Timothy D. Godwin

Timothy D. Godwin is a criminal defense attorney who represents individuals facing misdemeanor and felony charges across Texas. His practice focuses exclusively on criminal defense, including DWI, drug crimes, weapons offenses, assault, domestic violence, sex crimes, juvenile matters, theft, white collar crimes, and expunctions. He approaches each case with careful preparation and direct advocacy, working to protect constitutional rights and limit the long-term consequences of criminal allegations. Godwin earned his J. D. from Texas A&M School of Law. His legal education provided a strong foundation in criminal procedure, trial advocacy, and legal analysis. This academic training supports his ability to assess evidence, challenge prosecutorial tactics, and develop defense strategies tailored to the specific facts and legal issues of each case. He applies this training consistently in both pretrial negotiations and courtroom litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas, Godwin is an active member of the Texas Bar College, the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and the Texas Trial Lawyers Association. These affiliations reflect his ongoing commitment to legal education and staying current with developments in criminal law. His practice spans a wide range of offenses, from traffic tickets and expunctions to serious felony and violent crime charges requiring detailed investigation and strategic defense planning. Timothy D. Godwin is recognized for his focused approach to criminal defense and has received honors, including the Elite Lawyer designation. He works closely with clients to explain the legal process, outline available options, and pursue the strongest possible defense. His goal is to provide clear guidance, diligent representation, and effective advocacy for individuals facing some of the most serious and stressful challenges of their lives. Law Office Affiliations Founding Attorney, Godwin Law Firm, PLLC Member, Texas Bar College Member, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Member, Texas Trial Lawyers Association Member, State Bar of Texas Licensed State Texas Education Texas A&M School of Law Juris Doctor (JD) Awards & Badges <img decoding=async class=size-full wp-image-161778 alignnone src=https://cdn.lexinter.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Proud-Member-of-Texas-Bar-College.jpg alt=Proud Member of Texas Bar College width=150 height=150 title=Timothy D. Godwin srcset=https://cdn.lexinter.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Proud-Member-of-Texas-Bar-College.jpg 150w, https://cdn.lexinter.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Proud-Member-of-Texas-Bar-College-100x100.jpg 100w sizes=(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px /><img decoding=async class=size-full wp-image-181979 alignnone src=https://cdn.lexinter.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Texas-Criminal-Defense-Lawyers-Association.jpg alt=Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association width=150 height=150 title=Timothy D. Godwin srcset=https://cdn.lexinter.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Texas-Criminal-Defense-Lawyers-Association.jpg 150w, https://cdn.lexinter.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Texas-Criminal-Defense-Lawyers-Association-100x100.jpg 100w sizes=(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px /><img decoding=async class=size-full wp-image-100360 alignnone src=https://cdn.lexinter.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Texas-Trial-Lawyers-Association.png alt=Texas Trial Lawyers Association width=150 height=150 title=Timothy D. Godwin srcset=https://cdn.lexinter.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Texas-Trial-Lawyers-Association.png 150w, https://cdn.lexinter.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Texas-Trial-Lawyers-Association-100x100.png 100w sizes=(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px /><img decoding=async class=size-full wp-image-80849 alignnone src=https://cdn.lexinter.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/state-bar-texas.png alt=state bar texas width=150 height=150 title=Timothy D. Godwin srcset=https://cdn.lexinter.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/state-bar-texas.png 150w, https://cdn.lexinter.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/state-bar-texas-100x100.png 100w sizes=(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px />