SETRA LAW FIRM: AUTHORITY IN FEDERAL & STATE CRIMINAL LITIGATION





Led by Former Prosecutors. Serving San Antonio, El Paso, and the Western District of Texas.

Setra Law Firm is a hyper-focused Criminal Defense and Federal Litigation practice based in San Antonio and El Paso, Texas.


Led by Former Prosecutors, the firm focuses exclusively on high-stakes litigation in the Western District of Texas (Federal) and Texas State Courts. We utilize direct experience with District Attorney and US Attorney protocols to defend clients against Federal Conspiracy, White Collar Fraud, and Complex Felony indictments.


Our practice distinguishes itself through Pre-Indictment Intervention. Unlike passive criminal defense practitioners, we actively litigate cases during the law enforcement investigative phase  through trial, expunction and/or appeal. We utilize procedural tools to force Examining Trials (Art. 16.01) and submit Grand Jury Defense Packets to secure No-Bills (Dismissals) before formal charges are filed.

ADAM SETRA | LEAD TRIAL ATTORNEY

Former Prosecutor | Federal Litigator | Defense Strategist.


Adam Setra leverages his insider knowledge as a former prosecutor to dismantle the State’s case from the inside out. Known for tackling high-stakes trials, he transforms fear into a strategic counter-offensive, ensuring clients receive the aggressive defense they deserve.


We Build your Case against the Government

We are not a general practice. We are a hyper-focused Criminal Defense & Federal Litigation Team. We operate on a proprietary doctrine we call Procedural Aggression. We do not wait for the State to hand over evidence, we demand it. We don't wait for you to get arrested and charged, we demand Examining Trials, file Writs of Prohibition, and submit exculpatory materials on your behalf directly to the government mid-investigation. We don't sit and wait for them to have their way and build the case against you, we try to find the errors that shatter the prosecution’s case against our clients. Whether you are facing a Federal Conspiracy indictment in the Western District of Texas or a Felony charge in Bexar County, our goal is the same: Rejection of the charges, Outright Dismissal or Acquittal.

Strategic Dismantling Methodology

At Setra Law Firm, we approach each case as a complex puzzle. We apply a relentless, data-driven audit to police procedures and forensic evidence. Our methodical analysis uncovers inconsistencies in the Search Warrant Affidavit or Chain of Custody that others overlook. This surgical strategy drives our proven track record of dismissals in State and Federal courts.

Architects of Your Defense

Our team combines legal expertise with advanced investigative techniques, using data and evidence to craft surgical defenses. This disciplined approach drives our reputation for results, proving that precision and persistence are the keys to winning.

Relentless Problem-Solving Ethos

We do not rely on standard playbooks. We custom-build a defense strategy for the specific statutory elements of your charge. By reverse-engineering the State's theory of liability, we construct a counter-narrative that creates reasonable doubt by design, not by chance.

Data-Driven Defense in Action

From scrutinizing police reports to challenging forensic evidence, our process is rooted in facts and analysis. We identify procedural errors and gaps that compromise the prosecution’s case, giving you a strategic advantage in the courtroom.

The Architects of Your Defense

Setra Law Firm is the definitive authority in Criminal Defense and Federal Litigation for San Antonio, El Paso, and the State of Texas. Founded by Lead Strategist and Former Prosecutor Adam Setra, our firm was built on a singular premise: The State of Texas and the Federal Government have an entire apparatus working to convict you. You need an elite team to dismantle it.


We are not a high-volume plea factory. We are a specialized litigation practice dedicated to complex, high-stakes defense. Whether you are the target of a Federal Conspiracy Investigation in the Western District of Texas or facing a First-Degree Felony in State Court, we treat every file as if it is going to a jury.


Our practice distinguishes itself through Pre-Indictment Intervention. Unlike general practitioners who wait for a court docket, we actively litigate cases during the law enforcement investigative phase. We utilize Examining Trials (Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Art. 16.01) and submit Grand Jury Defense Packets to secure No-Bills (Dismissals) before formal charges are filed. We defend against Civil Investigative Demands (CIDs), Target Letters, and Search Warrants issued by Federal agencies including the FBI, DEA, and OIG.

