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William Kent Paschal

Criminal defense Attorney at Amarillo, TX

5.0   37 reviews

also known as Kent Paschal


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About William

Learn William’s areas of practice.

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Practice area
  1. Criminal defense
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    Illegal Drug Trafficking & Money Laundering cases.

    42 years, 2,000 cases

I am a criminal defense lawyer with over thirty-nine years experience in criminal law litigation. The focus of my practice is on defending individuals accused of possessing or trafficking illegal drugs.

Most of my cases arise from traffic stops in Carson County, Dallam County, Hartley County, Moore County & Oldham County.

I practice in State and Federal Court in Texas.

When I take time off to refresh my spirit, you will generally find me hiking somewhere in Colorado.

Photos and videos

Hiking in the Indian Peaks Wilderness
Hiking in the Indian Peaks Wilderness
Hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park
Licensed for 41 years
State TX
Status Eligible to Practice in Texas
Acquired 1981
Updated 01/21/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Amarillo, TX, 79109

Reviews

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Posted by Ilya | May 30, 2022
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Fantastic Lawyer!
Mr. Paschal was an absolutely awesome lawyer. I was charged with a 2nd degree felony possession of marijuana and not being a US citizen i was very concerned. Mr. Paschal was able to have me plead to a lesser non drug misdemeanor charge and i was placed on 2 years of deferred probation which after competing 1 year he was able to get me off and the case against me has been dismissed. He is very knowledgeable with the laws and i would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone in a similar situation.
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Posted by Milford | December 16, 2020
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Thanks Mr. Paschal
My daughter was arrested for possession of marijuana. She is 21 and currently attending college. When I got the call from her saying she was in jail, my heart sank. Of course, I was concerned about her safety, but I was really worried this would have a negative impact on her life. A local attorney friend of mine found Mr. Paschal through the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. She put us in contact with him and we were impressed with him during our initial conference. After we hired him, he worked what I consider a miracle. My daughter was allowed to participate in a diversion program where formal charges were not filed against her. She now has the chance to keep this off of her record. Mr. Paschal is a true professional. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney.
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Posted by Matthew | November 17, 2020
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Above and beyond
Mr. Paschal took care of everything. He got my charges reduced and helped make sure it wouldn’t wind up on my record! If you’ve hired him, then you’ve made a great choice. If you’re considering it, then do yourself a favor and retain his services.
Posted by Roger | November 15, 2020
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So Thankful!!!
I was facing felony drug charges...very scary!! I researched and decided on Mr. Paschal to represent me. I'm so thankful for that decision! He is a true professional in every aspect of what you would expect from a top tier attorney. I went from felony drug charges to misdemeanor probation and eventually charges dropped. I would recommend Mr. Paschal to anyone. I'm so thankful for what he did for me.
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Posted by Yoon | September 17, 2020
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THE BEST OF THE BEST!!
Kent Paschal got me Pretrial Diversion and Case Dismissal!! I was charged with a DRUG FELONY and I thought my life was over. This wasn't some petty felony. This was a huge felony. Having a criminal felony record would've destroyed my chances of ever getting a job, housing, college acceptance, scholarships, school financial aid, and also an automatic disqualification from being a citizen. A drug felony is also a 100% deportable offense. I was so scared and diligently did my homework for almost 4 months, searched for the best criminal defense lawyer, and literally read every single review for almost 50 lawyers in the area. I also looked on each website and the one that resonated the most with me was Kent Paschal's website bc under his profile I read "I know the people. I know the judges. I know the prosecutors. I can help." I also found a conversation thread on Reddit where a former client of Kent Paschal chose him bc he heard that this lawyer was the best of the best. The former client also explained his felony charge situation and it was even worse than mine, and that he had his case dismissed. Once I read that last part, I knew that Kent Paschal was the best lawyer for my situation. Kent was incredibly knowledgeable and was more than just a lawyer to me. He became my friend. I can't even describe how grateful I am for what this man has done for me. He never quit on me and fought a very tough fight. This was not an easy task bc I was charged with a major drug felony. Again, a DRUG FELONY! With his experience, knowledge, and creativity he was somehow able to finesse a strong case to the prosecutor for a pre-trial diversion and case dismissal result. I still can't believe how he beat this case for me. Kent Paschal truly is the best of the best. PERIOD!!
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Posted by Trent | July 21, 2020
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Many Thanks
Mr. Paschal represented me in a THC case in Texas. He arraigned for me to participate in a pre-trial diversion program. When I completed the program, the case was dismissed. I never had to go to court. I was not on probation. I spent no time in jail. I am thrilled with this result. Thanks so much Kent.
Posted by Robby P | October 6, 2019
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Top Ten Lawyer
