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Varghese Summersett PLLCManaging Partner
Benson Varghese
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Benson Varghese

4.9
62 reviews

300 Throckmorton Street, Suite 1650, Fort Worth, TX 76102

Federal Criminal Defense, Federal Drug Charges, DWI Defense and 11 more

About Benson Varghese

Benson Varghese is a Board Certified Criminal Lawyer. He is also the founder and Managing Partner of Varghese Summersett PLLC. Benson represents individuals charged with the most serious state and federal criminal offenses. He has proven himself in and outside of the courtroom as a criminal defense attorney who has obtained favorable results handling complex criminal matters.

Board Certification is a rare distinction among lawyers. To become Board Certified an attorney has to have the recommendation of their peers, judges, and attorneys they have tried cases against – all before sitting for a rigorous exam. Additionally, Board Certification requires a significant portion of the attorney’s practice be in the specialty area. (Mr. Varghese practices criminal law exclusively.) Additionally, to sit for the exam, the attorney must have significant trial experience. (Mr. Varghese has tried over 100 jury trials in state and federal court.)

Benson Varghese has been recognized as a Top 100 Trial Attorney by the National Trial Lawyers Association and has been named a “Top Attorney” by Fort Worth, Texas magazine every year since 2012. He is also a member of the College of the State Bar of Texas, a distinction held by less than 10 percent of all licensed attorneys in Texas.

Mr. Varghese is also a Past-President of the Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and currently serves on the TCCDLA Board of Directors.

He is also regularly on local and national news stations and frequently serves as an expert for newspapers across the country. You can his notable media appearances here.

Benson Varghese has extensive experience litigating issues relating to intoxication (alcohol, drugs, and prescription drugs), specimen analysis (breath and blood), and retrograde extrapolation in DWI, intoxication assault, and intoxication manslaughter cases.

He has also successfully represented individuals charged with all levels of sexual allegations ranging from indecency charges to sexual assault of a child, and continuous sexual assault charges.

Benson Varghese is a member of the Federal Bar Association. He regularly handles federal criminal cases and focuses on federal conspiracy charges and cases where the government is relying on sophisticated means of detection.

He also represents corporations (including corporate management and directors) being investigated for fraud, securities violations, antitrust violations, and breaches of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.

Benson serves as President of the Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and is an avid supporter of a number of philanthropic and non-profit organizations. In 2019, he was named The Outstanding Young Lawyer of Tarrant County for his professional proficiency and service to the profession and service to the community.

Past Positions

• United States Attorney’s Office, Northern District of Texas, White Collar Division, Intern, 2008-2009.

• Judge Sharen Wilson (current District Attorney), Tarrant County Criminal District Court Number One, Staff Attorney, 2009.

• Assistant District Attorney, Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office, 2010-2014.

Philanthropic Efforts And Community Involvement

• Habitat for Humanity

• WORTH

• Rotary Club of Fort Worth

• Tarrant County Volunteer Services

• Fort Worth Museum of Science and History

• Course Director, White Collar Seminar, 2018, 2019

Honors, Memberships, and Awards

• Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist

• Named a Super Lawyer – Super Lawyer Magazine, 2022

• Named a Top 100 Rising Stars in Texas – Super Lawyer Magazine, 2020, 2021

• Named the 2019 Outstanding Young Lawyer by the Tarrant County Young Lawyer’s Association.

• Named One of Fort Worth’s Fastest Growing Companies (No. 6), Fort Worth Inc. Magazine, 2019

• Listed No. 782 on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest Growing Companies, Inc. Magazine, 2018

• Voted “Best Law Firm,” Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2018

• Named a Minority Leader in Business by the Fort Worth Business Press, 2017

• Finalist for Entrepreneur of Excellence Award, Service Category, Fort Worth Inc. Magazine, 2017

• Selected as a Texas Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine, 2016 – 2022

• Named “Top Attorney” by 360 West Magazine, 2017 – Present

• Named “Top Attorney” by Fort Worth Magazine, 2016 – Present

• Recipient of the Martindale Hubbel “Client Champion” Award, 2017

• Named “Premier 100 Trial Attorney” by the American Academy of Trial Attorneys

• Rated 10.0 by AVVO

• Client’s Choice Award: Criminal Defense, Federal Criminal Defense, DUI Defense

• Steer Fort Worth, Member

• Rotary International, Downtown Fort Worth, Member

• Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation

• College of the State Bar of Texas, Member

• Eldon B. Mahon Inns of Court, Associate Member, 2011-2013

• American Inns of Court, Member

• Tarrant County Young Lawyers Association, Past Board Member

• Tarrant County Bar Association, Member

• Federalist Society, Member

• Liberty Leadership Council – Executive Committee Member (Texas Public Policy Foundation)

• American Bar Association, Member

• Federal Bar Association, Member

• National Rifle Association, Lifetime Member

• Christian Trial Lawyers Association, Lifetime Member

• National College for DUI Defense, Member

• Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Member

• Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Board Member

• Dallas County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

• Texas District and County Attorneys Association, Past Member

 

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Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
March 15, 2021
Hired Attorney Benson Varghese

Charged with a serious case. He fought for me and we won. I don't think life will ever be the same but no one will fight for you like he will.

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
May 01, 2015
Hired Attorney Benson Varghese

I was facing an allegation that I touched a child. I called Varghese, Summerset & Smith, PLLC after talking to a police officer who is a friend. The firm was very professional and understanding. The office was also very good about communication through the client portal and over the phone. They use technology in a very modern way. I always felt there was an easy way to communicate. I am completely satisfied. The case was shut down completely at the grand jury level. I would recommend Varghese Su

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
March 11, 2015
Hired Attorney Benson Varghese

I went with this firm because they are timely and informative. They are incredibly responsive. My wife found them and liked them. I completely agreed with hiring them after meeting them. They were proactive instead of reactive and that was the best part. He told me what he was shooting for but delivered even better. I was charged with aggravated robbery and the firm cut through the lies and got me a no-bill.

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
August 17, 2010
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Areas of Law

  • Personal Injury 2
    • Wrongful Death
    • Automobile Accidents
  • Family Law
  • Other 10
    • Federal Criminal Defense
    • Federal Drug Charges
    • DWI Defense
    • Intoxication Manslaughter Defense
    • Sexual Assault Defense
    • Child Sexual Assault Defense
    • Aggravated Assault Defense
    • Assault Defense
    • Possession of Marijuana Defense
    • Possession of Controlled Substances in Texas

Practice Details

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2009, Texas
    U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
    United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Texas Tech University School of Law
    Class of 2009
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Southern Methodist University
    Class of 2004
    B.B.A.
    Legal Certifications
    Board Certified in Criminal Law

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Benson Varghese was admitted in 2009 to the State of Texas.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Benson Varghese is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit and United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas.
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    Yes, Benson Varghese has a professional profile on facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
  • How many attorneys are in this law firm?
    Varghese Summersett PLLC has 11 attorneys at this location.
  • Does this attorney maintain any other responsibilities in the firm outside of legal work?
    Benson Varghese is the Managing Partner of the firm.

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