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Frank M. McElroy

San Antonio
Criminal Defense
& Family Law
Attorney

Trusted. Strategic. Tough when it counts. Frank McElroy brings calm
leadership and courtroom grit to every legal fight, whether it's defense,
divorce, or mediation.

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Quick Snapshot

Board Certified Criminal Law Expert

Licensed In Achievements Credentials
SCOTUS, TX, DC, 5th Circuit, SDTX, WDTX Penn State (Poli Sci) St. Mary’s Law (Mock Trial, Civil Clinic) Certified Civil Mediator (Family Focus)
Trial-Tested in Criminal + Family Law Fluent in English & Spanish Zoom-Based Statewide Mediations
Special Prosecutor in 3 Texas Counties Author of 2 Legal Books Former Mortgage Banking Analyst
U.S. Tax Court Featured on CBS, FOX, NBC, ABC Founder, Volk & McElroy, LLP

The Advocate You Want

When the Stakes
Are Personal

Frank McElroy isn’t here for theatrics; he’s here to solve real problems with
strategic firepower.

Born in Jacksonville, Florida to military parents, Frank spent his childhood living in various
cities across the country before planting roots in Pittsburgh, where he developed
a deep sense of justice, watching corporate systems fail working-class families.
That fire led him to law, not just to know it, but to use it.

After graduating from Penn State, he worked in the banking sector before earning
his law degree at St. Mary’s University, where he excelled in mock trial and served
San Antonio’s underserved populations through the Civil Justice Clinic.

Today, Frank is recognized as a grounded and trustworthy trial attorney who thoroughly prepares and consistently delivers. He has built his reputation on honesty with clients, never overpromising results but always delivering skilled advocacy in the courtroom. Colleagues and clients alike respect his straightforward style, his steady presence under pressure, and his commitment to securing the best possible outcome in every case.

The Cases Frank Handles

And Why Clients
Trust Him With Them

Criminal Defense

  • DWI
  • Assault & Family Violence
  • Drug & Narcotics Offenses
  • Misdemeanors + Lower-Level Felonies

Known for calm, strategic courtroom presence and smart negotiations.

Family Law

  • Divorce
  • Child Custody & Visitation
  • Enforcement & Modification
  • Property Division

Focuses on clarity, outcome, and minimizing unnecessary conflict.

Family Law Mediation

  • DWI
  • Assault & Family Violence
  • Drug & Narcotics Offenses
  • Misdemeanors + Lower-Level Felonies

Frank is trusted across Texas for family mediations that move cases forward without drama.

Experience That Inspires

Confidence

Licenses

  • Supreme Court of the United State
  • Supreme Court of Texas
  • District of Columbia
  • U.S. Court of Appeals – 5th Circuit
  • U.S. District Courts – Southern & Western Districts of Texas

Professional
Associations

  • State Bar of Texas
  • College of the State Bar
  • San Antonio Bar Association
  • National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Texas & San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Associations

Appointments

  • Frio, Bexar, and Medina Counties – for both adult and juvenile offenses, including 3g felonies

You don’t need someone
who talks over you. You
need someone who sees the
problem clearly, and fixes it
fast and clean.

— On Criminal Defense

Frank co-authored
the texas dwi guide

He regularly teaches and mentors university students in pre-law and law programs, and serves on the local committee for Unauthorized Practice of Law for the Texas Supreme Court.

What Clients Say About frank mcelroy

100+

Five-star Google reviews from satisfied clients

I hired Frank McElroy to take up my case. Communication was fast, professional and everything was taken care of within a week. Could not be happier with the outcome, will definitely be back if I need legal counsel in the future.
Diego Adame
Frank McElroy was my primary lawyer for a first offense. Frank is diligent, hardworking and well versed in legal system. He was also very patient and communicated everything with me well. He is a genuine man and an excellent lawyer. My case was dismissed due to the legal expertise of Volk and McElroy. I could not be more pleased with this law firm and will highly recommend them in the future to all my friends and family
Michelle McGlynn
Hands down the best criminal defense attorneys in Texas. They keep you in the loop 100% of the time, will text you day or night with any updates. If you are seeking a dismissal, these are the attorneys to hire! Affordable, with superior service. I can’t say enough good things about how they handled my legal matters.
Trevor Adkins
Highly recommend Volk & McElroy, LLP. They took care of every legal matter I had and really explained each situation to where I was able to understand. These are the best lawyers I have ever done business with and I plan on going to them in the future.
Robert Schaefer
Great communication, keeps information available & works hard to get things done. Very happy with him & awesome to work with
David Barnum
The best legal representation one could ask for!!
Rico Carpenter

Work With a Lawyer Who
Doesn’t Just Know the Law

He Knows How to Use It

Frank is ready to hear your story, evaluate your case, and move you forward. If you need a lawyer with calm authority, courtroom readiness, and no-nonsense leadership, he’s your guy.

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