John Teakell

John Teakell is our exclusively recommended Criminal Law expert in Texas on the Advisory Excellence website. If you need assistance in this area, please contact John directly using the contact details listed above.

From his legal office in Dallas, Texas criminal defense attorney John Teakell has successfully defended thousands of individuals charged with Texas Felonies and Federal Felonies.

The National Trial Lawyers Association recognizes John Teakell as a top-rated Criminal Defense Attorney in Texas, as well as a Texas Super Lawyer for many years. Teakell has also been selected for several honors including the National Association of Distinguished Counsel’s Top One Percent, Lawyers of Distinction, Best Attorneys of America, Global Who’s Who Top Attorney, Top 100 Lawyers, Global Law Experts, Leaders in Law, and others. He was highlighted in Forbes Magazine, Time Magazine, Fortune Magazine and chosen to be Expert Network’s Distinguished Lawyer.  John’s extensive experience working as a State Prosecutor and Federal Prosecutor helps ensure you achieve the best possible outcome in your case. Choosing an experienced attorney is most important when you are facing Federal Criminal charges, you need a Dallas Criminal Defense Attorney like John Teakell in your corner.

John travels to Federal Courts throughout the United States. If your rights and freedom are at risk, you have been accused of a crime, or are being investigated now is the time to seek legal counsel. Time is not on your side. You need an expert attorney, with extensive federal experience by your side to increase the likelihood of a dismissal, charge reductions, reduced sentences, or an acquittal from your charges.

After several years in the U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Northern District of Texas, John was recruited as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in Puerto Rico to prosecute their cases, and worked there for three (3) years. Thereafter, John served as a Senior Trial Attorney for the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commision. Contact Teakell here or below to schedule a consultation.

Firm Description:

After over fifteen years of criminal and securities prosecution work as a former state and federal prosecutor, John Teakell established the Law Office of John R. Teakell, a criminal defense law firm located in Dallas, Texas.

The Law Office of John R. Teakell is 100% dedicated to criminal defense and government investigations, and is capable of securing a great outcome for even the toughest and most high-level cases.  Most of our clients have been charged with or are being investigated for serious crimes; specifically Texas state felonies and federal crimes.  If convicted, they could spend decades in prison.

John Teakell understands the gravity of your situation and can provide detailed and specialized knowledge to your specific case. He assembles high-powered defenses including investigating the nature of your charges, securing evidence, and challenging evidence against you. As a former federal prosecutor and experienced criminal defense trial attorney, John has first-hand knowledge of the criminal justice system needed to evaluate your case, and the resources you need to mount a rigorous defense.

If you suspect you are under investigation or have already been arrested and charged, call the Law Office of John R. Teakell right now to speak with John Teakell personally.