Local Criminal Defense Lawyers in San Angelo

Charged with a State or Federal Crime? Call Keith & Lorfing Now!

Criminal charges can carry serious consequences. If you have been accused of committing a crime, you could face jail time, fines, probation, and other life-changing penalties, which is why it is crucial that you secure the services of an experienced San Angelo criminal defense attorney.

DID YOU KNOW?  Managing partner Russell Lorfing worked as a federal prosecutor in Lubbock prior to starting the firm. He is the only practicing defense attorney in Lubbock and the surrounding areas that worked as a federal prosecutor.

At Keith & Lorfing, we provide personalized criminal defense services for clients in need. As a former state and federal prosecutor, Attorney Russell Lorfing has the experience and skillset required to ensure your rights are protected.

Get in touch with a trial-tested criminal defense lawyer in San Angelo. Call (325) 308-6960 now to get started with an initial consultation.

Types of Criminal Defense Cases We Handle

Contact our office if you are charged with any of the following crimes:

  • Fraud: Such as mail fraud, bank fraud, identity theft, securities fraud, and related offenses.
  • White-Collar Crimes: Covering cybercrimes, forgery, bribery, obstruction of justice, and more.
  • Federal Crimes: Including firearms offenses, drug trafficking, racketeering, terrorist activities, and others.
  • Child Exploitation: Cases involving the abuse, trafficking, and exploitation of minors, both online and offline.
  • Drug Possession: Could include a Class A misdemeanor, state jail felony, and third, second and first-degree felonies
  • Drug Distribution: Can include crimes such as manufacturing, transporting, selling, or possessing illegal drugs with the intent to distribute 
  • Firearms Offenses: Addressing illegal possession, trafficking, use of firearms, and other weapons-related offenses.
  • Conspiracy: Can involve planning or agreeing with others to commit a criminal act, even if the crime is not ultimately carried out.
  • Domestic Violence: Encompasses a range of crimes, including physical assault, emotional abuse, and threats or intimidation within a household or intimate relationship.

Why Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney from Our Firm?

When you need to choose the attorney that will represent you in a criminal case, you want to ensure you hire the right advocate. The experience, strategy, tactics, skills, and knowledge your attorney possesses can make all the difference. In fact, an attorney can be the difference between whether you serve jail time or go home free. At Keith & Lorfing, we put our clients first and tailor our services to you. Here are some reasons why you can put your trust in our firm:

Personalized Representation

We tailor our legal services to you and utilize our experience as a former prosecutor to help build a strategy with you.

Qualified Legal Experts

Attorney Lorfing served many years as a former state and federal prosecutor. He is an experienced and proven trial lawyer and the only former federal prosecutor practicing criminal defense in Lubbock, TX.

Committed to Our Clients

We genuinely care about our clients and their cases. We promise to provide you with the best representation we can, no matter what the circumstances of your case.

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Areas Served

Abilene Office

265 S. Leggett Dr.

Abilene, TX 79605

8:00 am to 5:00pm
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Lubbock Office
(By Appointment Only)

265 S. Leggett Dr.
Abilene, TX 79605
8:00 am to 5:00pm
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San Angelo Office

206 W College Avenue
San Angelo, TX 76903
8:00 am to 5:00pm
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Midland Office

306 W Wall St Suite 415
Midland, TX 79701
8:00 am to 5:00pm
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The Best
In the West

Don’t Let Our West Texas Roots Fool You – Our Attorneys Are Some of the Most Experienced in America.

With over 500 jury trials and over 75 years of experience, our team of attorneys have the experience and expertise you need to win and to win big. We employ multiple former federal and state prosecutors.



Our attorneys have clerked at the highest courts in Texas, graduated from some of the best Universities, and handled the biggest cases. Our attorneys could have easily worked at the largest law firms in New York, San Francisco, or Washington D.C. but chose to come back to West Texas –to their home – to protect and fight for our West Texas communities.

Trey Keith

Founding Partner Meet Trey

“I will fight for the downtrodden and marginalized, against any entity. Because justice demands it.”

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Russell Lorfing

Founding Partner Meet Russell

“When the whole world stands against you, we stand up for you.”


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Don’t Take Our Word For It

At Keith & Lorfing, we love to win and we love to win BIG. It’s an obsession. Our motivation to win no matter what stems from our genuine desire to help our clients – but hey, the trophies aren’t bad either. We’ve been nationally recognized and acknowledged by our peers around the State. We’ve been featured in local and national publications – all for doing what we do best – fighting on behalf of you.

  • avvo clients choice 2024
  • best criminal defense lawyer in abilene 2022
  • best criminal defense lawyer in abilene 2023

Why We’re Different

Over 500 Trials

  • Over 75 Years of Combined Experience

  • Voted Best Lawyers in Abilene for 2023

  • Multiple offices throughout West Texas


  • Multiple Attorneys on Staff Previously Served as State & Federal Prosecutors


  • Personalized Approach to Handling Cases

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The San Angelo team at Keith & Lorfing is here and equipped to help clients achieve the best possible case results. Our firm is dedicated to providing our clients with superior legal services, and we put our clients’ needs and best interests first. We are also known for being:

  • Extremely qualified. In addition to having multiple former federal and state prosecutors on our team, our attorneys have handled over five thousand cases and have a five-star rating on Avvo and Google.
  • Attentive to clients and details. Each client and case is unique, which is why we develop individualized defense strategies for each client. We also listen to your individual needs and goals to better understand how to help you, and our attorneys are always available to talk with you about your case or any concerns you may have.
  • Respected professionals. Our clients and peers alike recognize that we always demonstrate a high level of professionalism as we are always well prepared for trials and negotiations.
  • West Texas Tough. We take pride in our litigation skills and standing up for our clients.  When other people fold, we suit up. Know that we live for the fight.

Telephone us at (325) 308-6960 or touch base with us online to get started today. We are available 24/7.

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