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Saputo Toufexis | Criminal Defense PLLCSenior Partner
Paul Saputo
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Paul Saputo

4.9
54 reviews

1845 Woodall Rodgers Fwy., Suite 1500, Dallas, TX 75201

Criminal Defense, Criminal Law, Federal Criminal Law and 10 more

About Paul Saputo

The firm is led by senior defense lawyer Paul Saputo, a highly accomplished Texas criminal defense lawyer. He has achieved a perfect “10.0 – Top Attorney” rating on AVVO, a “10.0” rating on Justia, and he has been recognized as a Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star. Mr. Saputo has practiced throughout Texas, in more than fifty Texas state and federal courts. He has obtained hundreds of dismissals and acquittals for clients facing a wide array of serious charges. He has also developed groundbreaking innovations in defense strategies and tactics.

Mr. Saputo has represented people in many high-profile cases, including the Dallas Police Shooting case, where Mr. Saputo was able to garner his client’s release within hours, and the Twin Peaks Waco Biker case. In addition to leading the Saputo Law Firm, he is a frequent contributor to various media outlets and is active within the bar association and politics.

 

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Champion Badge Silver

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Paul Saputo got this award in 2021

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Paul Saputo got this award in 2021

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Paul Saputo got this award in 2021

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Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
June 29, 2022
Hired Attorney Paul Saputo

We were caught off guard when everything happened. My husband worked day in and day out to find a lawyer that would take my case and do what was needed to get it dismissed. We were referred to this law firm and we couldn’t have been happier! We are so grateful for all Nick and his team has done for us. He was able to get my case dismissed and get me back to work.

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
June 29, 2022
Hired Attorney Paul Saputo

If you’re looking for a straight forward hard working knowledgeable and respectable firm. Call now! This is the firm. If you’re on the phone with another criminal attorneys office hang up and call Saputo now. Their all great. Nick was tremendous in a case for a family member. More than an attorney…he was more like a Superhero. Go Saputo law!!! I’m always skeptical about leaving and reading reviews. I just couldn’t help myself not to with this firm. Nothing but positive and profeexperience from this group.

 
Sex Crimes
Posted by Nick
November 21, 2021
Hired Attorney Paul Saputo

Paul was incredibly knowledgeable and professional, he won my case and changed forever changed my life for the better! I’m glad I put my trust in him and would 100% recommend him to others.

Misdemeanors
Posted by anonymous
February 26, 2020
Hired Attorney Paul Saputo

Working with the Saputo Law Firm was absolutely outstanding! They were fast, professional, and all around the best law firm i've ever worked with. Thank you so much to Paul Saputo and his team for helping me!

DUI/DWI
Posted by anonymous
January 23, 2020
Hired Attorney Paul Saputo

Paul Saputo has represented me for over 4 years now in a legal matter. Believe me when I say this, Paul truly cares for his clients and he will give his best effort to counsel his clients for the best possible outcome for the case. He is a great attorney based on hours knowledge of the law, skills in the courtroom, and dealing with the court. I cannot thank him for his efforts. If you’re in some legal trouble, definitely go with Paul Saputo.

 
Response from Paul Saputo
I very much appreciate your review! I do take pride in my legal work, and when it pays off with a great result in court, it makes it all worthwhile.
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Areas of Law

  • Criminal Law 7
    • Federal Criminal Law
    • Drug Crimes
    • Sex Crimes
    • Felonies
    • Misdemeanors
    • DUI/DWI
    • Homicide
  • Other 5
    • Criminal Defense
    • Criminal Appeals
    • Post-Conviction Remedies
    • Manslaughter
    • Murder

Practice Details

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2012, Texas
    United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma
    United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
    United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
    United States District Court for the Western District of Texas
    2019, United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Duke University School of Law
    Class of 2012
    J.D.
    Other Education
    The University of Southern Mississippi
    Class of 2009
    B.A.

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    Paul Saputo was admitted in 2012 to the State of Texas.
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    Paul Saputo is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas, United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma and United States District Court for the Western District of Texas.
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    Paul Saputo speaks Spanish.
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    Paul Saputo attended Duke University School of Law.

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