Kevin L. Collins
Top rated Criminal Defense attorney in San Antonio, Texas
Practice Areas:
Criminal defense,
Sex offenses
Education Qualification:
University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law
Practice Areas:
Criminal defense,
Sex offenses
130 E Travis St, Suite 425San Antonio, Texas, 78205
First Admitted: 1986, Missouri
Professional Webpage: https://www.kevincollinslaw.com/attorneys/kevin-collins/
Bar/Professional Activity:
- Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America, 2021
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri, 1986
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Texas, 1990
- Member, Criminal Law Section, San Antonio Bar Association, 2003 - 2004
- U.S. Court of Appeals 5th Circuit, 2000
- Chair, Juvenile Law Section, State Bar of Texas, 2015
- Member, Sentencing Committee, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Bar Association of the Fifth Federal Circuit
- Missouri, 1986
- Texas, 1990
- Prosecutor and a Member, Criminal Law Section, San Antonio Bar Association, 1999 - 2001
- U.S. District Court Western District of Texas, 1998
- Member, San Antonio Bar Foundation
- Member, Texas Bar Foundation
- Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
- American Inns of Court
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit, 1988
- U.S. Tax Court, 1991
- Master, William S. Sessions Inn of Court
- U.S. Supreme Court, 2005
- San Antonio Criminal Lawyers Association
Representative Clients:
- Ex parte Kevin Rowe, WL 250078 (Tex. Crim. App.), 2009
- In Re M.R-A Minor Child, 975 S.W.2d 51, Tex. App.-San Antonio, 1998
- Heard v. State, 995 S.W.2d 317, Tex. App.- Corpus Christi, 1999
Special Licenses/Certifications:
- Board Certified, Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization, 1993
- Board Certified, Criminal Trial Law, National Board of Trial Advocacy, ABA accredited, 2017
- Board Certified, Juvenile Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization, 2004
Pro bono/Community Service:
- Speaking to area high schools re dangers of Sexting, Bullying, and Vaping., 2019
- Speaker, San Antonio Bar Association, Juvenile Law Seminar, Update of Certification and Transfer Law Post-Moon Decision, 2021
- Speaking to area high schools on the topics of Vaping, Sexting, Bullying and Alcohol/Drugs, 2018
- Police Body Cameras, article published in the San Antonio Express News, 2015
- Participated in panel discussion on Texas Public Radio concerning issues with the Bexar County Public Defender's Office, 2014
- Raise the Age, San Antonio Express News, July, 2017, addressing the need for the Texas legislature to raise the age of adult criminal responsibility from 17 to 18., 2017
- Participated in panel discussion concerning Gideon v. Wainwright and the Right to Counsel, NPR, 2013
- Cellphones and the Right to Privacy in Schools, article published in the San Antonio Express News, 2015
Honors/Awards:
- Selected by peers as a Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America., Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America, Http//:litigationcounselofamerica.org, 2021
- Selected to Best Law Firms in America for 2019, Criminal Defense by Best Lawyers, Best Law Firms in America, 2019, Best Lawyers in America
- Selected by peer vote, Top Criminal Defense Lawyer, Top 20, Scene in SA Magazine, 2019
- Selected by voting process by peers, Top Criminal Defense Lawyer, San Antonio Magazine, 2019
- Selected to Best Lawyers in America, Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America, Criminal Defense, 2018
- Selected one of San Antonio's Top Defense Attorneys based on local peer review, San Antonio Scene Magazine, 2018
- Selected by Best Lawyers in America as one of America's Best Law Firms in the area of Criminal Defense, Best Law Firms in America, 2018
- Selected as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Texas 2012-2017, The National Trial Lawyers Association- Top 100 in Texas, The National Trial Lawyers Association
- Selected to Outstanding Lawyers by the San Antonio Business Journal, 2015
- Best Law Firms in America, Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America, 2017
- Fellow, San Antonio Bar Foundation
- Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
- Best White Collar Criminal Lawyers, San Antonio's Scene Magazine, 2014
- Best Lawyers in America, Criminal Defense, 2016
- Best DWI Lawyers, Best Criminal Defense Lawyers, Scene in San Antonio Magazine, 2017
- Achieved highest rating in AVVO 2011-2018, 2018
