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Hildreth & Rueda Law

Hildreth & Rueda Law - Austin, TX

Criminal Defence Lawyers in Austin, TX

1301 Nueces Street Suite 101 Austin, TX 78701

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  • 1 Attorney Rating
  • 19 Years
    Experience

Austin Criminal Defence Law Firm

Updated: 05/21/2026

Areas of Practice

  • Criminal Defence
  • DWI & Alcohol
  • Defending College Students
  • Assault
  • Drug Crimes
  • Theft Crimes
  • Criminal Expunction & Clearing Criminal Records

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Overview

At Hildreth & Rueda Law, we dedicate our practice exclusively to defending people facing criminal charges in Austin and surrounding areas. With more than 15 years of combined experience, our attorneys have the knowledge and resources needed to achieve the results our clients need. Due to our history of success, many of our clients come to us through referrals.

If you or a family member has been charged with DWI/DUI, a traffic ticket, drug possession, assault, theft or another crime, contact our team. Timing is everything when it comes to dealing with the law. The sooner you have legal counsel, the sooner your rights and interests will be protected.

Our criminal defense lawyers take pride in offering highly personalized service. We know our clients by name and tailor our representation to each of their individual needs. No two cases are exactly the same. A good defense lawyer understands this and takes the time to examine the details of every case in order to build the strongest defense for each one.

We have successfully handled thousands of drunk driving and alcohol-related charges in Texas. Our law firm will help you understand your options and provide you with reliable advice and guidance throughout the legal process. Depending on the unique circumstances of your case, we may work to have your charge dismissed or reduced. Our goal is always to help you avoid conviction and serious penalties so that you can put the incident behind you and move forward with your life.

Contact Hildreth & Rueda Law to arrange a free initial consultation with an experienced criminal defense attorney today.


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  • By Max V. on Mar. 18, 2021
    Hired Attorney Duke Hildreth 2019-2021
    Recommends this Attorney
    Hello All, I would like share my experience with Duke as my Lawyer. I was arrested for Felony Possession and DUI with no priors. Once I made bail I looked for the best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Austin I narrowed my search down to 4. I visited each and told them my story and heard their thoughts on what they could accomplish (of course there is no guarantees) each office told me that I would have to take a charge no matter what from the very beginning until I visited Dukes office. He was the only one with the knowledge on what’s steps that could be taken to have both dropped in court. He warned me that of course it would be very difficult and it would take time and additional classes and fees right away though. He told me he didn’t care how long it would take to make it happen that he would ride out however long it needed to take to attempt to make it happen though. All the other offices clearly wanted to just have my case resolved as soon as possible so they could continue to work on different cases not caring to even think about attempting to form a plan to have both cases dropped. I will not name the other offices but two of them were much more expensive then Dukes services. One of them was even 2x more expensive. Since the moment I met Duke he spoke honestly and I respected this a lot. Throughout the whole time I was under his services he was great making it to court on time and always prepared. It took over a year to have everything settled for me in court but Duke kept his word and did everything he could to drop the charges and that’s what he did. Not once did he rush me or the process and he was always there with different options and advice. My case is closed and extremely happy. If you are looking for a Criminal Defense Attorney I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Duke. You will not be disappointed. Max Varela
    Value: 5.0 out of 5
    Quality of Service: 5.0 out of 5
    Professional Competence: 5.0 out of 5
  • By Anonymous on Jun. 25, 2020
    Hired Law firm 2019-2020
    Recommends this Law firm
    Florencia was patient but efficient, knowledgeable, and confident. She handled my case with care and was empathetic & understanding of my needs as well, delivering the BEST outcome. I would recommend her to family or friends without hesitation! Thank you, Mike
  • By Aaron D. on Feb. 28, 2020
    Hired Law firm 2013
    Recommends this Law firm
    Mrs. Rueda was amazing to work with! Her confidence and respect were always up front, communication was clear about options and outcomes, and she handled my case in a timely and professional manner. She showed compassion in her dealings and have in the past and will continue to highly recommended her to anyone in need of services.

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Austin, TX

1301 Nueces Street
Suite 101
Austin, TX 78701

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Phone Number: 512-746-1409

Fax Number: 512-416-7648

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