About Us
Hochglaube & DeBorde, PC is a premier criminal defense firm committed to protecting the rights, freedom, and future of individuals facing serious criminal allegations. Since 2002, our firm has established a reputation for meticulous preparation, strategic precision, and relentless advocacy in Texas courtrooms. With over 60 years of combined experience and thousands of cases handled, our team brings trial-proven judgment and unwavering focus to every matter it accepts.
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Proven, Successful Trial Attorney in Texas
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Persistent, Thorough, and Prepared Advocacy
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Former Prosecutors With a Long Track Record of Respect
What Sets Us Apart?
A Trial-Focused & Evidence-Driven Defense
Criminal charges place your liberty, livelihood, and reputation at risk. We approach each case with the understanding that the outcome can alter the course of a client’s life. For that reason, our firm prepares every matter as if it will proceed to trial.
Every piece of evidence is thoroughly examined, every legal issue is carefully analyzed, and every strategic option is thoughtfully considered. This disciplined, evidence-driven approach allows us to identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s case and pursue the strongest possible defense at every stage.
Relentless Advocacy Paired with Compassionate Representation
What distinguishes Hochglaube & DeBorde, PC is the combination of aggressive courtroom advocacy and compassionate, client-centered representation. As a client, you are treated with respect and without judgment, regardless of the allegations you face.
We understand that you often seek a criminal defense attorney during one of the most stressful moments of your life. Providing clarity, accessibility, and steady guidance is a core part of our mission, alongside delivering powerful legal advocacy.
Award-Winning Attorneys
Meet Our Experienced Team
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Client Testimonials
Proven Results, Trusted Representation
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“At the lowest point in my life, I found Nicole DeBorde after a thorough AI search for top-notch criminal law firms led me to HOCHGLAUBE & DEBORDE, PC in Houston, TX. I was drawn to the firm’s 60 years of combined legal experience and its direct communication model, where clients work closely with named partners rather than simply junior associates or paralegals.
Nicole did not disappoint me. As expected, she is competent, thorough, and comfortable in the courtroom. In addition, I was deeply appreciative that she showed a great deal of empathy and compassion for me as a person during my ordeal.
Nicole was very proactive in my case. I believe she played a huge role in securing a “No Bill” return from the grand jury. I have no doubt that her wealth of experience as a former Harris County prosecutor (from 1994 to 2002) and skilled defense attorney since was instrumental in producing the grand jury’s decision not to indict.
Nicole removed what felt like the weight of the world from my shoulders. I am extremely thankful for the outcome of the case and forever grateful for her experience, dedication, preparedness, and strong work ethic.” -
“I don't know where to begin to explain how thorough, professional, effective and awesome this law firm is. Nicole Deborde and her team did a fantastic job in representing me in a very serious, 2nd-degree felony criminal case. End result, the case was dropped. God forbid any of you ever need a criminal defense attorney in the state of Texas, but if you do, I recommend this firm, 100%. Thank you, Nicole, and your team, for saving my life”
