Deandra M. Grant, Criminal Defense Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 33 years of legal practice
Dallas, TX
Practicing criminal defense in Dallas since 1993.
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Deandra M. Grant is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense. Deandra has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Deandra Grant Law.
- Based in
- Dallas, TEXAS
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense
- Handles Criminal Defense matters from Dallas, TEXAS.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026).
About Deandra M. Grant: Deandra M. Grant is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense. Deandra has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Deandra Grant Law.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Deandra takes on
Deandra concentrates on criminal defense. Each area below outlines the kind of case Deandra handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense cases in Dallas, Texas
Deandra takes criminal defense matters in Dallas, 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 Deandra agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Deandra M. Grant — criminal defense lawyer in Dallas
Deandra M. Grant is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense. Deandra has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Deandra Grant Law.
Deandra Grant, JD, GC, MS
AV-rated attorney Deandra Grant is the Managing Partner of Deandra Grant Law’s 6 offices in Texas and is an international speaker on DWI law, science and trial skills.
A graduate of Trinity University in San Antonio with a degree in business (Finance) and Southern Methodist University’s School of Law, Grant went on to earn a Graduate Certificate in Forensic Toxicology from the University of Florida’s College of Veterinary Medicine and a Master’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Science - Concentration in Forensic Science from the University of Florida’s College of Pharmacy in 2016. In 2019 Grant joined the faculty at Axion Analytical Labs as an Assistant Chromatography Instructor. She has served on the faculty of the Borkenstein Drug Course since 2018.
Grant is the author of the annually updated book, The Texas DWI Manual (James Publishing), as well as 18 other law books available on Amazon. She has been trained as a Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Instructor and has completed the Drug Recognition Overview course. She was the first attorney in Texas to pass the Forensic Sobriety Assessment Certification exam. In addition, Grant has completed coursework in DWI forensic blood and urine testing and was trained as an operator and maintenance technician of the Intoxilyzer 5000. Deandra has certificates in Forensic Chromatography: Theory & Practice (2011 & 2015), Forensic Analysis of Solid Drugs (2014) and Forensic Principles of DUID (2015)issued by Axion Labs and the American Chemical Society. In 2015, Grant earned the distinction of being named an ACS-CHAL Forensic Lawyer-Scientist.
Grant is a member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (Board Member 2011-2016), the Dallas Bar Association, the Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the Denton County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (Board Member 2007-present, President 2022), the American Chemical Society, the American Academy of Forensic Sciences and the International Association of Forensic Toxicology Consultants. In addition, she is a Charter Member, President-Emeritus and Executive Director of the DUI Defense Lawyers Association.
D Magazine has named Grant to its list of Best Lawyers in Dallas since 2010. Fort Worth Magazine has named her a Top Lawyer in Fort Worth. She’s been named a “Texas Super Lawyer” since 2011 and one of Texas’ Top-Rated Lawyers. Best Lawyers in Dallas named her one of the Top 10 DWI Lawyers in Dallas.
On a personal note, Grant is the Vice President of Living the Doxie Dream Rescue & Sanctuary in Royse City, Texas. She devotes much of her time to fundraising efforts for their rescue dogs. She has been married to Eric Clendenin for over 20 years and is the proud mom of Keegan and Rowan.
Working with Deandra on a criminal defense matter
Deandra Grant, JD, GC, MS AV-rated attorney Deandra Grant is the Managing Partner of Deandra Grant Law’s 6 offices in Texas and is an international speaker on DWI law, science and trial skills. A graduate of Trinity University in San Antonio with a degree in business (Finance) and Southern Methodist University’s School of Law, Grant went on to earn a Graduate Certificate in Forensic Toxicology…
Clients Deandra works with
Deandra reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Florida
— · 2016
Southern Methodist University
J.D. · 1993
Trinity University
— · 1990
Jurisdictions
Deandra's state bar admissions
Texas, State Bar of
1993 · ACTIVE
Deandra studied at — in University of Florida, J.D. in Southern Methodist University, and — in Trinity University.
Law school and academic background
Deandra completed — in University of Florida, J.D. in Southern Methodist University, and — in Trinity University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Deandra runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Deandra has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — DUI / DWI Defense
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — DUI / DWI Defense (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).
Locations
Deandra M. Grant's office in Dallas
Deandra's primary office is at 3300 Oak Lawn, Suite 700, Dallas, Texas, 75219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Deandra M. Grant — 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 Deandra usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Deandra charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Deandra'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; Deandra will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Dallas, 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 Deandra
Deandra 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. Deandra confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Deandra'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 Deandra M. Grant
How much does it cost to hire Deandra for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Deandra walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Deandra offer a free consultation?
Deandra charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Deandra's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Deandra'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. Deandra gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Deandra take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Deandra 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 — Deandra 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 Deandra?
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. Deandra will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Deandra accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Deandra'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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