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Why Hire Our Dallas Law Firm?

Aggressive Legal Representation in Dallas: We Fight to Win.

At our firm, our legal practice is based on sound fundamentals: We offer aggressive representation for the following legal matters:

Our attorneys all come with excellent qualifications. We work hard and start every case by providing clients with an honest assessment of their legal options. Then we guide them through the often confusing Texas and federal criminal justice systems with one goal in mind: to win their case.

When you hire Palmer Perlstein, you receive our full attention and the benefit of proven trial practice strategies from our experienced Texas criminal defense and personal injury attorneys. If you are in need of legal counsel for your situation, now is the time to get help.

What Makes Our Firm Stand Out?

Scott Palmer

  • Board Certified in Criminal Law.
  • Selected to D Magazine’s Best Lawyers from 2006-2011; 2016-2024.
  • D Magazine Hall of Fame.
  • Awarded the John Howie Award by the Dallas Trial Lawyers Association for verdict on a federal civil rights case.
  • AV Rated by Martindale Hubbell and recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer a Thompson Reuters service from 2008-2024.

Rebekah Perlstein

  • National Trial Lawyers, Top 40 Under 40.
  • 10.0 Rating on Avvo.
  • AVVO Clients’ Choice Award.
  • D Magazine’s Best Lawyers Under 40 (2018-2021).
  • D Magazine’s Best Lawyers (2021-2024).
  • Dallas Bar Association.
  • Dallas Bar Association’s 2024 WeLead Class.
  • American Bar Association.
  • Super Lawyers Rising Star (2020 and 2021).

James Roberts

  • Multiple Speaking Engagements.
  • Licensed in four states.

Grant Gerleman

  • Board Certified: Personal Injury Trial Law – Texas Board of Legal Specialization (2019).
  • Board Certified: Civil Trial Law – National Board of Trial Advocacy (2019).
  • Super Lawyers – Rising Star 2018-2020.
  • Avvo 10.0 Rating.

Niles Illich

  • Board Certified in Texas for Criminal Appellate Law.
  • Member Committee for Board Certification Exam (criminal appellate law).
  • Former Chair Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Amicus Committee.
  • Former Editor, Federal Bar Association, Federal Lawyer (national magazine with circulation of nearly 20,000).
  • Jesuit Legal Society.
  • President’s Award, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.

David Wilken

  • D Magazine Best Lawyer Under 40 2023-2025.

Paul Green

  • Super Lawyers Rising Star 2020-2022.

Russell Turkel

  • Federal Bar Association – Sentencing/Corrections Committee Co-Chair (current).
  • Eastern District of Texas Bench Bar Conference Sponsor, Criminal Track (2022-Present).
  • Federal Probation and Pretrial Officers Association – Central Region Vice President, Dec 2011 – Apr 2021.
  • Board of Advocates – Vice President, 2019 – 2020.
  • Probation Officers’ Advisory Group – Representative, Eastern District of Texas, 2008 – 2012.

Awards Our Attorneys Have Achieved

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It Starts with the Right Team

We Are Ready to Help You

Our team is committed to providing personalized attention every step of the way and providing the guidance you need with your goals in mind. We are committed to providing high-quality representation and working toward a favorable outcome.

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Skilled & Successful in High-Profile Federal Criminal Cases

Attorney Scott Palmer understands how the complexities of the federal court system and how to protect a client’s legal rights at every step of the case, starting with the investigation process. For these reasons, Scott Palmer has earned a reputation as a high-profile, peer-respected lawyer.

Attorney Palmer leads our seasoned legal team, allowing us to provide invaluable insight and experience to each and every client that comes through our doors. When you come to Palmer Perlstein, you can be confident knowing you are getting aggressive representation and counsel from a firm led by a proven trial lawyer.

Benefits of Hiring a Board Certified Attorney

Having a Board Certified attorney behind your case gives you the peace of mind and assurance you need during a trying legal time, regardless of the issues you’re facing. The board certification is a mark of excellence and a distinguishing accomplishment, demonstrating that an attorney has the skills and expertise to handle complex legal matters.

At Palmer Perlstein, two of our attorneys are Board Certified. They have continued their education, passed strenuous examinations, and successfully handled a large number of cases in their respective practice areas. They have also been evaluated by judges and peers alike and deemed worthy of board certification.

Attorney Scott H. Palmer is a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist through the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He is an experienced and fearless litigator. Palmer has earned a statewide reputation for his aggressive approach, which often leaves state and federal prosecutors with little choice but to negotiate a plea or drop criminal charges altogether.

Attorney Grant Gerleman is Board Certified as a Specialist in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He is passionate about this area of the law and dedicated to helping victims injured by others seek the justice they deserve. His knowledge and skills have allowed him to argue and win even the most complex cases.

With a team consisting of certified specialists in various areas of law, no matter our clients’ legal issues, a Board Certified attorney is here to help.

“We fight hard for our clients every day. We will take – and win – the cases other lawyers won’t touch.” – Scott Palmer, Board-Certified Criminal Law Specialist

Contact Us to Arrange a Consultation

Whether you’ve been arrested, need legal guidance following a car accident, or have had your civil rights violated, do not hesitate to turn to Palmer Perlstein to speak with a Dallas trial lawyer. Our legal team is ready to stand strong on your behalf. Start by setting up a consultation today: 469-966-7614.

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