
Lance Kennedy
Austin, TX Criminal Defense Attorney
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense, Criminal Law Federal, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Marijuana, DUI / DWI, Extreme DUI, Felony DUI, Sex Crime, Retail Theft, Burglary, Violent Crimes, White Collar Crimes, Weapon Charges, Internet and Cyber Crimes, Cannabis Law, Texas Sexual Assault of a Child Attorney, Trial Lawyer
Main Office
Lance Kennedy Law
500 W. 2nd St., Suite 1900
Austin, TX 78701
Phone: 512-565-8844
About Lance Kennedy
Lance Kennedy is a former federal and state prosecutor now focusing on criminal defense in Central Texas.
A proud seventh-generation Texan, Lance grew up in Dallas after being born in East Texas. He holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Texas at Austin, a law degree from Southern Methodist University, and a master's degree from Harvard University.
Lance began his legal career in the U.S. Army Reserve as a Judge Advocate and soon entered the field of criminal law. Over nearly five years, he worked as both an Assistant Attorney General and Assistant District Attorney in Texas, handling a wide range of felony, misdemeanor, and civil cases. His passion for justice led him to a role as a Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA) in 2019, where he continued prosecuting state and federal offenses. Throughout his time as a state prosecutor, Lance personally tried around fifty cases before judges and juries.
In 2021, the Department of Justice appointed Lance as a full-time federal prosecutor in the U.S. Attorney’s Office. There, he handled a variety of federal crimes, including cases involving cartel members, tax evaders, and sex offenders. Lance successfully tried seven federal cases, each leading to a conviction.
Having been involved in thousands of criminal cases throughout his career, Lance is committed to helping his clients navigate the complex criminal justice system and regain control of their lives.
Education
Harvard University, M.A.-2015Southern Methodist University, J.D.-2013
University of Texas - Austin, B.A.-2009
Bar Associations
Texas State BarUtah Bar Associations
Professional Associations
Bar Association of the Federal Fifth Circuit - Member, 2021Federalist Society - Member, 2019
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association - Member
