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I am dedicated to criminal defense. Representing the accused in a criminal case comprises 100% of my practice. My professional objectives are to know the law, honor the facts and afford each client the best possible legal representation.
My experience in the field of Criminal Defense sets me apart from the rest. My entire dedication to being solely a Criminal Defense Attorney allows for my depth of knowledge in the area of criminal law to be what you need to get the best outcome for your case. Winning your criminal case does not always mean charges will be dropped, but as a Criminal Defense Attorney, my goal is to provide the best representation to all of my clients in order to get them the best outcome possible. I strive to uphold the Constitutional rights of all of my clients and create a trusting relationship that will ensure your criminal case is in the hands of the right Criminal Defense Attorney.
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605 W 14th St, Austin, TX, 78701
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Posted by Barbara | April 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
WONDERFUL OUTCOME!!
Mr Blackburn has my highest gratitude for taking our case. Others had turned us away. He believed us and he fought for us against all odds. Our outcome was greater than we had hoped for as he had to reverse previous happenings in our case. I couldn't possibly express how truly grateful I am for f...
Posted by Brenda | April 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
They did the impossible!!
Blackburn Betts was a godsend for our family. We couldn't have fought "the system" without their expertise, tenacity and the love of law this office possess to achieve justice for their clients. We are truly eternally grateful for the outcome of our case and want to shout the praises of Mr. Betts and...
Posted by Brian | October 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Outstanding representation
I hired Mr. Blackburn to help me out whenever I got a motion to revoke my probation. He got me out of jail within 24 hrs and represented me with the upmost expertise and fiduciary. Thanks to him I was able to continue on my probation and get my case out of the courts. I highly recommend this attorn...
Posted by Cheri | October 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The best!
If you ever find yourself in a position of needing a criminal defense attorney Ben Blackburn is the one to use. His professionalism, knowledge, skill, highly effective communication level, and caring personality make an undesirable situation much easier To cope with. His whole office is extremely co...
Posted by Nicholas | February 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Mind blowing!!
Walking into court I was worried! Then I met these two on my way to sign a guilty plea . They sat me down showing great interest in my case talking me out of signing the plea deal . Instead they wanted to fight my case . Well it wasn’t much of a fight the state folded and dismissed my case . Even aft...
"When I was a Travis County prosecutor, I had many cases against Ben where he was the attorney on the other side. And every time, I knew I was in for a fight. He's on my short list of go-to defense attorneys in Austin."
"I have referred clients to Ben's law firm. Those clients received great representation and results!"
"I endorse Ben. He is a hard worker and he knows how to get the job done. Very efficient and he knows the courthouse in and out."
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2011
Austin Award, Austin Award
2005
Presidential Sholar, University of Texas
2014 - Present
Attorney, Blackburn Betts PLLC
2007 - Present
Managing Partner, Blackburn & Vargas Law firm
2005 - 2007
Attorney, Boyd & Associates
2004 - 2005
Investigator, Akin Investigations
2001 - 2001
Clerk, Federal Reserve Bank of San Antonio
2000 - 2000
Clerk, United States Senate
2009 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2006 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
Dismissed
2005
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
2001
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2000
2001
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13 Feb 2019