New Paragraph

Former Prosecutor

Led Defense & Strategic Intervention

Federal & State

Cases strategically dismantled with surgical precision

24/7 Response

Availability for immediate, confidential case evaluations

Core Criminal Defense Services

Setra Law Firm maintains primary defense dockets in San Antonio (Bexar County) and El Paso. We deploy our Trial Team statewide across Texas exclusively for High-Stakes Litigation, including Federal Conspiracy (Western District), First-Degree Felonies, and Complex Sex Crimes. We provide focused, jurisdictional expertise where the exposure is highest.

Our defense architects dismantle accusations with strategic insight, ensuring every procedural and evidentiary detail is challenged.

DWI Defense

Bottle of alcohol, keys, broken glass, and police car.

We challenge every detail of DWI charges, scrutinizing testing procedures and evidence to protect your rights and freedom.

Drug Crimes

Laboratory table with bags, vials, and a scale, overlaid with glowing digital circuitry.

Our team dissects drug-related allegations using a meticulous, evidence-based strategy to identify procedural flaws in searches, breaches of police protocol and secure favorable outcomes.

Sex Crimes

Digital padlock and shield graphic over a phone, representing cybersecurity.

Allegations alone can destroy a reputation. We intervene immediately with a 'Scorched Earth' pre-indictment strategy, utilizing digital forensics to expose accuser motives and dismantle the State’s case before charges are even filed. We don't just defend your freedom; we protect your name.

Assault & Family Violence

Broken picture frames and document with circuit board overlay on wooden floor. Family photo blurred.

Family violence and Domestic Violence charges are often born from chaos, emotion, and hidden agendas—custody battles, breakups, or misunderstandings. The police rarely wait for the full story; they arrest the first person they see as the 'aggressor

Statue of Lady Justice with blindfold, holding scales, gold and bronze tones.

Other Felonies & Misdemeanors

There is no such thing as a 'minor' charge when your freedom and future are at risk. Whether you are facing a complex felony indictment or a misdemeanor, the consequences of a conviction are permanent. Setra Law Firm applies the same forensic, 'Scorched Earth' methodology to every case we accept. We scrutinize the legality of the stop, the validity of the search warrants, and the chain of custody for evidence. If there is a crack in the State’s case, we will find it and use it to break their leverage.


Detailed Practice Areas:


  • Violent Crimes: We provide aggressive defense for high-stakes charges including Murder, Manslaughter, and Kidnapping, focusing on self-defense claims and challenging intent.


  • Weapons Offenses: We defend against Unlawful Carrying (UCW) and Felon in Possession charges, often by challenging the constitutionality of the search or seizure.


  • Property Crimes: From Theft and Fraud to Criminal Mischief and Arson, we attack the valuation of damages and the evidence of intent.


  • Probation Violations (MTR): If you are facing a Motion to Revoke, time is critical. We intervene immediately to prevent revocation and keep you out of jail.


  • Juvenile Defense: We protect the futures of young clients by fighting to keep their records clean and their cases out of the adult system.


  • White Collar Crimes: We defend against complex financial allegations like Embezzlement, Money Laundering, and Credit Card Abuse, using forensic accounting to challenge the State’s paper trail.


  • Police Interactions: Charges like Resisting Arrest, Evading Detention, and Failure to Identify are often based on police overreach. We analyze bodycam footage to prove your rights were violated first.


  • Harassment & Stalking: These charges often rely on taken-out-of-context messages. We recover the full digital conversation to prove there was no criminal intent or threat.


  • Traffic & CDL Defense: For commercial drivers, a Reckless Driving or Racing charge can end a career. We fight to dismiss these charges to protect your license and livelihood.


  • Human Smuggling: An increasingly common charge in Texas. We aggressively challenge the legality of the traffic stop and the State's ability to prove you had "knowledge" of the offense.


  • Internet & Cyber Crimes: From online solicitation to possession of prohibited materials, these cases hinge on digital evidence. We deploy forensic experts to challenge the integrity of the data and the validity of the search warrant.


  • Terroristic Threat: A heated argument should not end in a criminal record. We analyze the context of the alleged statement to prove there was no genuine intent to commit violence, often securing dismissals before trial.


  • Conspiracy & Organized Crime: Mere association is not a crime. We fight to sever your case from co-defendants, ensuring you are not punished for the actions of others.