A Prosecutor's Mind.
A Defender's Heart.
For over 23 years, Rudy Taylor has dedicated his career to protecting the rights and freedoms of Texans facing criminal charges. His unique background as both a prosecutor and defense attorney gives him an unparalleled advantage in the courtroom.
From his early days at the Harris County Attorney's Office to his tenure as an Assistant District Attorney in the 33rd and 424th Judicial Districts, Rudy has seen the justice system from every angle. Today, he uses that experience to build ironclad defenses for his clients.
Career & Experience
A distinguished career spanning prosecution, military service, and defense advocacy.
Education
Troy University
Bachelor's degree, magna cum laude
South Texas College of Law
Juris Doctor
Early Career
Harris County Attorney's Office
Worked during law school, gaining foundational experience in litigation
Student Clinic Success
Represented clients through South Texas legal clinic as student attorney, including Social Security matters. Won his first case as lead student attorney.
Delta Theta Phi Leadership
Asked to revive the Delta Theta Phi International Law Fraternity chapter during third year. Served as Dean and, with fraternity alumni assistance, grew membership from approximately 2 members to nearly 100 in one semester.
Military & Government Service
Department of Defense Contractor
Worked before and during legal career with overseas assignments as an expatriate. Placed in field with personnel from multiple U.S. military branches on special operations and sensitive projects.
Prosecutorial Experience
Assistant District Attorney
Served in the 33rd and 424th Judicial Districts, serving Llano, Burnet, San Saba, and Blanco Counties
Undefeated Jury Trial Record
Maintained an undefeated jury-trial record during prosecutorial service
Special Prosecutor Pro Tem
Appointed Special Prosecutor Pro Tem in Brown County for complex prosecution matters
Defense Practice
Private Defense Attorney
23+ years of dedicated criminal defense representation
Academic Excellence
Troy University
Bachelor's Degree — Magna Cum Laude
Graduated with highest honors, demonstrating exceptional academic achievement and intellectual capability.
South Texas College of Law
Juris Doctor
Earned his Juris Doctor from South Texas College of Law in Houston, Texas. During law school, Rudy entered every Mock Trial competition each semester. He worked at the Harris County Attorney's Office and in the college computer lab. In his third year, he represented clients through the South Texas legal clinic as a student attorney, including Social Security matters, and won his first case as lead student attorney.
Delta Theta Phi
International Law Fraternity Leadership
During his third year of law school, Rudy was asked to help revive the Delta Theta Phi International Law Fraternity chapter. Serving as Dean of the fraternity and with assistance from fraternity alumni, he grew membership from approximately 2 members to 60 in one semester.
Prosecutorial Background
Before becoming a defense attorney, Rudy served as a prosecutor, giving him invaluable insight into how the state builds and presents criminal cases.
Served in the 33rd and 424th Judicial Districts, serving Llano, Burnet, San Saba, and Blanco Counties
Maintained an undefeated jury-trial record during prosecutorial service
Appointed Special Prosecutor Pro Tem in Brown County for complex prosecution matters
The Advantage for You
Having prosecuted cases from the other side of the courtroom, Rudy knows exactly how prosecutors think, how they build their cases, and where they look for weaknesses. This insider knowledge allows him to anticipate prosecution strategies, identify vulnerabilities in the state's case, and build defenses that exploit those weaknesses. When you hire Taylor Defense, you're getting a team - an attorney who has been in the prosecutor's seat - and knows how to assess a case from both sides - and a private investigator whose attention to detail is unmatched in the legal world.
Serving Beyond the Courtroom
The primary Taylor Defense legal team consists of Rudy Taylor and Halena Rose. Before his legal career as an attorney, Rudy worked as a Department of Defense contractor, including overseas assignments as an expatriate. His work placed him in the field with personnel from multiple branches of the United States military, the Japanese Defense Agency, and included work associated with special operations and sensitive projects. Before her legal career as a private investigator, Halena retired from the US Army where she spent a large part of her career as a combat medic which led to her attaining the level of paramedic instructor. After her military service, she attained the high rank of 6th DAN Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do under Grand Master Park of South Korea.
This background instilled in them the discipline, preparation, adaptability, attention to detail, and ability to operate under pressure that are essential qualities for effective criminal defense advocacy. The precision demanded in sensitive operations translates directly to the meticulous preparation and excellence Rudy and Halena bring to every client's case.
Core Values
The principles that guide every case and every client relationship.
Aggressive Advocacy
Every client deserves fierce, uncompromising representation. I fight relentlessly for the best possible outcome.
Client-Centered
Your case is personal. I maintain direct communication and treat every client with respect and dedication.
Intellectual Rigor
Complex cases demand thorough analysis. I bring academic excellence and meticulous preparation to every matter.
Integrity
Honest assessment, ethical practice, and transparent communication guide everything I do.
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