About ACS-CHAL Forensic Lawyer-Scientist Deandra M. Grant from Texas
Professional Overview AV-rated attorney Deandra Grant serves as Managing Partner of Deandra Grant Law, operating seven offices throughout Texas. She is recognized as an international speaker specializing in DWI law, forensic science, and trial advocacy.
Education & Advanced Certifications
- Trinity University, San Antonio – Bachelor’s Degree in Business (Finance)
- Southern Methodist University School of Law – Juris Doctor
- University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine – Graduate Certificate in Forensic Toxicology
- University of Florida College of Pharmacy – Master’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Science (Forensic Science Concentration)
Specialized Training & Expert Qualifications
- First Texas attorney to pass Forensic Sobriety Assessment Certification exam
- Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Instructor certification
- Drug Recognition Overview course completion
- Intoxilyzer 5000 operator and maintenance technician training
- ACS-CHAL Forensic Lawyer-Scientist designation (2015)
Forensic Science Credentials
- Forensic Chromatography: Theory & Practice certificates (2011, 2015)
- Forensic Analysis of Solid Drugs certificate (2014)
- Forensic Principles of DUID certificate (2015)
- Axion Analytical Labs – Assistant Chromatography Instructor (2019-present)
- Borkenstein Drug Course – Faculty member (2018-present)
Published Legal Authority
- Primary Author: “The Texas DWI Manual” (James Publishing) – annually updated
- Additional Publications: 18 legal books available on Amazon
- Practice Areas: DWI defense, forensic toxicology, criminal defense
Professional Memberships & Leadership
- DUI Defense Lawyers Association – Charter Member, President-Emeritus, Executive Director
- Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association – Board Member (2007-present), President (2022)
- Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association – Former Board Member (2011-2016)
- American Chemical Society – Member
- American Academy of Forensic Sciences – Member
- International Association of Forensic Toxicology Consultants – Member
- Society of Toxicologists – Member
Awards & Recognition
- D Magazine – Best Lawyers in Dallas (2010-present)
- Fort Worth Magazine – Top Lawyer in Fort Worth
- Texas Super Lawyer (2011-present)
- Best Lawyers in Dallas – Top 10 DWI Lawyers in Dallas
- Texas Top-Rated Lawyers designation
- Best Lawyers in America
Community Involvement
- Living the Doxie Dream Rescue & Sanctuary – Vice President, Royse City, Texas
- Active in fundraising efforts for rescue dog operations
Personal Married to Eric Clendenin (20+ years), mother of Keegan and Rowan.
Visit her firms website at: www.texasdwisite.com