Betty Blackwell

Betty Blackwell

4.4
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 45 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Law Office of Betty Blackwell, 1306 Nueces Street, Austin, TX

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Biography

Practice Areas

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Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 45 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1980

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Betty Blackwell

Law Office of Betty Blackwell, 1306 Nueces Street, Austin, TX, 78701-1722

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Betty Blackwell's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

Posted by Jeff | November 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excpetional lawyer!

Betty is an exceptional lawyer who is reasonably priced and has decades of criminal law experience, especially DWI cases. She was very clear about the possible outcomes with me, and what I could do to help to get the case pled down. Follow her advice! She has been doing this work for decades and ...the experience shows! She also cares for her clients and will go the extra mile for you if you do the work needed! She got my DWI case dismissed!

Posted by Kelley | August 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dismissed DWI

Wow! I couldn't have expected this outcome. I received a charge for a DWI. Betty was referred to me by a former member of the Attorney General's office. He gave me 5 names that he said he would use if he needed these or other services. I interviewed them and hands down, she was the most professi...onal and was clearly interested in helping me and not bragging about her wins. Of the 5, she was in the middle of the price range which also was a good sign to me. Simply, Betty was able to get my case dismissed and will be able to get it expunged from my record. I was told over and over that it's very difficult these days to get these cases dismissed. She went above and beyond in her availability to talk at most any time and her detailed explanations to educate me. Not only did Betty work through Covid to keep me informed by email and via mail with hard copies, she drove the prosecuting attorney to speed up the reviews and in record time. It's worth noting that she said that I did everything she asked timely. I took some classes voluntarily and completed the necessary evaluations. You'll want to do whatever she recommends. I'd like to give her 10 stars - this was totally unexpected.

Posted by jackie | May 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best attorney in Austin!

After being arrested for a dwi and being underage, I hired Betty to be my attorney. Explaining to her the messy situation of my case she made it clear that she was going to do everything she could to help me win. Betty was very honest with me and guided me through this process as someone who has neve...r been in trouble with the law before. My case was very rare and complicated because I was being accused of a dwi. Betty had told me that she has never had a client that had a similar case as me. In the end she helped me win my case. We were able to prove that I was not the driver that night since I had two witnesses that were in the car the night of the arrest who were the designated drivers. The dwi was lowered to only a public intoxication ticket since I was drinking and was underage, and as well winning the drivers license hearing. I am so thankful for what Betty has done for me. Her many years of experience showed and I couldn't be where I am today without her help. I highly recommend you hire her for any criminal defense, dwi or dui case.

Posted by Don | May 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Forget the rest! Betty is the best!!!

Betty went into action from day 1. She kept me informed. Explained the process and options. With 40 years experience, she new all the 411. Simply put, she got things done! Double felonies and a misdemeanor dismissed in just a couple months because she knew what to do and when. She could see the poli...ce were making bogus acusations and grasping at straws.

Posted by Alden | April 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best defense a guy could ask for!

I Hired Betty Blackwell In December of 2017 after I was arrested for driving while intoxicated AND underage. All hope was lost for me until a close friend of mine, who has multiple DWI's recommended her... I must say, I was blown away by her professional, compassionate, and tenacious attitude. I knew... right off the bat that I was in good hands. she was completely willing to work with me and walk me through this horrible process. After all was said and done she put me on track to a complete dismissal of my DWI! Even after I messed up, she was able to get me three chances to get it dismissed and with her and her amazing assistant Anna's help I was able to get through it. If you are currently trying to find a great lawyer and you aren't too sure, please know, this woman is a miracle worker. Let her work a miracle for you! Thank you, Betty Blackwell.

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Betty Blackwell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jarrod Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Betty Blackwell is one of the top lawyers in Texas. She is a true advocate in every sense of the word. Betty is committed to fighting for justice for her clients. I endorse Betty and recommend her to any person in need of a criminal defense attorney."

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John Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Other

"Truly one of THE BEST in Texas. I endorse this lawyer."

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Martin Ben Zimmerman

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Betty Blackwell is the go to person for family violence defense matters."

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M. Miller

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Evan Pierce-Jones

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Betty professionally for over 25 years. Superb criminal defense lawyer. A top leader in the criminal defense bar for many, many years. A recognized authority and author of lawyer's reference books. I could go on. I endorse her wholeheartedly."

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Turner Gassaway

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Good lawyer, good person."

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Richard Jones

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a great lawyer and a good mentor to young lawyers."

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Tyrone Moncriffe

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.betty is an outstanding lawyer , she is a great teacher and presenter. She is highly respected in the legal community as a great fighter"

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Cynthia Henley

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A wonderful, caring woman who has earned the respect of the criminal defense legal community through her work and leadership. An excellent lawyer whom I endorse."

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Samuel Bassett

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Betty is among the best in the State. I have worked with her and observed her work. She works hard and cares about her clients."

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Mario Gintella

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Russell Hunt

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2008

Super Lawyer, Texas Lawyer Magazine

2007

Super Lawyer, Texas Lawyer Magazine

2005

Super Lawyer,

2004

Super Lawyer, Texas Lawyer Magazine

2003

Super Lawyer,

1994

Best Criminal Lawyer, Austin Chronicle

1994

Ambassador Award, Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

1994

Presidential Award of Merit, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

1993

Presidential Award of Merit, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

1992

Best Trial Lawyer, Travis County Women Lawyer's Association

1992

Presidential Award of Merit, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

1990

Presidential Award of Merit, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Work Experience

1992 - 1992

Adjunct Professor, University of Texas School of Law

Associations

2005 - 2008

State Bar Commission for Lawyer Discipline

Chairman

2001 - 2002

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

President

2001 - 2002

Criminal Justice Section of the State Bar of Texas

Chairman

1994 - 1994

Texas Punishment Standards Commission

Appointee

1991 - 1991

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Legislative Chairman

Education

1980

University of Texas School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

Texas A&M University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2008

Criminal Forms and Trial Manual Criminal Forms and Trial Manual
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