Mary Beth Harrell

Mary Beth Harrell

Google Rating

4.7(279 reviews)

  • 701 West Central Texas Expressway Killeen, TX 76541
  • +1-254-680-4655
  • No email available

About:

I've practiced law in Texas for many years. I know the prosecutors and judges and police officers. Heck, I've served as a city prosecutor and an assistant district attorney, but to tell the truth my heart was never in it. However, I do know how they think and what’s important to them and I make that work for you. I know what it takes for them to try to prove a case beyond a reasonable doubt so they win and you lose. That’s why I have been able to get very serious cases dismissed and that’s why I win at trial. Okay, if you really need to know, I’ll tell you a bit about myself. I wasn't born in Texas but I got here as fast I could – courtesy of the Army. I served as an Army wife and mom, not on active duty. My husband retired from the Army after serving for 23 years. Our two sons now serve on active duty. They’re married, they've been deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan a few times. I know what today’s Army is all about and what’s at stake for those who serve - and their families. I've helped save more than a few military careers by getting soldiers’ cases dismissed including: DWIs, family assaults, shoplifting, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, possession of marijuana, etc. And I've won a few of those cases in trial too, also saving military careers.

Jurisdiction:Texas, 5th Circuit

Practice Area

Criminal Law

Guides reporting, evidence, bail conditions, no-contact orders, prosecutions or defenses, and record sealing, centering survivor safety and informed participation across the criminal process.

Languages

English

Fees

Free Consultation

Education

J.D.
St. Mary's University School of Law
1998
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
St. Mary's University School of Law
1998

Awards

Top 10 in Client Satisfaction 2016
American Institute of Criminal Law

Top 10 in Client Satisfaction 2016 - American Institute of Criminal Law (2016)

2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
The National Trial Lawyers Association

Top 100 Trial Lawyers - The National Trial Lawyers Association (2016)

2016
Ambassador
Boys & Girls Club

Ambassador - Boys & Girls Club (2013)

2013

Associations

Member
Texas Economic Development Council
2014 - Present
President
Coryell County Bar Association
2010 - Present
Member
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2015 - Present
Member
Coryell County Economic Development Board
2013 - Present
Member
Bell County Bar Association
2004 - Present
Member in Good Standing
Texas Bar Association# 24005115
1998 - Present
Member
State Bar College
2008 - Present
Founder
Bell County Women's Bar Assoiation
2015 - Present
Top 10 Member
The National Academy Of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2017 - Present
Member
Bell County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2007 - Present
Member in Good Standing
Texas Bar Association
1998 - Present
President
Coryell County Economic Development Board
2014 - Present
Member
Central Texas Council of Governments Development District
2013 - Present
President
Coryell County Economic Development Board
2012 - Present
Member
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2000 - Present

Reviews


RATED 5.0

Aug 7, 2025Googlevia Google

Shaunita Burnell

"Best criminal defense attorney in Killeen. Teresa and Mary Beth are phenomenal and will keep you updated in a timely manner. Highly recommend!! Thanks so much!!"

RATED 4.0

Jul 27, 2025Googlevia Google

Texanna Fernandez

RATED 5.0

Jul 13, 2025Googlevia Google

Christine Matlock

"When I found this lawyer’s office, I called them about my case. I seen she was experience with working with military personnel and how cases could effect their career so I saved my money up and then went in office to talk to Mrs.Harrell. She did exactly what she told me she would do and that’s get my case dismissed. I am forever grateful for her and her staff. This was my 1st time ever dealing with anything legal and I was devastated. I will be recommending this law office for anyone in need of criminal defense. Thank you very much from the bottom of my heart. I can finally breathe a little easier."

RATED 5.0

Jul 13, 2025Googlevia Google

Tyler Bischoff

"Mrs. Harrell and her team were phenomenal advocates. She went above and beyond in my case, including reaching out to senior attorneys to convince them to make an exception for me so I could enter the veteran’s treatment program. On top of that, I never felt any judgment from anyone on this team and their constant communication regarding my case set the gold standard for criminal defense attorneys. I, and my family, will forever be grateful for Mrs. Harrell and her team’s efforts."

RATED 5.0

Jul 13, 2025Googlevia Google

The Lawyer Marketers

"You can tell a lot about a place by how they treat you before you're a client. Theresa at the front desk gave me the kind of welcome that says we care."