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The State Bar's Lawyer Referral & Information Service matches callers with a lawyer for up to a 30 minute consultation for no more than $20. Call (800) 252-9690, weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Spanish is available. State Bar details.
Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents. Taylor County is in its service area. 500 Chestnut St, Suite 901, Abilene. (325) 677-8591. The intake line for all offices is (888) 529-5277. Office list.
Many personal injury lawyers offer a free first consultation because they work on contingency. Family law, criminal defense and estate planning lawyers more often charge a consultation fee. Ask about cost when you call, and get any fee agreement in writing.
Texas justice courts hear small claims up to $20,000, and you can file without an attorney. Taylor County has justice of the peace courts that hear these cases.
Active duty service members and their families at Dyess AFB can often get free help with wills, powers of attorney and some civil questions from the base legal office. Check eligibility before paying for routine documents.
Most Abilene civil, family and felony cases are heard in the Taylor County district courts at the courthouse on Oak Street. Your attorney will know which court fits your case.
| Court | Location |
|---|---|
| 42nd District Court | Taylor County Courthouse, 300 Oak St, Suite 401 |
| 104th District Court | Taylor County Courthouse, 300 Oak St, Suite 402 |
| 326th District Court | Taylor County Courthouse, 300 Oak St, Suite 403 |
| 350th District Court | Taylor County Courthouse, 300 Oak St, Suite 404 |
Court list from TexasLawHelp.org. Check any attorney's license free on the State Bar of Texas website, and read our guide to looking up a Texas attorney.
Crashes on I-20, the Winters Freeway, Loop 322 and US-277 are a common reason Abilene residents look for a lawyer. Texas generally allows two years to file an injury lawsuit, and claims involving a city vehicle can require written notice within six months or less.
Divorce, custody and child support cases in Taylor County are filed in district court. Ask any attorney about their experience with Taylor County family cases and how they bill.
If you are charged with a crime, ask any attorney how many cases like yours they have handled recently. If you cannot afford a lawyer, ask the court about appointed counsel at your first appearance.
Probate, wills and land title questions are common across Taylor County and the Big Country. Ask whether the attorney charges a flat fee for wills or estate plans.
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