Michael R. Casillas, Esq.
Senior Trial Attorney
Texas
Bar No. 03967500
Board Certified in Criminal Law
and Criminal Appellate Law (TBLS)
Michael R. Casillas is a Senior
Trial Attorney at L and L Law Group, PLLC, bringing more than 30 years of
experience handling complex, high-stakes criminal matters at both the state and
federal levels. Licensed in Texas since 1991, Michael has built a distinguished
career centered on criminal trial advocacy and appellate litigation.
He is Board Certified in both
Criminal Law and Criminal Appellate Law by the Texas Board of Legal
Specialization—a dual distinction achieved by only a small percentage of
attorneys in Texas. This designation reflects advanced expertise, significant
courtroom and appellate experience, and demonstrated mastery of criminal law
through rigorous examination and peer review.
Michael earned his Juris Doctor
from the University of Texas School of Law and developed his foundation within
the criminal justice system, gaining practical insight into both trial and
appellate practice. Over the course of his career, he has represented clients
in a wide range of criminal matters and has litigated cases through trial and
appeal, including appearances before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth
Circuit and admission to practice before the United States Supreme Court.
His approach combines methodical
case analysis with strategic challenges to the State’s evidence, crafting
tailored defense strategies aimed at dismissals, favorable resolutions, or
successful trial outcomes. His appellate background provides a critical advantage
at the trial level, allowing him to identify and preserve key legal issues,
strengthen the record, and position cases for potential appellate review.
As Senior Trial Attorney, Michael
plays a leadership role within the firm, contributing to complex case strategy
and mentoring trial attorneys to ensure consistency, preparation, and strong
courtroom performance across the firm’s docket.
Credentials & Admissions
Bar
Admission:
Texas, 1991
Board Certifications:
Criminal Law — Texas
Board of Legal Specialization
Criminal Appellate Law — Texas Board of Legal
Specialization
Law School: University of Texas School of Law, Juris
Doctor
Federal Admissions:
United States Supreme Court
U.S. Court of
Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
Practice Focus
Complex criminal defense at
the trial and appellate levels, including state and federal matters, case
strategy development, and trial team mentorship.