I can't find the words to tell you how good this guy is. He was able to get my case dismissed. I almost fell over when he called with the good news. He is very professional and very determined to get the best result. He certainly did for me.
Posted by anonymous | September 30, 2019
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Miracle worker
Kent paschal saved me from a despicable violation of my civil rights and liberties and police misconduct by the Texas Highway Patrol. 10 out of 5 stars would highly recommend him if you are in the same position.
Posted by RJS | June 13, 2019
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Case Reduced to Misdemeanor - Wow
I was arrested in Texas for possession of marijuana. Kent was able to get my case reduced from a felony to a misdemeanor. I am so happy with the work he did for me.
Posted by C Wilson | January 23, 2019
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Phenomenal Lawyer
Mr Paschal has integrity. Anytime an attorney tells you there going to do something and follows through every time isn't just a great lawyer he's a great man. I am grateful for his expertise and would recommend him to anyone going through what I did. Most importantly his personal attention to my situation made me feel more like a friend than a client. C Wilson
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Posted by Theresa | January 9, 2019
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Very Pleased
I am grateful my daughter had Kent as her attorney. He was very professional and always took the time to address our questions and concerns. We were very please with the outcome of Dani's case. I highly recommend his services.
Posted by Alec | June 26, 2018
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Always fighting for me
Kent went above and beyond to help me out of a very difficult situation. He was always there to answer my questions and give me advise. He was honest and confident in his opinions about my case. I always felt like he was truly fighting for me. I am very pleased with the outcome and highly recommend him.
Posted by Tate | April 6, 2018
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Very Grateful
I was impressed with Kent from the very beginning. He took time to answer my questions about my case, putting my mind at ease. He encouraged me to call him any time I had questions or concerns. He returned my phone calls and responded to my emails promptly. He was professional and courteous. He was always there for me. I am not sure I could have made it through this trying time without Kent.
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Posted by J | March 25, 2018
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Amazing
Mr. Paschal was easy to work with and he gave me hope all would work out in the end. I recommend him to anyone looking for a highly respected attorney who can deliver in the courtroom. You will feel you are in good hands when he is fighting for you.
Posted by Cooper | February 22, 2018
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Great Lawyer - Great Result
Mr. Paschal helped me out of a really bad situation. He kept me informed and was very responsive to my calls and email. I always talked to him directly, not his staff. He was honest with me, provided options on how best to proceed and worked hard to achieve a good result for me. I am so grateful for his efforts.
Posted by Aaron | February 5, 2018
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Putting it back together
I thought my life was falling apart. I made a terrible mistake and agreed to transport marijuana from the west coast to the east coast. I thought it would be an easy way to make some money. I was wrong, I got caught and spent one long night in jail. I hired Mr. Paschal to represent me. He helped me out of a really bad situation. I recommend you give him a call if you need a criminal attorney.
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Posted by Sydney | December 14, 2017
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Seasoned Lawyer
I hired Mr. Paschal to represent me in a drug possession case. He was a pleasure to work wth and I was very impressed with the way he handled my case. He is a seasoned criminal defense lawyer. I highly recommend him.
Posted by Nikki | November 11, 2017
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Worked Wonders
My son was arrested in northern Texas for the offense of possession of a controlled substance. He had been in Colorado and had edibles in his backpack when he was stopped for speeding. After talking to several attorneys I found Mr. Paschal's website. I was impressed with what I saw and decided to call Mr. Paschal. We talked for over thirty minutes and he answered all of my questions. After visiting with my husband, we decided to hire Mr. Paschal to represent our son. Best decision we have made in a long time. Mr. Paschal was able to get our son's case dismissed. I highly recommend Mr. Paschal. He did a wonderful job for my son.
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Posted by Robert | October 26, 2017
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Magical
I interviewed three other attorneys until I found Kent Paschal. He had great reviews and came highly recommended by my bail bond company. (They see him in action everyday) . The other attorneys all said I'd be getting time to do just how much was the question. I also had a complicated situation . Kent Paschal is an influential and above average attorney. He handled my case like a pro. He got my case dismissed. I'm still in disbelief at the moment but it's true. If you want to be represented by the best do not hesitate to choose Kent Paschal. I greatly appreciate what he did for me and family.
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Posted by Joellyn | March 16, 2017
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Great Lawyer!!!
Kent is the best lawyer you can have on your side. We hired him to represent my son on a big case, big case, could have meant prison time. My son did not even appear in court one time and the case was dismissed! Dismissed!! We could not have asked or prayed for a better outcome. Kent kept me posted all the way through, and what we thought might take years, years mind you, only took a handful of months! I cannot tell you how relieve we are and to know that Kent stood by us every step of the way was gratefully reassuring! Would recommend him to anyone! Thanks Kent!!
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Cost

