Lori Botello, Criminal Defense Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and General
AttorneyatMichael & Associates
Houston, TX
Practicing criminal defense in Houston since 2006.
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Lori Botello is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and General. Lori has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Michael & Associates.
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- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 20 years
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- Criminal Defense · DUI/DWI · General
- Handles Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and General matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Lori Botello: Lori Botello is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and General. Lori has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Michael & Associates.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Lori Botello
Lori concentrates on criminal defense, dui/dwi, general, and sex crimes. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lori handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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DUI/DWI
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General
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Sex Crimes
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Criminal Defense cases in Houston, Texas
Lori 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 Lori agrees to represent you.
DUI/DWI cases in Houston, Texas
Lori 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 Lori agrees to represent you.
General cases in Houston, Texas
Lori takes general 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 Lori agrees to represent you.
Sex Crimes cases in Houston, Texas
Lori takes sex 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 Lori agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Lori Botello — Over 20 years of Texas criminal defense experience
Lori Botello is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and General. Lori has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Michael & Associates.
Lori was born and raised in Corpus Christi, Texas, where years of competitive baton twirling taught her discipline, focus, and perseverance — qualities that continue to define her legal career.
After earning her bachelor’s degree from The University of Texas at Austin, a business law course inspired her to pursue a career centered on helping people. She went on to earn her J.D. from South Texas College of Law and began her career in contract and real estate law before shifting to criminal defense following the 2008 market downturn.
Since then, Lori has defended clients in cases ranging from DWI to capital murder across Galveston, Montgomery, Fort Bend, Nueces, and Harris Counties. She also served on the Criminal Justice Act Panel for the Southern District of Texas, representing clients in federal court.
After fifteen years in private practice, Lori joined Harris County’s Office of Managed Assigned Counsel as a Resource Attorney and later served as a Magistrate Judge. Today, she brings her extensive courtroom experience and passion for justice to Michael & Associates, where she focuses on defending the rights of the accused across Texas.
Working with Lori on a criminal defense matter
Lori was born and raised in Corpus Christi, Texas, where years of competitive baton twirling taught her discipline, focus, and perseverance — qualities that continue to define her legal career. After earning her bachelor’s degree from The University of Texas at Austin, a business law course inspired her to pursue a career centered on helping people. She went on to earn her J.D. from South Texas…
Who Lori represents
Lori reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, dui/dwi, and general matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Lori Botello's legal education and bar admissions
South Texas College Of Law
J.D. · 2006
University of Texas at Austin
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Jurisdictions
Lori's state bar admissions
Texas
2006 · ACTIVE
Lori studied at J.D. in South Texas College Of Law and — in University of Texas at Austin.
Law school and academic background
Lori completed J.D. in South Texas College Of Law and — in University of Texas at Austin. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lori runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Lori Botello's office in Houston
Lori's primary office is at 2200 Post Oak Blvd., 10th Floor, Houston, TX, 77056. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Lori Botello — 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 Lori usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lori charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lori'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; Lori will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Houston, 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 Lori
Lori 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. Lori confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lori'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 Lori Botello
How much does it cost to hire Lori for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lori walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lori offer a free consultation?
Lori charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lori's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Lori'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. Lori gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lori take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Lori 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 — Lori 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 Lori?
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. Lori will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lori accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Lori'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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