About Us - Austin Criminal Defense Lawyer
E.G. "Gerry" Morris, Attorney at Law
Austin, Texas based criminal defense lawyer, E. G. "Gerry" Morris, has since 1977 represented individuals accused of state and federal crimes, both in trial and on appeal. He is Board Certified as a Criminal Law Specialist by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He has been elected by other criminal defense attorneys to leadership positions in both state and national organizations. He served as president of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association during the 1997-98 term and is currently a member of the board of directors of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
The legal community as a whole has, through peer rating, given him recognition as being among the top lawyers in the state. He has been awarded the coveted "AV" rating by Martindale Hubbell Legal Directory, is listed in the publication Best Lawyers in America and was named by Texas Monthly Magazine as on of Texas’ Super Lawyers in the area of criminal defense.
Perhaps the best-known trial in which Mr. Morris was involved was the "Branch Davidian Trial." In that case Mr. Morris won an acquittal on all charges for his client.
Legal Education
Licenses and Certifications
Professional Activities
Recognition and Awards
 Suzanne M. Spencer
Of Counsel
Austin, Texas based criminal defense lawyer Suzanne Spencer began her legal career in 1988 as an Assistant City Attorney prosecuting cases in the City of Austin Municipal Courts. She left that position in 1990 to engage full time in the defense of individuals accused of crimes. Ms. Spencer’s Hispanic heritage and command of the Spanish language have led her to represent many clients of Hispanic origin. Prior to becoming a law school she pursued a career as a social worker. The combination of her training as a social worker and as a lawyer make her uniquely qualified to address the needs of clients requiring assistance to address the causes of their problems with the law.
Undergraduate and Graduate Education
- B.A. in Psychology and Masters of Social Work from Our Lady of the Lake University, San Antonio
Legal Education
- Graduate of the University of Texas School of Law.
Recognition and Awards
- Member of the College of the State Bar of Texas
The College of the State Bar of Texas is an honorary society of lawyers who are among the best trained attorneys in Texas. Members are qualified attorneys who are interested in both high ethical standards and improved training for all Texas attorneys.
Memberships in Legal Organizations
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
- Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
- Austin Bar Association
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