Rates
  • Free Consultation 60 minutes
  • Hourly Rates $ 250-350 per hour
  • Retainer Always
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Trial Lawyer
  • William Kent Paschal / Attorney at Law
  • 1984 - Present
  • Prosecuting Attorney
  • Potter County Attorney's Office
  • 1982 - 1984
  • Trial Attorney
  • Chambers, Sturgeon & Boulter
  • 1981 - 1982
  • Law Clerk
  • Jack Stoffregen / Attorney at Law
  • 1980 - 1981
  • Law Clerk
  • West Texas Legal Services
  • 1979 - 1979
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Education

  • Texas Tech University School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1981
  • West Texas State University
  • BS - Bachelor of Science
  • 1978

Legal Cases

  • State vs. Drake V...
  • Drake was placed on Pre-Trial Diversion. Once he completes the program, the case will be dismissed.
  • State vs. Dustin M...
  • Case was dismissed.
  • State vs. Francisco A...
  • Francisco was placed on Pre-Trial Diversion. Once he completes the program, the case will be dismissed.
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Associations

  • Texas Bar Foundation
  • Life Fellow
  • 2007 - Present
  • National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Member
  • 1990 - Present
  • Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 1990 - Present
  • State Bar of Texas
  • Member
  • 1981 - Present
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Top 100 Trial Lawyers
  • National Trial Lawyers
  • 2016
  • Top 10
  • National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
  • 2016
  • Top 100 Trial Lawyers
  • National Trial Lawyers
  • 2015
  • Peer Review Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2015
  • Top One Percent
  • National Association of Distinguished Counsel
  • 2015
  • Top 100 Trial Lawyers
  • National Trial Lawyers
  • 2014
  • Peer Review Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2014
  • Top One Percent
  • National Association of Distinguished Counsel
  • 2014
  • Top 100 Trial Lawyers
  • National Trial Lawyers
  • 2013
  • Peer Review Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2013
  • Top 100 Trial Lawyers
  • National Trial Lawyers
  • 2012
  • Peer Review Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2012
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Publications

  • Spring Institute
  • Search and Seizure Update
  • N/A

Speaking Engagements

  • Spring Institute
  • Criminal Procedure Update
  • N/A

Attorney endorsements

Received (2)
Given (9)
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Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Paschal has over 30 years handling drug cases in the Amarillo area and will work his best to get your drug case dismissed or reduced. He is an outstanding attorney"
Unknown Attorney | Aug 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Paschal is a dedicated attorney who is knowledgeable about the law. I have no doubt that he will diligently fight for his clients."