- Named One of San Antonio's Best Criminal Defense Lawyers, 2007 - 2009, 2011-2017, SA Scene Magazine
- Best Criminal Lawyers, San Antonio's Scene Magazine, 2015
- National Board Certified Attorney, Criminal Law, National Board of Trial Advocacy, 2017
- AV Rating from Martindale-Hubbell
- Member, Delta Theta Phi, 1983 - 1986
Educational Background:
- University of Missouri-Columbia, B.A., 1983
Scholarly Lectures/Writings:
- Speaker, addressed the recent changes to the juvenile certification and transfer process. , Speaker, 20th Annual Juvenile Conference, San Antonio Bar Association, 2021
- This article discusses and analyzyes recent cases addressing issues with privacy rights when law enforcement attempts to obtain data from third-party sources including Google and Amazon., Author., The Right to Privacy in the Age of Technology., The San Antonio Lawyer, Official Publication of the San Antonio Bar Association., 2019
- Speaker, The Legal Consequences of Vaping, Lecture for the San Antonio Bar Association, Speaker, The Legal Consequences of Vaping, San Antonio Bar Association, 2019
- Lecture on collateral consequneces of school hearings and juvenile and criminal cases., Speaker, Consequences of Administrative School Hearings, San Antonio Bar Association, 2019
- This article discusses basic best practices for lawyers representing clients in Federal Court., Author., Federal Sentencing: The Basics., The Defender, Official Publication of the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association., 2018
- Presenting the Importance of Motions Practice in Juvenile Cases to San Antonio Lawyers, Presenter/Lecturer, Pretrial Motions, Discovery Motions, and Motions to Suppress: Ethical Duty to Investigate Your Case, San Antonio Bar Association 7th Annual Juvenile Law Seminar, 2018
- The evolving definition of "child's best interest" is explored as the article compares "bad kids" vs. "good kids"., Author, "The Case on Juvenile Law", Criminal Defense, 2010
- Mental Health Checks and Guns, San Antonio Express News, Author, 2013
- This article explores the benefits of social media for the legal industry and some things to avoid in order to stay within your state's rules and regulations., Author, "Social Media: A Guide for Lawyers", Criminal Defense, 2010
- 2014 San Antonio Bar Association Juvenile Conference; Parallel Consequences of Delinquent Conduct, Speaker, 2014
- An examination of cases involving prosecutorial immunity and misconduct and the threat of civil liability., Author, "Justice For All", Criminal Defense, 2010
- Spoke at the Texas Bar Juvenile Conference, "Parallel Consequences of Delinquent Conduct", 2015
- Lecturer, "Ethical Considerations: Pleas and Trials", 24th Annual Juvenile Law Conference, Juvenile Law, 2011
- Guest Speaker, Changes in Juvenile Law, KENS TV Interview, 2016
- Lecturer, "Chapter 55 Proceedings", 36th Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course, Criminal Law, 2011
- Legal analysis of the causes, effects, and prevention of Cyber Bullying., Understanding and Preventing Cyber Bullying, San Antonio Lawyer Magazine, 2017
- Analyzing the dynamic tension between security and personal privacy rights., Author, TSA Enhanced Security Procedures, San Antonio Inside Business Journal, Criminal Defense, 2011
- This article explores the recent Supreme Court jurisprudence in the area of the 5th amendment, particularly the newly articulated principle that requires on to speak up to invoke the Miranda right to be silent., Author, "You Have the Right to Remain Silent . . . If you Speak up", San Antonio Lawyer and San Antonio Nside Magazine, 2012
- "Seeking Justice, Not Just Convictions"
- Practical guidance for practitioners concerning the pitfalls of appellate and writ proceedings in juvenile matters, Lecturer and Author, Ethics in Writ and Appellate Proceedings, Texas Bar Juvenile Conference, 2012
- Lecture to the Texas Judicial College on topics including Bullying, Cyberbullying, Sexting, and Sex Offender Registration., Lecturer and Author, Trends in Juvenile Law, Texas Judicial College, 2012
- Discussion of the nature, history, and future of criminal jurisprudence, Lecturer and Author, Philosophy of Criminal Law, University Of Texas-San Antonio, 2012
