Gary L. Medlin
Managing Attorney
A Solid Track Record In Texas Criminal Law
With more than 37 years of courtroom experience, Gary Medlin has handled thousands of criminal cases—on both sides. As a former prosecutor turned defense attorney, he knows what works and what doesn’t.
He founded the firm to do one thing: fight for people when everything’s on the line. Every case is personal. Every outcome matters.
Gary is more than familiar with local courts—he knows the people in them. From prosecutors to clerks, his regional insight helps clients navigate smarter from day one.
Education
Texas Tech University,
Bachelor Of Science 1979
Texas Tech University School of Law,
Juris Doctorate 1982
State Bar of Texas
Licensed: 1983
About Gary Medlin
Gary tells it like it is. No false hope. No sugarcoating. He builds cases like they’re headed to trial—because they might be. He’s tough in court, strategic in talks, and honest throughout. With Gary, you always know what’s happening—and what comes next.

Before becoming a criminal defense attorney, Gary Medlin spent over eight years serving as an assistant district attorney, where he prosecuted criminal cases against individuals accused of breaking the law. That time on the other side of the courtroom gives him valuable insight into how prosecutors think, what they prioritize, and where their strategies are most vulnerable. He uses that knowledge to build stronger, smarter defenses for our clients.
For the past 37 years, Gary has focused exclusively on criminal defense in Texas. He is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization—a recognition held by only 10% of attorneys statewide.
Bar Admissions
United States Supreme Court
United States Court Of Appeals For The Fifth Circuit
United States District Court, Northern District Of Texas
Texas courts By The Supreme Court Of The State Of Texas
Areas Of Practice
100% Criminal Law
Certification/Specialties
100% Criminal Law
Professional Associations & Memberships
Tarrant County Bar Association
Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
(immediate past President)
DUI Defense Lawyers Association (Founding Member)
State Bar of Texas
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
National College For Dui Defense
Over 1500 Trusted Clients
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