Distinguished Lawyer

Gerry Goldstein Criminal Defense Law www.goldsteinhilley.com/

Gerald “Gerry” Harris Goldstein is a nationally known and respected defense lawyer and Past President of both the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.

He is a fellow in the American Board of Criminal Lawyers, American College of Trial Lawyers and the International Academy of Trial Lawyers. He has served as an adjunct professor of law at University of Texas School of Law in Austin and at St. Mary’s University School of Law in San Antonio. He is listed in The Best Lawyers in America as recognized by BL Rankings. He is also listed in Texas Lawyer’s Legal Legends. Gerry is also a founder and course director or the NACDL White Collar Crime Seminar.

Goldstein is nationally renowned for his brilliant criminal defense advocacy and extraordinary skills as a lecturer. A 1991 recipient of the Rober C. Heeney Memorial Award from the NACDL, he served as amicus curiae for the NACDL in many high-profile cases, including CNN v. Manuel Noriega (1990), opposing network broadcasting of government tapes of Noriega’s conversations with his attorneys; and Joe Does v. United States (1994), arguing that lawyers should not be required to disclose the identity of cash-paying clients on IRS forms.

His congressional testimony during the 1996 House Waco hearings is credited with helping to turn the tide against further suppression of citizen’s rights in America. Goldstein served as President of the NACDL from 1994-1995. Goldstein previously served as President of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association from 1992-1993. In 2002, he received the high honor of induction into the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Hall of Fame.

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"My crime was a federal felony for making a false statement to a bank. I pled guilty because it was the right thing to do as well as to avoid the expense – both financial and emotional – of going to trial. I was looking at 46-57 months in prison based on federal sentencing guidelines and was not eligible for parole. Mr. Goldstein, his partner, Cynthia Orr, and their team, worked tirelessly to put forth the strongest of cases. The judge sentenced me to time served of 1 day and supervised release of 5 years – an extraordinary outcome by any standard. This meant that I could continue to live with and support my family and rebuild my life within the community. Plainly put, Mr. Goldstein saved my life and allowed my family to stay together. I can never adequately express my gratitude to Mr. Goldstein and will keep him in my prayers for the rest of my days. Mr. Goldstein has had a long and illustrious career to which my praise will add little. As with his partner, Mrs. Cynthia Orr, his intelligence and ability to so quickly hone in on the most crucial elements of my case were a privilege to witness. I was so fortunate and privileged to have Mr. Goldstein in my corner. You will find none better."