Law Offices of Heather Barbieri
About
Phone: Address: Coordinates: 33.109783949091,-96.825138037432 Bio: Heather Barbieri is a nationally recognized criminal defense attorney who has spent more than 25 years protecting the rights, reputations, and futures of individuals facing serious criminal allegations. Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 2005, Heather is known for her strategic approach to complex cases involving sexual assault allegations, internet sex crimes, and other high-stakes criminal matters. As the leader of an experienced senior trial team, Heather combines meticulous case preparation with innovative defense strategies. Her proven 115-point defense review process is designed to uncover every detail, challenge every assumption, and build the strongest possible defense for her clients. Her commitment to excellence has helped her achieve an exceptional trial record, including two decades without losing an assault jury trial. Heather’s dedication to the legal profession extends beyond the courtroom. A former President of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (TCDLA) and a Faculty Member of the Trial Lawyers College®, she is passionate about mentoring attorneys and advancing the standards of criminal defense advocacy. Recognized by Texas Super Lawyers®, D Magazine’s Best Lawyers in Dallas, and Texas Monthly’s Top Women Lawyers in Texas, Heather has earned a reputation as a respected advocate, educator, and leader committed to pursuing justice at every stage of the legal process. Bar Admissions State Bar of Texas, 1998 U.S. District Court Northern District of Texas, 1999 U.S. District Court Eastern District of Texas, 2000 Fifth Circuit Federal Court of Appeals, 2016 United States Supreme Court, 2018 Honors and Awards Board Certified in Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization 2005, recertified 2010, 2015, 2020 Percy Foreman Lawyer of the Year, TCDLA, 2015 Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly, 2013 – Present Rising Star, Texas Monthly, 2011 – 2012 10-rated, AVVO, Legal Ratings 2010 – Present Dallas Bar Association’s Award for Best Series of Articles—Criminal Law The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 Lawyers, 2012 Top Women Lawyers in Texas, Texas Monthly, 2019 — Present Top Attorney Award, Attorney.com, 2019 Top Lawyers in North Texas, Frisco Style, 2022 Three Best Rated.com, Top Three Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Plano, Texas Elite Lawyer, 2019 – Present Best Lawyers in Dallas, D Magazine, 2022 – Present National Association of Distinguished Counsel’s Top One Percent, 2021 – Present 2025 Texas A&M School of Law Alumni Legacy Award Affiliations President, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, 2022 – 2023 Vice-President, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, 2020 – 2021 Second Vice-President, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, 2019 – 2020 Treasurer, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, 2018 – 2019 Secretary, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, 2017 – 2018 Board Member, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, 2012 – 2019 Executive Committee Member, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, 2017 – Present Nominating Committee, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Chair, Criminal Defense Lawyers Project, TCDLA, 2017 – 2018 Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, 2012 – Present Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation Fellow, Honorable Curt B. Henderson, Inn of Courts President, Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, 2009 Education Law School: JD., Texas A&M University School of Law, 1998 College/University: BS., Kansas State University, 1994