Services
DWI/Drunk Driving
Drug Cases
Assault/Domestic Violence
Misdemeanors
Felonies
Theft/Fraud
Weapons Offenses
Clear Your Record
Sex Crimes
Federal Crimes
Highlights and features
- Experience in over 1,000 criminal cases with hundreds of dismissals secured
- Proven success in trials and complex motion hearings
- Compassionate, client-focused representation with personalized attention
- Transparent communication and detailed case explanations
- Specialized expertise in Texas DWI, drug, and domestic violence laws
Associations and certifications
- Texas State Bar
What people say
Compassionate and dedicated
Kept me updated
Case dismissed
Affordable services
Excellent courtroom representation
Services
DWI/Drunk Driving
We defend clients charged with DWI offenses, including first-time and repeat offenses, high BAC cases, and intoxication manslaughter. Our strategies challenge evidence, address procedural violations, and negotiate reduced charges. With Texas' strict penalties, we prioritize protecting driving privileges, minimizing fines, and avoiding jail time while ensuring clients understand long-term implications like license suspensions and employment impacts.
Assault/Domestic Violence
Our firm handles misdemeanor and felony assault cases, including domestic violence and aggravated assault with deadly weapons. We challenge evidence credibility, assert self-defense claims, and mitigate sentencing through rehabilitation programs. We emphasize disproving intent, addressing false accusations, and protecting clients' rights during trials or plea negotiations to prevent lifelong consequences like restraining orders and firearm possession bans.
Drug Crimes
We defend against possession, manufacturing, and trafficking charges for controlled substances including marijuana, cocaine, and methamphetamine. Our approach includes challenging unlawful searches, negotiating diversion programs, and reducing felony charges. We address penalties like mandatory minimum sentences, fines up to $250,000, and probation requirements while advocating for treatment alternatives over incarceration for addiction-related cases.
Clear Your Record
We assist clients in expunging or sealing criminal records through Texas' expunction and non-disclosure processes. This includes dismissed cases, completed deferred adjudication, and qualifying offenses. We guide clients through eligibility requirements, documentation, and court filings to restore employment opportunities, housing applications, and professional licensing while navigating restrictions for family violence or sex offense convictions.
Misdemeanors
We handle Class A, B, and C misdemeanor charges ranging from assault to theft. Our focus is minimizing jail time, reducing fines, and preventing long-term consequences like probation. We leverage plea bargains, diversion programs, and trial advocacy to secure dismissals or charge reductions while educating clients on collateral impacts such as employment background checks and driver's license penalties.
People
Adwoa Asante
Principal Attorney
Adwoa Asante, founder of Asante Legal PLLC, specializes in criminal defense with over 1,000 cases handled. A former Dallas County Public Defender, she graduated Magna Cum Laude from The Ohio State University and with honors from Emory Law School. She focuses on DWI, drug crimes, and domestic violence cases, emphasizing client education and aggressive courtroom advocacy.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a DWI arrest in Texas?
Contact Asante Legal PLLC immediately. We'll review your case, challenge evidence, and advise on options like motion hearings or plea negotiations to minimize penalties like license suspension or jail time.
Can first-time drug possession charges be dismissed?
Yes. We've secured dismissals by challenging unlawful searches, diversion program eligibility, and lack of evidence. Outcomes depend on case specifics like substance type and amount.
How does Asante Legal handle domestic violence accusations?
We aggressively challenge evidence credibility, assert self-defense claims, and negotiate reduced charges. Our goal is preventing lifelong consequences like restraining orders and criminal record impacts.
What's the difference between expungement and non-disclosure?
Expungement destroys records; non-disclosure seals them from public view. Eligibility depends on case outcome—dismissals qualify for expungement, while deferred adjudication allows non-disclosure for qualifying offenses.
Can I get a misdemeanor charge reduced?
Yes. We negotiate with prosecutors to reduce charges to lower classifications or dismiss them entirely through plea bargains, diversion programs, or motion hearings.
