Assault · Aggravated Assault · Assault With a Weapon
At the Houston, Texas, law firm of Lisa Shapiro Strauss, our legal team understands that heated arguments in public settings, such as bars, hotels and sports arenas, can lead to serious misdemeanor and felony assault charges. We provide comprehensive and aggressive defense to individuals who have been charged with assault, aggravated assault, and assault with a weapon.
Did a disagreement or rude comment evolve into a physical altercation? Contact a Houston assault defense attorney for a free initial consultation.
Former Prosecutor Protecting Your Rights
Houston assault defense lawyer Lisa Shapiro Strauss is a former prosecutor. With almost 15 years of experience in criminal defense, she understands your case from both sides. She will evaluate every aspect — from witness statements to surveillance videos — to determine the best course of action.
As a former prosecutor, she understands how district attorneys, judges and juries view the evidence and evaluate cases at trial. She will exhaust all legal tools and resources to ensure your assault charges are kept off your record and don't harm your future. She has extensive experience negotiating with prosecutors to have clients' assault charges reduced. She also pursues case dismissals, acquittals and alternative sentencing options.
Her extensive experience extends to representing those charged with:
- Assault
- Felony assault
- Unlawfully carrying a weapon
- Assault on a public servant
Free Initial Consultation · Harris County Weapons Charges Attorney
If you have been charged with assault in Texas, we urge you to contact us today. Call 713-581-1776 or toll free at 877-896-8984 to arrange a free consultation.









