Kendall Castello has established himself as a respected leader in the North Texas criminal justice community, bringing decades of high-level prosecutorial and administrative experience to his role at MC Criminal Law. Since co-founding the firm, Kendall has played a central role in building its reputation for strategic, results-driven defense, drawing on his deep understanding of how cases are evaluated and prosecuted at every level.
Before transitioning to criminal defense, Kendall served as Administrative Chief at the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office, where he oversaw multiple felony district courts, the family violence division, and the child abuse division, while managing a $49 million budget. His leadership during that time earned him recognition from his peers as Administrator of the Year in 2016. Kendall has extensive trial experience, having taken a wide range of cases to jury verdict, including capital murder, murder, drug, and family violence offenses.
Kendall remains actively involved in the legal community and previously served as Criminal Law Chair of the Dallas Bar Association, reflecting both his leadership and the respect he has earned among judges, prosecutors, and defense attorneys throughout North Texas. His ability to navigate complex cases and maintain strong professional relationships continues to be a defining strength in his practice.
He received his undergraduate degree with honors in Biblical Text from Abilene Christian University and earned his juris doctor from Southern Methodist University’s Dedman School of Law.
Kendall Castello was an amazing attorney who helped me get through my case and situation. He worked hard and ultimately got my charges reduced so I can leave it in the past and move forward with my life. I highly recommend Mr. Castello and am truly grateful for the tremendous help I received.
Nothing but the best! Truly, the work done by Mr. Castello and his team is EXEMPLARY! Everyone was very nice throughout this experience dealing with a tough situation in my life. I couldn’t have asked for better representation from any other lawyer. Mr. Castello was awesome!
Not only did Kendall provide exceptional customer service, but he also proved to be extremely effective and efficient in handling my case. His expertise and attention to detail were apparent throughout the entire process, leading to a successful outcome in a timely manner.
Kendall is one of the best attorneys I have ever worked with. He worked hard for my son’s case. He was always communicating with us, and if he wasn’t available, his staff was always there. If you ever need help, call him. He’s your #1 guy when you’re in trouble. Thank you, Kendall!
Very stand-up attorney. You want somebody who will speak for you and fight. Kendall is the way to go. Very professional and communicative.
Kendall treated me with respect and made the whole process very easy and worry-free. He can’t guarantee a dismissal, but he can guarantee that he will fight to get you the best possible results. If I ever find myself in a predicament again, he will be the first person I’ll call.
Hiring Kendall Castello was the best decision I made. He worked tirelessly on my case and helped me avoid prison time. Kendall is a straight shooter and answered my questions without making false promises. I’m beyond grateful for his help and would recommend him to anyone who needs a strong and compassionate defense attorney.
