About Christian
Christian F — Capitaine is a seasoned criminal defense attorney based in Houston, Texas. He has been licensed to practice law in Texas since 2001, holding bar card number 24031911. He earned his Juris Doctor with honors from the University of Texas School of Law in 2001. Prior to law school, he graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Houston in 1998. After completing his legal education, Mr.
Capitaine began his career at Baron and Budd in Dallas, focusing on civil litigation. He later joined Haynes and Boone in Houston, where he gained experience in international arbitration. In 2002, he transitioned to criminal law as an Assistant District Attorney with the Harris County District Attorney’s Office, handling both misdemeanor and felony cases. During his tenure, he achieved a notable record, never losing a felony jury or court trial. In 2005, Mr.
Capitaine co-founded Capitaine, Shellist, Peebles & McAlister L.L.P., focusing on criminal defense. He has represented clients in serious charges, including capital murder, intoxication manslaughter, aggravated robbery, and aggravated assault. His firm is located at 1210 W Clay St, Suite 12, Houston, TX 77019. Mr. Capitaine is a member of the Texas State Bar and is eligible to practice in Texas.
He is fluent in Spanish — As a result, the attorney can serve clients. His dedication to criminal defense has earned him a reputation for aggressive and proactive representation. For those seeking legal assistance in criminal matters, Mr. Capitaine offers consultations and can be reached at (832) 618-7831.
