About Us
At Altgelt Law Office, P.C., we provide committed representation to law enforcement professionals facing career-threatening legal challenges. Based in Laredo, Texas, we serve state, federal, and local officers across Webb County. We defend your rights and protect your careers, reputations, and families. When internal investigations, disciplinary matters, or criminal allegations arise, our firm stands with those who serve.
Law enforcement officers and agents occupy a unique role in our justice system. The legal challenges you face can range from administrative reviews to internal affairs complaints or serious on-duty incidents.
They are often highly technical, intensely scrutinized, and can have long-term impacts on employment, security clearances, certifications, and retirement. We understand the stakes, and we treat each case with the strategic focus and personal attention it deserves.
When the stakes involve your career, security clearance, retirement, or reputation you deserve a legal team that stands with you
What We Do
Our tailored representation spans the full spectrum of administrative and legal matters affecting law enforcement personnel. Our services include defense in internal and disciplinary investigations, civil service and merit board proceedings, union-related issues, and grievance processes. We also represent officers in high-risk, high-stakes matters such as use-of-force allegations, critical incidents, and officer-involved shootings.
We approach every case with the confidence, discretion, and commitment necessary to withstand the pressures you face, from agency leadership to public scrutiny. Our goal is to secure the best possible outcome while minimizing disruption to your career and personal life.
Who We Serve
We serve law enforcement professionals at every level, including:
- Local police officers and deputies
- Webb County Sheriff’s Office personnel and other county law enforcement officers
- State law enforcement personnel
- Federal agents, including Border Patrol and other Department of Homeland Security officers
- Supervisors and command staff
- Officers facing both on-duty and off-duty allegations
Whether your issue involves internal proceedings, criminal allegations, or personal legal matters that intersect with your professional life, we understand your world, and we are prepared to defend your future.
Personalized & Responsive Representation Client Testimonials
We do not take a volume-based approach. Each client receives direct attention from our legal team, clear communication, and individualized strategy development. We listen, we explain your options, and we guide you through every step of the process with professionalism and respect. Situated in the South Texas border region, our firm is grounded in a diverse community. We provide services in multiple languages and approach each case with cultural awareness and accessibility, helping clients feel heard and supported.
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"I kept my job, my clearance, and my life intact."I’m a federal agent, and when a felony charge hit me, I thought my career was over. The fear of losing my badge, clearance, everything I’d worked years for, was overwhelming. Then I hired George Altgelt, and everything changed.
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"Lightning-Fast Results"Excellent service, prompt communication, and lightning-fast results. I strongly recommend Mr. Altgelt for your legal needs. They resolved my case in less than 3 months of his office receiving the details of the case! Wow.
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"A True Friend"Absolutely recommend. He definitely goes above and beyond to help. He is not just your lawyer; he will become your true friend and will do whatever is in his knowledgeable power to help you.
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"George Altgelt Is Your Guy"If you want a reliable attorney, choose Altgelt. If you want an attorney who is a fighter, not a quitter, choose Altgelt. If you want an attorney who will get you a favorable judgment, you guessed it - George Altgelt is your guy.
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"A Top-Notch Straight Shooter"Having George Altgelt in my corner gave me peace of mind throughout my ordeal. He is a straight shooter who works hard for his clients. He is a top-notch trial attorney, and his staff are great people who are always kind and helpful.
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"He Does What's Right"Mr. Altgelt has always gone out of his way to offer fair advice and counsel. I would trust him as my attorney to work hard and provide the absolute best representation. “Doing what’s right” aren’t just empty words for him.
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"An Outstanding Perso"Your first choice should absolutely be George Altgelt. He is not only a fantastic attorney, he’s an outstanding person. On more than one occasion he’s gone out of his way to speak to me as a friend and counselor.
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"By Far the Best"George Altgelt is by far the best attorney in Laredo. He and his staff are very friendly and knowledgeable! I highly recommend him to represent you and I am confident that he will guide and resolve any problem.
Why Clients Choose Altgelt Law Office, P.C.
Clients choose us because we combine deep legal insight with a compassionate, client-focused approach. Our firm is led by George Altgelt, an attorney licensed since 2004 and committed to serving those who protect our communities.
Before founding our firm, George served as a Prosecuting Attorney with the Webb County District Attorney’s Office from 2004 to 2006. That experience, crossing both sides of the courtroom, gives him a valuable understanding of how cases are viewed by investigators, prosecutors, and disciplinary boards alike. This perspective informs every defense strategy we build.
George's commitment to robust representation has been recognized through respected industry honors:
- 2016 Top 100 Trial Lawyers – The National Trial Lawyers (by invitation only)
- 2012 Client’s Choice – Avvo
These accolades reflect both peer recognition and the trust we earn from the clients we represent. Whether you are navigating an internal investigation, facing disciplinary action, or confronting a serious allegation, we prepare meticulously and advocate with resolve.
Call (956) 758-3001 or reach us online for a free initial in-person or virtual consultation with a Laredo attorney about your case. Hablamos español.
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We Defend Before Charges Are FiledWe intervene early during internal investigations, IA complaints, and administrative proceedings in order to prevent arrests, preserve careers, and control the narrative.
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Former Prosecutor. Insider Perspective.We know how the government builds cases, because we’ve been on that side. That insight allows us to anticipate moves, expose weaknesses, and force accountability.
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Forensic-Driven DefenseWe rely on a network of elite experts: toxicology, psychological evaluations, polygraphs, and use-of-force analysis. We create data-driven defenses that decision-makers cannot ignore.
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Personal, One-on-One RepresentationNo volume practice. No handoffs. Your case is handled with discretion, urgency, and personal care, because your future deserves nothing less.
Recent Wins Standing With You in Your Darkest Hour
Our Results Show that Even in the Toughest Challenges, Officers Can Move Forward With Confidence and Peace of Mind.
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Charges Dropped Felony Charges
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Not Guilty Criminal Defense
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Sentence Reduced Criminal Defense
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Sentence Reduced Criminal Defense