Get to Know Us: Introducing Our “Meet the Lawyer” Video Series

Attorney John Paul Cedillo

At our firm, we believe that trust starts with connection. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our new “Meet the Attorney” video series—now live on our website!

Whether you're facing criminal charges, navigating the immigration process, or recovering from a personal injury, choosing the right attorney matters. These short videos are a chance for you to meet our legal team, hear their stories, and learn what drives them to fight for clients every day.

👨‍⚖️ Criminal Defense.🛂 Immigration.🚗 Personal Injury.📍 Serving Houston and surrounding areas.

Each attorney brings unique experience and passion to their work. In these videos, you'll get a glimpse of their personalities, their approach to cases, and why they care so deeply about helping people in our community.

We’re also proud to share that Spanish-language videos are coming soon, so we can better connect with the diverse communities we serve in Houston and beyond.

🎥 More videos are on the way! Be sure to check back regularly as we continue to introduce more of our team.

Ready to meet the attorneys who are ready to stand by your side? Subscribe to Our Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@cedillolawfirm Meet Attorney Stephanie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=969mqDEuEoI

Attorney Stephanie Pimentel

Meet Post-Bar Fellow Malachi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_n9LopKKGY

Post Bar Fellow Ledbetter

Freedom, Finally— and Now With Privacy Intact

As criminal defense attorneys, few moments are more powerful than when we hear the words, "Not Guilty." Or, more often, we are privileged to tell a client: “we won. It's over.” Whether it’s a dismissal, an acquittal, or a case thrown out before it ever had legs, the victory is life-changing. But for our clients, the journey doesn’t end there.

Just being charged with a crime—especially something serious—can leave a stain that lingers in the digital age. Employers, landlords, and others don’t always understand the difference between an accusation and a conviction. That’s why we don’t just stop at winning cases. We push for expunction, a legal process that allows eligible clients to erase the record as if it never happened. Clean slate. True freedom.

Sometimes, we take photos to commemorate the moment—those first smiles, the tears, the relief. But out of respect for privacy, especially when the charges are heavy, we’ve had to hide those powerful expressions behind blurred faces or awkward emojis.

Now, thanks to AI, we no longer have to choose between protecting our clients’ privacy and showing the real emotion of the moment. We can recreate the scene, the feeling, and the energy of that day—without revealing identities or compromising dignity.

Because every win matters. And every client deserves to be remembered for who they are—not the worst moment they were ever accused of.

Our Law Firm is Expanding!

Cedillo Law Firm as Hayao Miyazaki might envision us

We're excited to announce our new associate attorneys who will be coming on board. The spring will be a great time for the Cedillo Law Firm. Look for more detailed updates soon.