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About Paul
Biography
My practice is dedicated to defending people accused of crimes in Austin and throughout Central Texas. I handle all misdemeanor and felony cases, including DWI/ DUI charges, drug cases, traffic tickets, and assaults (including family violence charges).
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
47%
20 years | 700 cases
DUI and DWI
37%
20 years | 550 cases
Domestic Violence
16%
20 years | 250 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 19 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2006
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Location
Law Office of Paul Holt Walcutt
600 W. 13th Street, Austin, TX, 78701
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Paul Holt Walcutt's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Domestic Violence
Posted by anonymous | February 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
Excellent Lawyer
I was charged with a domestic violence felony for defending myself. Paul got the charges dropped. He is an excellent lawyer and seems to know just about everyone from the judges to the prosecutors to the bailiffs. He even came up to the jail to bail me out on a Saturday morning when he would have oth...
Posted by George | May 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
Terrible - He Need Help
I was referred to this attorney by a friend for a domestic violence charge about a year ago. It was an awful experience. Paul was expensive but my wife and I figured he would be worth it if he got the results that he promised. Unfortunately, after he started talking to the prosecutors he immediate...
Posted by anonymous | January 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
Better Call Paul
I am very pleased with the representation of Mr. Paul Walcutt. I hired Paul as an attorney for my case of Family Violence. I was falsely set up and accused by my ex-wife, Paul understood I was innocent and he fought for me until he could get the charges dismissed through Deferred Prosecution. Paul wa...
Paul Holt Walcutt's Lawyer Endorsements
"Paul is a tenacious defense attorney is Austin, Texas. He zealously represents all of his clients and is equally adept in trial and at the negotiation table. He is an extremely competent lawyer and has a great sense of humor and wit."
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"I endorse Paul. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Paul is a highly-skilled and talented lawyer, respected both in and out of the courthouse. His clients can be sure that he will work tirelessly to get the best results possible. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a criminal defense attorney."
"Paul's intelligence and talent are well known throughout the courthouse, and you can just tell that he really has a heart for his clients. I'm always honored to be mistaken for him."
"Paul is an excellent attorney. Very sharp, diligent, and genuinely cares about his clients. He has a great reputation at the courthouse and among his peers. I wholeheartedly endorse him."
"Mr. Walcutt is an excellent lawyer. I have personally tried cases with him, and I can say without a doubt that he is a trial lawyer in the best sense of the word. He diligently prepares and investigates the case from the beginning, and he is not afraid to go to trial if needed (many lawyers are afraid and will encourage you to plead for that reason). He is always prepared, researches the law, and takes every case seriously."
"Mr. Walcutt is an excellent criminal defense attorney. I highly recommend this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is a skilled, highly respected lawyer in the central Texas legal community. He is knowledgeable both in the law and the local practice in Travis and surrounding counties. I frequently recommend Paul in cases that I am conflicted out of taking (such as a codefendant of a current client of mine)."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Walcutt is a well-qualified and talented attorney. Contact him If you get a DUI or criminal charge in Austin."
"I've never worked with or even met Mr. Walcutt. However, I feel like I know Paul having read a few dozen of his Avvo answers. Paul is a human criminal law wikipedia. He not only answers scores of Avvo questions, he provides a treasure trove of useful information. Paul is one of the best contributors to Avvo, imparting spot on legal wisdom gratis. Never mind who is on top of the Avvo "leader board" or who has more points this month. Paul has mastered his subject and is giving free lessons to the public. His enthusiams for defense and ability to communicate complex legal information to the public makes me confident in recommending his services. I would not hesistate to hire Paul if I was arrested in Austin."
"Mr. Walcutt is very knowledgeable and has an intricate understanding of the law. I do not hesitate in recommending his services and highly suggest that anyone with a criminal matter in Austin give him a call."
"I do not know this lawyer but I have read his answers on this site & find that they are not only correct, but he is very thorough in explaining the law to the questioner. This leads me to believe that he would be a good lawyer to represent an accused (and he did not ask me for this endorsement.)"
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is passionate about what he does and has a reputation for excellence in and out of the courtroom."
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Experience
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Attorney/Owner, Law Office of Paul Holt Walcutt
2006 - 2009
Attorney, Law Office of Betty Blackwell
2006 - 2006
Student Attorney, Tulane Law School Criminal Clinic
2006 - 2006
Immigration Law Clerk, Hispanic Apostolate of New Orleans
2005 - 2006
Student Attorney, University of Texas School of Law Criminal Clinic
2005 - 2005
Summer Law Clerk, Philadelphia Defender Service
2004 - 2004
Law Clerk, Louisiana Capital Assistance Clinic
2004 - 2004
Summer Law Clerk, Montgomery County Office of the Public Defender
Associations
2012 - Present
Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationBoard Member
2006 - Present
Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Texas Young Lawyers AssociationMember
2009 - 2012
College of the State Bar of TexasMember
2008 - 2010
Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationBoard Member
2006 - 2009
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Family Violence Assault - Complete Dismissal
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence - Self Defense/Right to Remove
Case Dismissed
DWI w/ .159 Blood Test - Reduced
Dismissed/Refiled as Obstructing a Highway
Assault Family Violence - Lying Accuser
Dismissed
Attempted Sexual Assault - NO BILLED
No Billed by Grand Jury/Dismissed
DWI - Complete Dismissal
Dismissed
DWI with 0.11 Breath Test - Reduced
Dismissed/Reduced to Obstructing a Highway
Sex Offender Registration Avoided - Deferred Adjudication on Trespass Charge
Deferred Adjudication
Abusive 911 Calls - 4 Charges - DISMISSED
All Charges Dismissed
Assault Family Violence - Accuser Doesn't Tell the Whole Truth
Dismissed
Two Second Degree Felonies Dismissed Before Indictment
Complete Dismissal
Attempted Burglary & Unlawfully Carrying a Weapon - DISMISSED
Complete Dismissal
Shoplifting - DISMISSED
Case Dismissed
DWI 2nd - NOT GUILTY
Not Guilty
DWI - Client Not Driving
Case Dismissed
Marijuana Possession - Not a Usable Quantity
Reduced to lower charge; Client continued on parole
DWI - Dismissed
Case Dismissed
DWI - Operating a Motor Vehicle
Case Dismissed
Indecent Exposure - Not Guilty
Jury Verdict of Not Guilty
Failure to Identify - Dismissed
Case dismissed
.108 Breath Test Case Dismissed
Reduced to lower charge
16 year old Criminally Negligent Homicide case dismissed for Speedy Trial Violation
Dismissal - Speedy Trial Violation
Theft of Property
Dismissed
Sleeping does not necessarily equal intoxication
Dismissal
Family Violence Case
Dismissal
Juvenile Assault Charge Not Warranted
Dismissal
Education
2006
Tulane University
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
Haverford College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
2013 Trial Academy
Pretrial Motions Practice
2009
ACDLA Monthly Meeting
DWI Case Law Update
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I'm on adult probation and can anyone go talk to my probation officer or do I have to sign a consent form first?
24 Oct 2016
Q&A
What does "UNL DEL MAN W/INT SIMULATED C/" and "MAN DEL C/S" mean?
21 Oct 2016
Q&A
How can I be arrested for a warrant unauthorized use of motor vehicle that I have never seen nor driven?
19 Oct 2016