KevinRousseau
With over thirty years of focused legal excellence, Mr. Rousseau defines his career through high-stakes criminal litigation. Throughout his 27-year tenure as a Tarrant County prosecutor, he spearheaded more than 200 jury trials, featuring over 60 murder proceedings. As the Chief of the Gang and Homicide Unit between 2002 and 2015, he directed major investigations and was the primary authority for homicide case assessments and filing strategies. Since moving into private defense in 2020, Mr. Rousseau utilizes his vast trial history and deep prosecutorial knowledge to champion the rights of those accused of crimes. He recognizes that each matter involves a real person and their loved ones, far beyond a simple court docket. Utilizing decades of perspective from both sides of the aisle, Mr. Rousseau ensures every client is met with empathy and integrity, providing the formidable and dedicated legal support needed during life's most challenging periods.
Professional Experience
Criminal Defense Attorney | 2020–Present
Advocates for clients facing major criminal charges in both state and federal courts across Texas. Delivers comprehensive legal strategy from early investigation to verdict.
Tarrant County District Attorney's Office | 1993–2020
Rose through the ranks from junior prosecutor to the executive team. Directed high-profile murder trials, mentored staff, and oversaw the county's pivotal criminal cases.
Private Business Litigation Practice | Prior to 1993
Managed complex commercial disputes for diverse clients before entering public law.
Education
South Texas College of Law
Juris Doctor, 1990
University of Texas at Arlington
Bachelor of Arts, 1986
Awards & Recognition
Martindale - Hubbel AV Preeminent Rating
This Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent® distinction represents the peak of professional excellence, awarded solely through rigorous Peer Review and reflecting the highest standard of legal ability and ethics according to fellow members of the bar.
Member of the South Texas Law Review
This prestigious, student-led legal journal at South Texas College of Law Houston has been active since 1954. It curates significant academic research alongside detailed case analysis and professional commentary on modern legal developments.
Member of the Texas Bar College
This honorary society was founded in 1981 by the Texas Supreme Court. It honors legal professionals who demonstrate an extraordinary dedication to continuous education and maintain the highest ethical benchmarks within the Texas legal community.
Client Reviews
After my arrest, I felt lost and terrified about my future. Kevin walked me through every phase of the legal system using clear terms, took all my calls, and outlined my choices. I felt respected rather than judged. Having his reliable guidance made a massive difference in how I handled the case.
michael w.
The responsiveness of Kevin and his legal team was truly exceptional. My inquiries were never treated as a burden, and I felt like my legal problems truly mattered to them. He was commanding in the courtroom, honest in our private meetings, and fought tirelessly to ensure my life stayed on track.
lauren s.
I came to Kevin during one of the hardest stretches of my life. I had made some poor decisions in a complicated matter and was well out of my depth, and from the start he met me with a steadiness I badly needed. He never sugarcoated anything. When things looked bad he told me right away, and then he turned my attention to what we could actually control. He laid out every possibility honestly, including the worst ones, without ever giving me false hope or leaving me feeling like there was no ground under me. What stayed with me most was how clearly he kept my real life in mind, the travel, the logistics, the moments I felt most vulnerable. I never once felt like a case file to him. He has deep experience and the connections to match, and I would trust him with anything.
R.C.N.