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Experienced Representation Across South Texas

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Whether you are facing serious criminal charges or recovering from a severe accident, navigating the legal system can feel overwhelming. Law Office of Rolando D. Cantu provides dedicated legal representation for clients across McAllen, Hidalgo County, and the Rio Grande Valley.

Attorney Rolando D. Cantu is a former Assistant District Attorney for Hidalgo County and a former Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of Texas. Because he was raised in the Rio Grande Valley, he maintains deep roots in this community. He pairs this local connection with a thorough understanding of the courts, prosecutors, and legal procedures that can impact your case.

We offer free consultations, 24/7 availability, and virtual meetings via phone, Zoom, FaceTime, or Skype, so distance is never a barrier to experienced legal representation. Call (956) 594-5607 or contact us online to get started.

Cities and Communities We Serve

Law Office of Rolando D. Cantu proudly serves clients throughout the Rio Grande Valley, including:

McAllen
Edinburg
Mission
Pharr
Hidalgo
San Juan
Alamo
Weslaco
Mercedes
Harlingen
Brownsville
Roma
Rio Grande City
Laredo

If your city is not listed above, contact us directly. Attorney Cantu serves clients throughout South Texas and can discuss your situation in a free, confidential consultation.

Representation in State & Federal Courts

Legal matters in South Texas frequently cross jurisdictional lines. We practice extensively in both Texas state courts and the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas.

If you are facing a criminal matter, we can defend your constitutional rights, whether your case is filed locally in Hidalgo County or federally in the McAllen Division. For our personal injury clients, we actively pursue claims against negligent parties and their insurance companies regardless of where your accident occurred within the Valley.

Having an attorney with prior experience as both a local and federal prosecutor offers a distinct advantage in the courtroom. We have direct familiarity with the judges, court staff, and opposing counsel across the region. We use this institutional knowledge to build stronger, more effective legal strategies for every client we represent, no matter which city they call home.

Contact Law Office of Rolando D. Cantu for a Free Consultation

Whether you are facing criminal charges or recovering from a serious injury, Law Office of Rolando D. Cantu is ready to help. We serve clients across the Rio Grande Valley and Hidalgo County with the same level of personal attention and aggressive advocacy in every case.

We can help you understand your options and fight for your future in both English and Spanish. Call (956) 594-5607 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation with an attorney who is prepared to fight for you.

Rolando Cantu

Native to the Rio Grande Valley, Rolando Cantu was born in Weslaco, Texas, and raised in Mercedes, Texas. He attended the University of Texas-Pan American. Through his hard work and diligence, he received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science. Driven by his passion for becoming a qualified and licensed lawyer by profession, Rolando Cantu continued his studies with zeal and focus at Thurgood Marshall School of Law-Texas Southern University. He graduated Cum Laude and successfully earned his Juris Doctorate Degree, before becoming a licensed lawyer in 2006.

Upon earning his J.D., he was hired by the Thirteenth District Court of Appeals to serve as a Briefing Attorney to Chief Justice Rogelio Valdez. Rolando Cantu was a valuable addition. He performed in-depth research and drafted hundreds of opinions for both civil and criminal appellate matters. This further contributed to his practical understanding of State law.

His passion for criminal defense got him the opportunity to serve as an Assistant District Attorney for the County of Hidalgo. He served for eight years, where he prosecuted hundreds of cases, including capital murder, aggravated robbery, assault, burglary of a habitation, felony theft, sexual offenses, intoxicated assault, and driving while intoxicated. Most recently, Rolando Cantu served as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of Texas-McAllen Division.

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Attorney Rolando D. Cantu brings more than 15 years of experience handling complex state and federal criminal cases, giving clients seasoned guidance when the stakes are highest.
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With experience as both a state and federal prosecutor, the Law Office of Rolando D. Cantu brings insider knowledge of how the justice system works, helping clients build stronger, more strategic defenses.