- Juvenile Criminal Defense Strategies provides an authoritative, insider's perspective on best practices for representing juvenile clients in criminal cases. Featuring partners and chairs from some of the nation's leading law firms, this book guides the reader through the process of gaining familiarity with the juvenile court system and its many players, and the importance of understanding the differences between the adult and juvenile court systems. These top lawyers provide guidance on getting to know juvenile clients, understanding the juvenile code and its structure, and becoming familiar with the community partners who are available for assistance. Finally, these leaders share their thoughts on the value they bring to the lives of their juvenile clients and the communities in which they live. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts on the keys to success within this dynamic field. Inside the Minds provides readers with proven business and legal intelligence from leading C-Level executives and lawyers. Each chapter offers thought leadership and expert analysis on an industry, profession, or topic, providing a future-oriented perspective and proven strategies for success. Each author has been selected based on their experience and C-Level standing within the business and legal communities., Co-Author, Inside the Minds: Juvenile Criminal Defense Strategies, 2012 ed., Aspatore Books, 2012
- Tips for the medical professional to avoid fraud., Author, Protect Your Practice, NSIDE Publications, 2012
- Collins is the only Texas-based attorney selected to contribute to the book, which was released on August 31 and features the writings of other legal minds, including Rhonda M. Copley, Eric J. Zogry and Mark W. Helwig. Collins' chapter focused on juvenile law, Featured Author, of Juvenile Criminal Defense Strategies 2012 ed. Leading Lawyers on Examining Recent Trends in Juvenile Law and Building a Successful Defense (Inside the Minds), Aspatore Books, 2012
- Collins spoke about determinate sentencing and transfers cases in efforts to continue educating the Texas lawyers and members of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer Association. , Featured Speaker, Determinate Sentence and Transfer Cases- Juvenile Law Seminar, 2012
- Chapter 4: Kevin Lloyd Collins, Managing Partner, Kevin Lloyd Collins, Attorney at Law PC - Juvenile Defense: It Is Not Child's Play", Author, Inside the Minds: Juvenile Criminal Defense Strategies, 2012
- Save both your career and your reputation from the severe penalties of health care fraud by diligently maintaining your documentation and keeping up with the ever-changing health care benefit system., Author, Protect Your Practice, NSIDE Magazine, 2012
- "The Practice Of Juvenile Law Is Not Child's Play"
- "Newest Trends in Juvenile Law"
- "The Scarlet Letter Of Juvenile Sex Offender Registration"
- "12 (not so) Angry Men and Women"
- "Economy Bad, White-Collar Crime Good!"
- "Advanced Trial Strategies," TDCLA, 2010
- "Juvenile Mental Health Issues," Advanced Criminal Law Seminar, 2010
- "Juvenile Age and Jurisdiction Issues," Juvenile Nuts and Bolts Seminar, 2009
- Frequent Guest Speaker for www.mylegal.com
- Topics Editor, University of Missouri-Kansas City Law Review, 1986
- Author, "Section 1988 Attorney's Fees: Awards Should be Liberal to Encourage Vindication of Civil Rights," University of Missouri at Kansas City Law Review, Vol. 54, No. 4
- Speaker, "Juvenile Sex Offender De-registration," Texas Bar Juvenile Law Conference, 2004
- Using examples from the past and present, Kevin Collins illustrates what White Collar Law means for today's economy., Author, "Economy Bad, White Collar Crime, Good!", Criminal Defense, 2010
- Speaker, "Juvenile Sex Offender De-registration," Texas Bar Juvenile Law Conference, 2005
- An exploration of how serving on a jury helped one lawyer see things differently and become a better lawyer., Author, "12 (not so) Angry Men and Women", Criminal Defense, 2010
- Speaker, "Juvenile Sex Offender De-registration," Texas Bar Juvenile Law Conference, 2007
- A look at what Justice Elena Kagan brings to the table as President Barack Obama's second Supreme Court appointee., Author, "Justice Elena Kagan Ready for Prime Time", Criminal Defense, 2010
- Spoke at the Texas Bar Juvenile Conference concerning Sealing of Juvenile Records, 2014
- The texting ban in San Antonio will be more difficult to enforce and prosecute than intended by lawmakers, San Antonio Express News, www.mysanantonio.com/default/article/Texting-ban-could-have-unintended-consequences-839799.php, 2010
Other Outstanding Achievements:
- Selected for Best Lawyer of the Year 2022, Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers., 2022
- Chaired the Texas Bar Juvenile Conference, 2015
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