Brent Mayr, Appellate Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Consumer, and Criminal Defense · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Managing PartneratMayr Law P.C.
Houston, TX
Practicing appellate in Houston since 2002.
- 24+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Brent Mayr is a managing partner based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Appellate, Consumer, and Criminal Defense. Brent has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayr Law P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 24 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Consumer · Criminal Defense
- Handles Appellate, Consumer, and Criminal Defense matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Brent Mayr: Brent Mayr is a managing partner based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Appellate, Consumer, and Criminal Defense. Brent has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayr Law P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Brent Mayr
Brent concentrates on appellate, consumer, criminal defense, drug crimes, and dui/dwi. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brent handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Consumer
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Criminal Defense
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Drug Crimes
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DUI/DWI
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DV Defense
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Theft
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Violent Crimes
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White Collar
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Appellate cases in Houston, Texas
Brent takes appellate matters in Houston, 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 Brent agrees to represent you.
Consumer cases in Houston, Texas
Brent takes consumer matters in Houston, 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 Brent agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in Houston, Texas
Brent takes criminal defense matters in Houston, 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 Brent agrees to represent you.
Drug Crimes cases in Houston, Texas
Brent takes drug crimes matters in Houston, 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 Brent agrees to represent you.
DUI/DWI cases in Houston, Texas
Brent takes dui/dwi matters in Houston, 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 Brent agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Brent Mayr — Over 24 years of Texas appellate experience
Brent Mayr is a managing partner based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Appellate, Consumer, and Criminal Defense. Brent has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayr Law P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
As the founder and managing shareholder of Mayr Law, P.C., primarily based out of Houston, Texas, Brent Mayr brings more than a decade of experience in criminal defense, DWI defense and white collar criminal defense. His practice areas include all state offenses including DWI, intoxication manslaughter and assault, vehicular crimes, homicide, hit-and-run, domestic violence and juvenile crimes and federal offenses including drug offenses, white-collar offenses, and conspiracy offenses. Mr. Mayr serves clients from not only Houston and the surrounding communities, but all over the State.
Mr. Mayr earned his Juris Doctor from South Texas College of Law in 2002. During law school, he clerked for a Houston criminal defense firm and assisted with multiple state and federal court cases. Upon graduation, he served as a briefing attorney for Judge Barbara Hervey of the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals until 2004 when he became an assistant district attorney for the Harris County District Attorney's Office. Mr. Mayr served as the head of that office's Vehicular Crimes Section before entering private practice.
A member of the State Bar of Texas, Mr. Mayr is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Western Districts of Texas as well as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit. He is a current member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. In 2011, Mr. Mayr was certified as a criminal law specialist by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
During his career, Mr. Mayr has been involved in several groundbreaking cases and has earned acquittals for a number of clients. In 2013, he represented an individual charged with Conspiracy to Commit Money Laundering as part of a scheme involving the Zeta drug cartel and the American Quarter Horse Racing industry. His client was the only one out of multiple defendants who was acquitted of all charges. Later that same year, he and Dick DeGuerin convinced a jury to find their client, a prominent El Paso businessman, "Not Guilty" of Intoxication Manslaughter.
Brent's approach to appellate cases
As the founder and managing shareholder of Mayr Law, P.C., primarily based out of Houston, Texas, Brent Mayr brings more than a decade of experience in criminal defense, DWI defense and white collar criminal defense. His practice areas include all state offenses including DWI, intoxication manslaughter and assault, vehicular crimes, homicide, hit-and-run, domestic violence and juvenile crimes and…
Clients Brent works with
Brent reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, consumer, and criminal defense matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Brent Mayr's legal education and bar admissions
South Texas College of Law
J.D. South · 2002
Southwestern University B.A.
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Jurisdictions
Brent's state bar admissions
Texas United States
2002 · ACTIVE
Brent studied at J.D. South in South Texas College of Law and — in Southwestern University B.A..
Law school and academic background
Brent completed J.D. South in South Texas College of Law and — in Southwestern University B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brent runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Brent Mayr
Brent has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Locations
Brent Mayr's office in Houston
Brent's primary office is at 5300 Memorial Drive, Suite 750, Houston, TX, 77007. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Brent Mayr — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Brent. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Houston.
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How to hire Brent Mayr — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brent usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brent charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brent'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; Brent will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Houston, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Brent
Brent discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Brent confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brent's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brent Mayr
How much does it cost to hire Brent for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brent walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brent offer a free consultation?
Brent charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brent's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Brent's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Texas typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Brent gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brent take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Brent 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 — Brent 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 Brent?
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. Brent will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brent accepting new appellate clients right now?
Brent'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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