Criminal Law Attorney in Houston, Texas
Michael D. Mercer is a Houston-based criminal defense attorney and founder of Mercer Law, Houston Criminal Defense Attorneys. Born and raised in Houston, he began his legal career at the Harris County District Attorney’s Office before establishing his firm in 2012. Since then, he has handled more than 3,000 criminal cases, with the vast majority resulting in dismissals or not-guilty verdicts. His practice is dedicated exclusively to criminal defense, representing clients facing misdemeanor and felony charges, including assault, domestic violence, aggravated assault, DWI, drug offenses, theft, weapons charges, and other criminal allegations.
Mercer emphasizes direct communication and personalized representation, giving clients access to his personal cell phone and handling consultations himself. His approach includes investigating evidence, interviewing witnesses, issuing subpoenas, and challenging the prosecution to prove each element of its case beyond a reasonable doubt. He is a member of the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and Houston Young Lawyers Association. Mercer is licensed to practice in Texas and speaks English and Spanish.
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