Victoria Eckman is a dedicated defense attorney who truly values her clients. She is committed to helping individuals with criminal charges so they can receive the best outcome possible. Her practice focuses heavily on federal criminal defense. She has represented approximately 100 clients facing extremely serious federal charges including sex crimes against children, alien smuggling, serious drug trafficking and murder. She has represented clients at jury trial, motion to suppress hearings, and countless detention hearings in which she sought release of the accused from federal custody. She is skilled and ready to defend your state or federal charge.

Victoria is a native Texan and a former teacher with experience in Texas public and private schools. She uses her knowledge of teaching to explain the criminal justice system and processes in uncomplicated terms. Victoria’s years of teaching allow her to adapt to clients from all walks of life and shows in her ability to speak effectively in public.

As a member of the Criminal Justice Act defense appointment panel, Victoria frequently works with indigent clients without the financial means to pay for counsel. Victoria believes that just because you are poor, does not mean you should get poor representation. She prides herself on her constant and clear communication with clients and represents retained and indigent clients with equal zeal.

Professional Experience

• Federal Criminal Defense Attorney, West Texas (2018-present)
• Criminal Defense Attorney, Bexar County (2015-2016)
• Texas Public School Teacher (2012-2015, 2017-2018)
• Director of Contracting at Medical Billing Company (2009-2010)
• Discovery Attorney (2007-2009)

Education

• St. Mary’s University School of Law, L.L.M. in International Law (2007)
• Ohio Northern University Petit College of Law, J.D. (2006)
• Trinity University, B.A. Sociology, cum laude (2002)

Bar Admissions

• Texas, 2006
• Western District of Texas, 2009
• Northern District of Texas, 2022