Paul Sims Colley Jr.

Paul Sims Colley Jr.

also known as Paul Colley, Jr.

4.3
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 44 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accident

7500 Rialto Blvd., Suite 1-225, Austin, TX

About Paul

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Car Accident 40%

45 years | 5,000 cases

40%
Personal Injury 40%

Car accidents, motorcycle accidents, Negligence, Products liability, Medical malpractice

45 years | 5,000 cases

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 44 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1981

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Colley Firm, P.C.

7500 Rialto Blvd., Suite 1-225, Austin, TX, 78735

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Paul Sims Colley Jr.'s Reviews

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4.3 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mark | November 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

A Bulldog

Paul is a phenomenal attorney. He took my tough, bungled case when others wouldn't touch it. He listened. He believed my interpretation of the limited facts we started with and worked through the distortions and misinformation from the other side to craft an indisputable case of negligence. During fr...ustrating periods of almost daily exchange, he was a steady source of counsel, wisdom and experience. It took longer than either wanted but he successfully settled with multiple defendants, securing 15X what others had advised me to accept. Today, I am pleased to count him as a friend. A plaintiff in need of quality representation will be in good hands with Paul Colley.

Posted by anonymous | June 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Would not use him again!

I was very confident when I finally decided I wanted Paul Colley to represent me in my accident negotiations. From day one, they did not keep me informed, they had staff turnover so I never knew who to call, and my case seemed to be on the back burner for over 2 years! I had to keep calling them fo...r updates, and I was not happy with my settlement, but didn't want to waste any more time dealing with this attorney. I would suggest not using Paul Colley! He never took my case seriously!

Posted by John | December 14, 2012 | Car Accidents

Caring and competent

Paul is a remarkable individual. I know attorneys have a bad name but this one is an exception. He took care of our bills while we were fighting for our rights. Drunk drivers should be penalized for what they do and that's exactly what Paul did in our behalf. We got our settlement and now we're movin...g on with our lives with a fresh start. He is caring, will listen to you as a human being and not as a money opportunity. The guy is solid.

Posted by Sue | September 24, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Recommend Paul Colley Jr.

I hired Paul Colley to handle my accident case. He and his staff were highly efficient, very reliable and attentive to details. We settled out of court and I'm very satisfied with the end results. I highly recommend his services. Sue Seward Entrepreneur

Posted by Ernest | July 05, 2012 | Workers Compensation

Got after my boss

I was injured at work and my boss didn't have any workers comp. Mr. Colley helped me with my claims and medical bills and got me back to work. Man, he was awesome and if you need a lawyer, call him.

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Paul Sims Colley Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Paul. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Richard Davis

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Paul Colley for more than 30 years. We practiced in the same town for approximately 20 of those years and I handled several cases as the opposing lawyer. We tried several cases against each other to a jury verdict. Paul is one of the finest trial lawyers I know. He knows the law, is always well-prepared and makes outstanding presentations to the jury. If a family member or good friend had a personal injury case and needed a lawyer to represent them, I would not hesitate to refer them to Paul. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me."

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Michael Patterson

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is quite simply one of the best trials lawyers in Texas. Juries love him. Without any reservation, I highly recommend Paul to anyone in need of a trial attorney."

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Kelly Weiss

Litigation lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Paul has an ability to make people comfortable when working through difficult and adversial situations. He is a very effective advocate who conducts himself in a manner which makes his client feel well protected without creating acrimony with the defendant or defense lawyers."

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Matthew Chaney

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Paul and worked closely with him for several years now. Paul is a savvy, experienced, and well rounded attorney who is always looking out for his client's best interests. He is also very talented trial attorney."

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Charles Duane Cowan

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2019

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Texas Super Lawyers, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine

2008

Texas Super Lawyers, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine

2007

Texas Super Lawyers, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine

2003

Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers

2001

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1991

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1989

Board Certified - Personal Injury Trial Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Owner/attorney, Colley Firm, P.C.

2010 - 2017

Partner, Colley & Colley, LLP

2001 - 2010

Owner, Paul Colley, Jr. & Associates

1998 - 2001

Partner, Bailey & Colley, LLP

1991 - 1998

Partner, Colley & Ewert, PC

1986 - 1989

Partner, Wellborn, Houston, Adkison, Mann, Sadler & Colley

1981 - 1986

Attorney, Grainger & Patterson Law Firm

Associations

1998 - Present

American Board of Trial Advocates

Member

1998 - Present

American Board of Trial Advocates, TEX-Abota

Member

1985 - Present

Texas Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1984 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Oil Field Accident/Serious Injury

Settled for seven figure amount

Medical Negligence/MRSA Infection

Settle during trial

Breast Implant Litigation

Settled

Products liability Case/Truck Defect

Settled

Medical Negligence/Birth Injury

Settled

Motorcycle Accident/Death

Jury verdict in favor of victim's widow. Judgment of over $1 Million Dollars

Toxic Tort/Lung Exposure

Trials/Settlement

Wrongful Death/Oilfield Accident

Settle during trial

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Education

1981

Baylor University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

Stephen F. Austin State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Advanced Mediator Training

Importance of Opening Session

2004

ETMC Medical Association-Tyler, Texas

Medical Negligence and Tort Reform in Texas

1998

Insurance Adjusters Association of Texas

Adjusting Personal Injury Claims

Publications

2010

Thunder Roads Magazine Author

Languages

Spanish

English

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