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Audrey Hatcher, Criminal Defense Attorney in Fort Worth, Texas

4 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and White Collar

Practicing criminal defense in Fort Worth since 2022.

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Audrey Hatcher is an attorney based in Fort Worth, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and White Collar. Audrey has 4 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Varghese Summersett PLLC.

Based in
Fort Worth, TEXAS
Experience
4 years
Known for
Criminal Defense · DUI/DWI · White Collar
  • Handles Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and White Collar matters from Fort Worth, TEXAS.
  • 4 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026).

About Audrey Hatcher: Audrey Hatcher is an attorney based in Fort Worth, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and White Collar. Audrey has 4 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Varghese Summersett PLLC.

Areas of practice

Audrey's practice areas in Fort Worth

Audrey concentrates on criminal defense, dui/dwi, and white collar. Each area below outlines the kind of case Audrey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Criminal Defense cases in Fort Worth, Texas

Audrey takes criminal defense matters in Fort Worth, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Audrey agrees to represent you.

DUI/DWI cases in Fort Worth, Texas

Audrey takes dui/dwi matters in Fort Worth, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Audrey agrees to represent you.

White Collar cases in Fort Worth, Texas

Audrey takes white collar matters in Fort Worth, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Audrey agrees to represent you.

Biography

Audrey Hatcher, criminal defense attorney serving Fort Worth

Audrey Hatcher is an attorney based in Fort Worth, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and White Collar. Audrey has 4 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Varghese Summersett PLLC. Audrey works from Fort Worth, Texas and takes on criminal defense matters across the region.

Audrey Hatcher is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and DUI / DWI Defense.

Audrey, who practices law in Fort Worth, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Audrey is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Audrey is an associate at Varghese Summersett

, where she focuses on state and federal criminal defense. She helps people facing misdemeanor and felony charges, including intoxication-related offenses, drug crimes, sex cases, thefts, and assaults. Audrey is committed to providing clients with the best possible representation and achieving optimal results.

Audrey's approach to criminal defense cases

Audrey Hatcher is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and DUI / DWI Defense. Audrey, who practices law in Fort Worth, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Audrey is held by other top lawyers in the…

The kind of cases Audrey takes

Audrey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, dui/dwi, and white collar matters in Fort Worth and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Audrey studied and practices

  • Southern Methodist University

    J.D. · 2022

Jurisdictions

Audrey's state bar admissions

  • Texas, State Bar of

    2022 · ACTIVE

Audrey studied at J.D. in Southern Methodist University.

Law school and academic background

Audrey completed J.D. in Southern Methodist University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Audrey runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Audrey's legal honors and published work

Audrey has received 9 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — DUI / DWI Defense

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Fort Worth Inc

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Southlake Style

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — 360 West Magazine

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Fort Worth Magazine

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026). Best Lawyers in America — DUI / DWI Defense (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Fort Worth Inc (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Southlake Style (2026).

Locations

Audrey Hatcher's office in Fort Worth

Audrey's primary office is at 300 Throckmorton Street, Suite 700, Fort Worth, Texas, 76102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Varghese Summersett PLLC

300 Throckmorton Street, Suite 700

Fort Worth, Texas 76102

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Hiring guide

How to hire Audrey Hatcher — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Audrey usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Audrey charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Audrey's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Audrey will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Fort Worth, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Audrey

Audrey discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Audrey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Audrey's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Audrey Hatcher

  • How much does it cost to hire Audrey for a criminal defense case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Audrey walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Audrey offer a free consultation?

    Audrey charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Audrey's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Audrey's current terms during booking.

  • How long do criminal defense cases in Texas typically take?

    Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Audrey gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Audrey take my case if I'm outside Fort Worth?

    Audrey is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Audrey will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Audrey?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Audrey will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Audrey accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

    Audrey's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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