Houston Assault Lawyer

Houston Assault and Murder Charge Defense Attorney

If you’re facing a felony or misdemeanor assault crime charge, a conviction could jeopardize your freedom and stay on your Texas criminal record permanently. Do what you can to avoid that result by contacting our Hochglaube & DeBorde Law Firm in Houston, founded and headed by respected former Harris County prosecutor Nicole DeBorde.

In addition to possible prison or jail time for an assault charge conviction, you may wind up having a difficult time finding employment after your release. A skilled criminal defense lawyer with nearly 20 years of experience in criminal defense trial practice, Nicole DeBorde is dedicated to protecting your rights and fighting for the best possible outcome in your case.

If you have been charged with assault or intoxication assault, you need to speak with a skilled Houston assault lawyer immediately. Our criminal defense experience can also be put to work defending those charged with other crimes that have a violent component, such as murder, felony murder, or manslaughter. We welcome the opportunity to evaluate your case, research the allegations against you, and help you understand your options.

You can contact Houston attorney Nicole DeBorde 24/7 by phone, fax, or e-mail. Call (713) 526-6300.

Respected and Responsive Legal Representation

The Hochglaube & DeBorde Law Firm defends clients against a variety of assault and homicide charges in the Texas criminal justice system, including:

Assault
Aggravated assault
Assault on a family member
Domestic violence
Assault with a deadly weapon
Sexual assault
Deadly conduct
Intoxication assault
Murder
Manslaughter

Ms. DeBorde goes to work for you as soon as you retain her, examining evidence with investigators and grilling witnesses to protect your rights or support your side of the story. Her ultimate objective is to guide you through the intimidating legal process in Houston, TX. In cases where a sex assault accuser sues, she provides strong defense strategies to protect your reputation and future.

Don’t let the common nature of an assault charge fool you. Assault on a female can be a crime of moral turpitude affecting your rights in many ways. A physical assault on another person is serious business, serious enough to warrant the most experienced, skillful legal counsel you can summon in Houston and south Texas. Contact our Houston assault charge defense attorney to discuss your case.

If you’re facing an assault charge in Houston, contact us Hochglaube & DeBorde, PC today for a confidential consultation and start building a strategic defense before the state builds its case against you.

Understanding Texas Assault Charges & How We Build a Strong Defense

An assault allegation can move fast in Houston—sometimes beginning with a 911 call, a misunderstanding at the scene, or a statement taken when emotions are high. Texas law allows prosecutors to pursue assault charges for causing bodily injury, threatening imminent harm, or offensive physical contact. The consequences can reach far beyond the courtroom, affecting employment, professional licenses, immigration status, and firearm rights.

At Hochglaube & DeBorde, PC, we focus on early case strategy and meticulous review of the evidence so you are not making critical decisions in the dark. From our Houston-area office, we work to protect your record and your future by challenging the state’s case at every step.

What We Look for Right Away

Weak or inconsistent statements: Changes in the complaining witness’s story, credibility concerns, or motives to exaggerate (including relationship or custody disputes).
Self-defense and defense of others: Whether you reasonably believed force was immediately necessary under the circumstances.
Evidence problems: Missing body-cam footage, unclear surveillance video, unreliable identification, or lack of medical documentation.
Unlawful search or seizure: Traffic stops, arrests, or phone searches that may violate constitutional protections.
Enhancement issues: Whether allegations like “family violence,” prior convictions, or serious injury claims are properly supported.

Practical Steps to Take If You’re Under Investigation

Don’t give a statement to police or investigators until you’ve spoken with counsel.
Preserve evidence (texts, call logs, photos of injuries, witness names, receipts, location data) and avoid deleting anything.
Follow all bond conditions and avoid contact that could trigger additional charges or violations.
Document your timeline while details are fresh—where you were, who was present, and what happened before and after the incident.

If you’re facing an assault accusation, getting a defense plan in place early can make a meaningful difference in negotiations, bond conditions, and the direction of the case.

Contact veteran criminal defense lawyer Nicole DeBorde to arrange your free initial consultation and discuss the circumstances behind your assault charge. Ms. DeBorde is available 24/7 by phone, fax, and e-mail.

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At the lowest point in my life, I found Nicole DeBorde
“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.”
Thank you, Nicole, and your team, for saving my life.
“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”

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