Bruce Ashworth is a third-generation Texas attorney who practices law in Arlington, Texas. He is a lifelong resident of Arlington, Texas. Criminal defense attorney Bruce Ashworth has an excellent understanding of the criminal justice system. He is board certified in criminal law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Board certification requires ongoing involvement in the specialty law area of criminal law. It also requires annual continuing legal education course work to keep up on changes in the law and current trends in the law. Only 10 percent of all attorneys in Texas are board certified by demonstrating their competence in the field of law that they practice in and their dedication to the public interest.
Attorney Bruce Ashworth is a member of a select group of attorneys who have been recognized for their legal expertise and professional stature. The final published list represents no more than 5 percent of the lawyers in each state. Super Lawyers is a respected list of outstanding attorneys in each state; consumers can rely on Super Lawyers to find an attorney or to validate their choice of an attorney.
Bruce Ashworth has received an AVVO lawyers rating of 8.0, which is a rating of "excellent." Bruce Ashworth was selected by Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters Company to be included in the Super Lawyers list of attorneys for the years 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, and 2010. The rating is calculated using a mathematical model that considers a lawyer's years in practice, disciplinary history, professional achievements and industry recognition. Mr. Ashworth has received a rating of AV Preeminent* 5.0 out of 5 by Martindale Hubbell. This rating is a distinguished peer review rating of an attorney's legal ability and general ethical standards.
Attorney Bruce Ashworth has a long history of service to the legal profession and the public interest. Mr. Ashworth was president of the Tarrant County Bar Association and was president of the Arlington Bar Association. He is a member of the Tarrant County Trial Lawyers Association, the Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
He is an associate of the American Board of Trial Advocates and a Master in the Eldon B. Mahon Inn of Court. Attorney Ashworth is a sustaining charter fellow of the Tarrant County Bar Foundation and a life fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation. He is a former director of the Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Arlington and a member of the Board of Regents of The Oakridge School in Arlington, Texas.
Attorney Bruce Ashworth was awarded his Juris Doctor, Cum Laude, from the Texas Southern University, Thurgood Marshall School of Law in 1982. Mr. Ashworth was admitted to the Texas Bar in 1982. He is admitted to practice before U.S. District Courts, Northern and Eastern Districts of Texas and the U.S. Court of Appeals, 5th Circuit.
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If you have questions regarding criminal defense matters call lawyer Bruce Ashworth at 817-789-4717 or fill out the online form on this website for a free, initial office consultation. Attorney Ashworth can be contacted 24/7. At the law firm of Bruce Ashworth, in Arlington, Texas, we look forward to assisting you, and we will provide the individual attention and personalized service that you deserve.
The office is handicapped-accessible and conveniently located. Our firm accepts Visa, MasterCard and Discover as payment for legal services. Fees are discussed in the initial consultation so that clients know what to expect, and a written contract will be developed if an attorney-client relationship is established.
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