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Biography
The State of Texas and Federal authorities both handle all criminal offenses with their heavy-handed police powers. When accused of a crime a person can easily be overwhelmed with stress, the complexities of the law, the harshness of the punishment, and the consequences that may follow. What happens when a person is wrongfully accused of a crime they did not commit?What happens when the criminal accusation or punishment does not fit the facts and circumstances of your case?You need a hardened, creative, and highly skilled criminal defense lawyer armed with a specific set of skills to customize your defense. The lawyer should possess the highest academic qualities and evolve with continuing education & possess extensive experience and skill in investigation, trial, and appeals.
Attorney Canlas is a born-and-bred Texas attorney. He graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 1994 with a bachelor's honors degree, with honors from the school of economics, honors from the college of liberal arts, and university honors. He also obtained his Juris Doctorate in 1997 from the University of Texas at Austin, the most competitive and highest rated law school in Texas. He entered private practice soon after. He currently works as a solo attorney at his own law firm, Canlas Defense, in the greater Houston area. Attorney Canlas is acknowledged by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization as a certified criminal defense expert. Attorney Canlas handles all cases with specific focus on:Felony OffensesMisdemeanor OffensesDWI/DUIDrug OffensesWhite-CollarAssault type offenses/ Assault Family ViolenceSexual Offenses & Cybercrime type offenses
Attorney Canlas is licensed to practice in all Texas state courts as well as the US District Court for the Southern District of Texas and is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court. He's also a Series 7 General Securities Representative and a Series 66 Licensed Investment Advisor Representative and Securities Expert. Additionally, he's a member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.Outside of law, attorney Canlas is a registered member of the NRA and a registered USA Cycling Domestic Road Racer.If you need a lawyer who's dedicated to the relentless pursuit of protecting your clients' legal rights amidst the unrelenting maelstrom of justice, call attorney Canlas today. Discounts are available for veterans.