About Our Law Firm
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At Hightower, Franklin & James, PLLC., we are routinely voted One of the Best Law Firms by local media. Our law firm provides smart and aggressive representation to the accused in Nacogdoches and Deep East Texas
Our criminal defense practice covers the spectrum from misdemeanors to the most serious felony charges. We work every angle to avoid a conviction or to minimize the consequences. Whatever the charges, we can help.
Why Choose Us
The Hightower, Franklin & James Firm
The government has considerable power and resources. You should not face criminal charges on your own. Our team is committed to telling your story and changing the outcome.
Board certified defense
Only a few attorneys statewide are certified in criminal law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. This means Tim James has been recognized by judges and other lawyers as possessing special competence in criminal defense. When your life and liberty are at stake, you want the best available representation.
Prosecutor experience
Tim James has served a Houston police officer, as the elected District Attorney of Nacogdoches County, and as the Chief of the Organized Crime Division for the Texas Attorney General’s Office. That experience on the other side of the law helps him gauge the strength of the government’s case and develop the best defense strategy.
Scientific methods
Sean Hightower has a bachelor of science degree and experience with the gas chromatograph, the machine that tests samples in DWI and drug cases. He is also certified in Standard Field Sobriety Testing, the same training that law enforcement officers receive. Sean is uniquely qualified to challenge the traffic stop, roadside tests and other facets of a drunk driving arrest.
In-house investigators
Our in-house investigators have years of experience as private investigators. They are involved in every case, using their background as former police officers to analyze evidence and locate witnesses to help us present the strongest possible defense. Their services are included in our fees.