Graham Norris of Norris Legal Group has been instrumental in defending clients in high-profile criminal defense cases that often make headlines. Known for his rigorous defense and extensive experience, Graham has represented numerous clients in complex situations that have attracted media attention. Below is a sampling of cases where Norris’s advocacy and legal expertise were crucial:
Abilene Reporter News: Norris Goes to Battle for Client in High-Profile Murder Trial
In a complex 2023 murder trial that ultimately resulted in his client’s acquittal, Graham showcased why clients turn to him when facing tough legal circumstances. Representing Michael Miller, who was accused in the shooting of Aaron Howard, Graham argued that self-defense is not merely a matter of “kill or be killed” but involves a nuanced interpretation of perceived threat and the necessity of deadly force. His arguments eventually won his client his freedom. Read more.
FOX West Texas: Norris Wins Acquittal in Tense Murder Trial
The verdict is in, and Graham’s client Michael Miller was acquitted of all charges in the killing of Aaron Howard. During the trial, Graham presented a compelling narrative, emphasizing the critical moments leading up to the shooting. Graham argued that Michael was acting in defense of his father, portraying him not as an aggressor but as a protector. “He was defending his father against a man who everyone agrees is always the aggressor,” Graham told the jury. His detailed recounting of the events provided a clear defense based on protecting one’s family, underscoring his role in reshaping the narrative to focus on self-defense and the instinct to protect. Read more.
Fort Worth Star-Telegram: Effective Defense Leads to Probation in High-Stakes Custodial Dispute Shooting
In a pivotal case that could have sent Adan Zaragoza to prison for life, Graham’s client received only five years of probation for deadly conduct despite being initially charged with murder. Graham highlighted the circumstances of self-defense and protection under Texas’s Castle Doctrine and successfully argued that Zaragoza’s actions, while in his vehicle, were protected under law. “On Thursday morning he was facing life in prison and by Thursday afternoon we were all walking out of the courthouse together, headed home,” he said following the acquittal. “Today our justice system worked.” Read more.
Fort Worth Star-Telegram: Theft Charge Dismissed Against Fort Worth ‘Junkman’
Even as a prosecutor, Graham was concerned for the rights of the accused. In one notable case as Assistant District Attorney, Graham dismissed a theft charge against a local 76-year-old man, known affectionately as the “junkman,” who had been wrongfully accused of stealing from a fire-damaged property. Norris reviewed the circumstances and concluded that dismissing the charge was in the interest of justice, underscoring his commitment to fair legal processes and protecting the rights of the accused. Read more.
Fort Worth Report: Graham Norris Launches Norris Legal Group in Fort Worth
Graham Norris, a distinguished North Texas trial attorney and former prosecutor, has launched Norris Legal Group, a new boutique Criminal Defense firm in downtown Fort Worth. The firm specializes in defending clients accused of both federal and state felonies and misdemeanors. Read more.
