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Why Chauntelle?

Harris County grand jury declines to indict Pasadena student in school shooting plot case

“Lopez's attorney, Chauntelle Wood White, said investigators failed to show evidence of a ‘true agreement and an overt act’ regarding the alleged shooting plan.”

A sign outside the grand jury’s courtroom on Thursday, June 29, 2023 in Houston. By Elizabeth Conley/Staff Photographer

— John Wayne Ferguson, Houston Chronicle

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Our Services

    • Public Integrity & Government Crimes

    • Organized Crime

    • Enterprise & Conspiracy

    • Financial & Corporate Crimes

    • Complex Felony Charges – Murder, Money Laundering, Insurance Fraud, Misapplication of Fiduciary Property

    • Financial Crimes 

    • Target Letters

    • Witness Representation

    • Healthcare Fraud

    • Money Laundering

    • RICO 

    • FBI Search Warrant Executions

    • Declination Requests

    • Investigations into alleged fraud, bribery, harassment, and misconduct

    • Advise boards, executives, and special committees facing government scrutiny or crisis events

    • Protect attorney–client privilege and work-product while gathering facts quickly and accurately

    • Coordinate with federal and state agencies to manage exposure and limit enforcement risk

    • Interview key witnesses and employees in a focused, respectful, and disciplined manner

    • Handle whistleblower and retaliation-sensitive matters with discretion and care

    • Navigate multi-jurisdictional issues, including cross-border data and regulatory concerns

  • When the government seizes cash, vehicles, or other property, it often moves fast—and expects you to fall behind. Civil asset forfeiture cases are technical, deadline-driven, and high-stakes. I help clients fight to recover seized property and protect their rights from the start.

    What I handle

    • Seizures tied to traffic stops, searches, or arrests

    • Cash forfeiture, vehicle seizures, and property holds

    • Rapid-response strategy to meet strict deadlines

    • Challenges to probable cause, notice issues, and unlawful searches

    • Negotiation and litigation to recover property efficiently

    • Coordination with parallel criminal matters (when applicable)

    • Breach of contract disputes

    • Business torts (fraud, misrepresentation, interference)

    • Partnership/member disputes and ownership conflicts

    • Litigation strategy, negotiation, and resolution planning

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Why Chauntelle Wood White?

Former prosecutor with 40+ jury trials

I’ve tried more than forty jury trials and know how cases are built—and how to break them. That experience means I’m ready for whatever comes up.

I handle the talking. You get progress.

I speak directly with prosecutors to push for dismissals, reduced charges, or fair plea deals—steady, professional, and focused on results.

Stop trouble before it becomes charges

If agents or police are asking questions, I step in early to protect your rights, deal with law enforcement or the FBI, and work to prevent a case from ever being filed.

Quiet, private representation

Your situation stays confidential. I keep the circle small, filings tight, and deadlines under control to avoid unnecessary attention.

Clear, plain-English updates

No legal jargon. You’ll know what’s happening, what your options are, and what comes next so you can make informed decisions.

Built for court from day one

Trial experience matters. I prepare like we’re going to trial—digging into the evidence, filing strong motions, and building mitigation—so your case holds up and you have leverage.

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Contact us

cwwhite@cwwhitelaw.com
(713) 236-7757

Lyric Tower
440 Louisiana St., STE 905
Houston, TX 77002