Patrick McGuire, former felony prosecutor
One price for your whole case, trial included. Call (214) 432-6540.
James Chiles
Founding partner, Chiles McGuire Criminal Law
5.0 from 61 Google reviews
Client reviews
5.0 from 61 Google reviews, as of Oct 27, 2026.
“Mr. James Chiles assisted my son in criminal cases. His communication style provided timely updates, was available in answering questions plus explained legal concepts clearly. He is very knowledgeable, professional, upfront with legal costs, and provides excellent legal counsel. His service met our needs by having two (2) cases dismissed. We highly recommend Mr. Chiles and his team.”
Nora Stewart · Google, Mar 18, 2026
“These guys are absolutely amazing. My husband was sitting in county for months with no luck of getting out, attorney after attorney, we were losing hope. Then we found James and Patrick.”
Avery Daniel · Google, Aug 24, 2026
“Mr. McGuire is knowledgeable and articulate. His prior work as a prosecutor gives him a deep understanding of what a defendant can encounter in the multiple layers and phases of the judicial system. He listened carefully and was able to give multiple outcome scenarios with recommendations.”
Drake Murray · Google, Aug 10, 2026
“I cannot recommend James Chiles enough. He handled my serious felony case with professionalism, compassion, and determination from start to finish. This was an incredibly difficult and emotional process, and he made sure I felt heard, supported, and informed every step of the way.”
Brittney Rosebud · Google, May 1, 2026
“I'm heading towards trial and wanted a quick "second opinion" from other attorneys to give me a very brief glimpse of what could possibly happen. James Chiles was the ONLY guy that replied (not a secretary, not a robo response, the actual attorney himself) with a hearty paragraph and with a sense of good-faith compassion. I was very impressed, and for that, want to give him this 5-star review.”
zawarudo · Google, Sep 1, 2022
“Mr. Chiles gave me a free consultation. He is extremely informative and helpful.”
Gerard Godoy · Google, Jan 7, 2022
Case results
Dismissed
Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Dismissed
Continuous Violence Against the Family
No-Billed
Burglary of a Habitation
Dismissed
Unlawful Possession of a Firearm
Dismissed
Stalking
Dismissed
Arson of a Habitation
Every case is different. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
After an arrest
A magistrate sets the bond and the conditions of release. We explain what each condition means for your work and your home.
Collin County cases are heard at the Russell A. Steindam Courts Building on Bloomdale Road. You learn where to go and what the court expects of you.
We go through the report and the evidence with you. You get one price for the whole case, trial included, before you decide.
The first conversation
You tell us what happened, in your own words. The consultation is free.
We explain the charge, the bond conditions and what the court does next.
You hear one price for the whole case. It covers a trial if there is one.
Charges
First DWI, DWI with a child passenger, felony DWI and breath or blood test refusals.
DWI defenseAssault on a family or household member, dating violence and bond conditions that keep you from home.
Domestic violence defenseDrug possession, manufacture or delivery, aggravated assault, burglary and other felonies.
Felony defenseSexual assault, charges involving a minor and online offenses. A free, confidential consultation.
Sex crime defenseYour lawyers
Founding partner
James has handled hundreds of cases in more than twenty Texas counties, concentrated in Collin County. He has only ever represented the accused.
Founding partner, former prosecutor
Patrick prosecuted cases for over three years: misdemeanors in Kaufman County, then felonies in the Dallas County District Attorney's Office. He knows how the State builds a case.
Questions
One price, set at the start, covers all legal services for your case, including a trial if there is one. The consultation is free.
Yes. Our phones are answered 24/7. Call (214) 432-6540 or send a message and we call you back.
Class A and Class B misdemeanors are heard in the Collin County Courts at Law. Felonies are heard in the district courts and can carry state jail or prison time.
Yes. A parent, spouse or friend can call and set up the consultation.
Collin County courts
Felonies go to the district courts and misdemeanors to the County Courts at Law 1 to 7, all in the Russell A. Steindam Courts Building, 2100 Bloomdale Rd., McKinney, TX 75071. James has handled hundreds of cases in more than twenty Texas counties, concentrated in Collin County.
Free consultation
The consultation is free. Our phones are answered 24/7.
James Chiles
Founding partner, Chiles McGuire Criminal Law
5.0 from 61 Google reviews
