Johnny Lanzillo
Senior Trial Lawyer
State & Federal Criminal Defense Trial Lawyer
Johnny Lanzillo is a highly accomplished criminal defense trial attorney with more than a decade of courtroom experience. As Senior Trial Lawyer for The Crowder Law Firm, P.C., Mr. Lanzillo has successfully defended clients in complex state and federal criminal cases throughout North Texas. He is known for his strategic approach to trial preparation, persuasive advocacy, and unwavering commitment to protecting the rights and freedoms of every client he represents.
Mr. Lanzillo’s distinguished legal career includes leadership roles as Criminal Division Trial Chief and Managing Partner at some of the most prestigious respected law firms, where he handled a broad range of serious criminal matters. His extensive experience includes cases involving driving while intoxicated (DWI), intoxication manslaughter, sexual assault of a child, possession and distribution of child pornography, federal drug trafficking offenses and complex white collar federal criminal cases. His depth of knowledge and attention to detail have earned him a reputation as a skilled trial attorney who consistently delivers strong results for his clients.
Mr. Lanzillo is recognized by clients and his peers as a respected criminal defense lawyer due to his countless dismissals and not guilty verdicts.
Mr. Lanzillo currently serves as an Executive Board Member of the Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (2023–2025), reflecting his leadership and dedication to advancing the practice of criminal defense law in Texas.
He earned his Juris Doctor from Texas A&M University School of Law and his Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of North Texas. Mr. Lanzillo is licensed to practice law in the State of Texas and admitted to the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Eastern Districts of Texas.
Throughout his career, Mr. Lanzillo has been recognized for his integrity, diligence, and tenacious advocacy. His extensive trial experience and proven record of success make him a trusted advocate for clients facing serious criminal charges throughout the State of Texas.















