Austin, TX Criminal Defense Attorney

Lance Kennedy is a former federal and state prosecutor now focusing on criminal defense in Central Texas. A proud seventh-generation Texan, Lance grew up in Dallas after being born in East Texas. He holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Texas at Austin, a law degree from Southern Methodist University, and a master's degree from Harvard University. Lance began his legal career in the U.S. Army Reserve as a Judge Advocate and soon entered the field of criminal law. Over nearly five years, he worked as both an Assistant Attorney General and Assistant District Attorney in Texas, handling a wide range of felony, misdemeanor, and civil cases. His passion for justice led him to a role as a Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA) in 2019, where he continued prosecuting state and federal offenses. Throughout his time as a state prosecutor, Lance personally tried around fifty cases before judges and juries. In 2021, the Department of Justice appointed Lance as a full-time federal prosecutor in the U.S. Attorney’s Office. There, he handled a variety of federal crimes, including cases involving cartel members, tax evaders, and sex offenders. Lance successfully tried seven federal cases, each leading to a conviction. Having been involved in thousands of criminal cases throughout his career, Lance is committed to helping his clients navigate the complex criminal justice system and regain control of their lives.

Education

• Harvard University, M.A., 2015
• Southern Methodist University, J.D., 2013
• University of Texas - Austin, B.A., 2009

Bar Associations

• Texas State Bar
• Utah Bar Associations

Associations

• Bar Association of the Federal Fifth Circuit - Member, 2021
• Federalist Society - Member, 2019
• Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association - Member

Languages

• English
• Spanish

Practice Areas

• Business Law
• Criminal Defense
• Drug Crimes
• Sex Crimes
• DUI and DWI

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