About Karen L Corby Law Office — Criminal Defense San Antonio Texas

Criminal defense San Antonio residents facing serious charges — from felonies to high-stakes misdemeanors — find a tenacious and highly respected advocate in Karen L. Corby at 214 Dwyer Ave, just steps from the Bexar County courthouse. Karen is praised by fellow attorneys and opposing counsel alike as a formidable trial lawyer who commands respect in the San Antonio legal community, and her results back that reputation: clients describe charges being dismissed entirely, including cases where prison time was a real possibility. Moreover, she is available, communicative, and proactive — calling clients with updates, explaining each procedural step, and fighting hard regardless of whether she was retained privately or appointed by the court. One client described a competing attorney specifically recommending Karen after hearing she was their court-appointed counsel.

Bexar County handles one of the highest criminal caseloads in Texas, and the courthouse environment in San Antonio is one where attorney reputations matter significantly. Additionally, Karen’s decades of Bexar County courthouse experience translate directly to case outcomes — she knows the judges, the prosecutors, and the procedural nuances that affect how cases are charged and resolved. Their listing on ReachAttorneys San Antonio reflects years of community trust and referral-based growth. Clients who have faced some of the most frightening moments of their lives consistently describe Karen as the attorney who gave them their life back.

What Clients Say

Reviews are unanimous in describing Karen Corby as the best criminal defense attorney in San Antonio — professional, courageous, and deeply effective. Clients describe dismissed cases, avoided prison sentences, and outcomes they did not believe were possible before hiring her. Her communication is specifically praised: she calls proactively, explains every step, and makes clients feel that their case is her top priority. Fellow attorneys and opposing counsel are cited as holding her in high regard, a peer endorsement that adds significant weight to her client reviews.

Criminal Defense San Antonio — Practice Areas & Services

• Felony criminal defense in Bexar County District Court, including drug charges, assault, and serious property offenses
• Misdemeanor defense in San Antonio Municipal Court and Bexar County courts
• DWI and DUI defense for San Antonio-area clients facing license suspension and criminal penalties
• Charge reduction and dismissal negotiations with Bexar County prosecutors
• Court-appointed and private representation for defendants across the full range of criminal matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor in Texas?

In Texas, misdemeanors carry maximum sentences of up to one year in county jail, while felonies are punishable by more than one year in state prison. Felonies are categorized from state jail felonies (180 days to 2 years) up to first-degree felonies (5 to 99 years or life). A criminal defense San Antonio attorney can evaluate the charges against you, identify potential defenses, and negotiate for charge reductions or dismissals where the evidence and circumstances support it.

Can a criminal charge be expunged in Texas?

Texas allows expunction of certain arrests that did not result in conviction, deferred adjudication for qualifying misdemeanors, and charges that were dismissed or acquitted. An expunction removes the record entirely, allowing you to legally deny the arrest occurred. Non-disclosure orders are available for some deferred adjudication cases where expunction does not qualify. An experienced criminal defense attorney can determine which record relief option applies to your specific case history.