O'Connell West, PLLC - Harker Heights, TX

• Criminal defense for all types of felonies and misdemeanors; state and federal court,
• Military Administrative Law, Non-Judicial Punishment and UCMJ Actions,
• Personal Injury Lawsuits,
• Family Law Representation.

The law firm's founder, attorney Douglas K. O'Connell has practiced law since 1994. During this time, he has successfully handled more than 100 jury trials in state and federal courts. He is also a former state and federal prosecutor, so he has a wealth of insight and knowledge of the criminal justice system to help you devise the most effective defense strategy possible. Mr. O'Connell is a proud veteran of the Army Special Forces - the legendary Green Berets, where he reached the rank of Colonel.

Regarded as among the leading trial lawyers in the country, the law firm's attorneys have earned Top 100 Trial Lawyer rankings and many other top endorsements from members of the legal community. They have also received numerous five-star reviews from their satisfied clients, and O'Connell West, PLLC, has received countless testimonials and referrals from past and current clients as well.

The bulk of our attorneys at OC-West are Veterans. Fighting for military service members and Veterans is at the core of our mission.

To schedule a consultation concerning your legal matter, you can contact O'Connell West, PLLC, to request an appointment. The firm also currently offers virtual consultations and in-office visits in Austin or Harker Heights, Texas.

About O'Connell West, PLLC
Practice Areas
• STATE & FEDERAL CRIMINAL DEFENSE
• PERSONAL INJURY
• MILITARY ADMINISTRATIVE & UCMJ LAW
• FAMILY LAW
• CRIMINAL DEFENSE

The OC-West team represents both corporations and individuals under investigation or charged with crimes in Federal and State Court. We have a combined total of more than 60 years of criminal law experience and our attorneys have prior experience as federal and state prosecutors and Defense Attorneys.

We have extensive jury trial experience having first-chaired more than 150 jury trials in both federal and state courts. We believe our years of service as Assistant County Attorneys, Assistant District Attorneys and Special Assistant United States Attorney provide invaluable insight and an in-depth understanding of the government's approach and strategy in investigating and prosecuting criminal allegations.

OConnell West has a well-earned reputation for fierce, unrelenting legal representation.
Negligent Homicide
Violent Crimes
Theft Charges
Firearms Offenses
Driving While Intoxicated
Poaching
Murder & Aggravated Assault
Sexual Assault Allegations
Assault / Family Violence
Protective Orders
Federal Wire Fraud Charges
Federal Tax Fraud Charges
Federal Bribery & Conspiracy

PERSONAL INJURY CASES
We understand that sometimes bad things happen to good people. We also understand the hardships that come from serious injuries and accidents. Physical pain, emotional distress and serious financial strains can ruin quality of life due to someone's negligence, wrongdoing, or careless behavior. Those at fault should be held accountable.

We handle all personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. This means if we do not recover compensation for your case - you do not pay legal fees.
• Trucking accidents
• Wrongful Death
• Dog bite cases
• Intoxicated Driving Accidents
• Car Accidents
• Construction Accidents
• Defective Products
• Motorcycle Accidents
• Industrial Accidents

MILITARY LAW & VETERAN'S LEGAL ISSUES - NATION WIDE REPRESENTATION.

O'Connell West, PLLC is owned and led by military veterans. We regularly represent military service members and veterans unwittingly caught in the legal system, including in civilian and military courts, security clearance issues, administrative separations, and petitions for the correction of military records. If you are a service member or veteran and you think you need an attorney, call us. Our team will help you analyze your situation. If it's not something within our expertise, we will assist you in contacting an attorney that can help you.

Known for his aggressive defense of service members, our founder, Doug O'Connell is sought out by other attorneys for advice and guidance on defending service members. He is well known for his ability to develop mitigating or exculpatory evidence especially where the client has suffered Post Traumatic Stress, Traumatic Brain Injury, and other service-connected disabilities.

Military Criminal Law Representation
• UCMJ Prosecution Representation
• Military Sexual Assault Charges
• Military Court Martial Defense
• Special, Summary & General Courts Martial

Military Administrative Law Representation
• AR 15-6 Investigations
• Non-Judicial Punishment
• General Officer Reprimands
• Administrative Separations
• Conscientious Objector Status
• Withdrawal of Federal Recognition
• Rank Reduction
• Adverse Evaluation Reports and Appeals
• Denial or Revocation of Promotion
• Withdrawal of Security Clearance
• Military Crime Victims Representation
• Army Board for Correction of Records
• Air Force Board for Correction of Records
• Board for Correction Naval Records
• Whistleblower Protections
• Alcohol and Drug Use Issues and Charges
• Fraud Waste and Abuse Reporting
• Military Protective Orders
• Constitutional Protections (Practice of Religion, Free Speech)
• Inspector General Investigations
• Discharge Upgrades
• Professional Qualifications (Flight, medical)

Our Firm believes by upholding the Texas Family Code's best interest of the children standard, we represent your very best interest. Also important to us is the protection of your separate and community property. We seek to prevent litigation altogether by helping you with prenuptial or postnuptial agreements. Sometimes, however, you may need to help you enforce the Orders you have. O'Connell West attorneys' years of litigation experience will shine for your case.

• Prenuptial Agreements
• Postnuptial Agreements
• Uncontested/contested Divorce
• Suits Affecting the Parent-Child Relationship
• Motions for Enforcement
• Mediation/Arbitration of case
• One-time consultation/guidance