Kevin W. Willhelm

Kevin W. Willhelm

also known as Willhelm Law Firm

5.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 33 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Abilene, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, Social Security ... +2 more

441 Butternut St., Abilene, TX

About Kevin

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 55%

I represent accused individuals in state and federal courts at all levels of felonies and misdemeanors.

34 years

55%
Bankruptcy and Debt 30%

I represent individuals and businesses in all areas of bankruptcy and debt counseling.

32 years

30%
Family 5%

I represent individuals in divorce proceedings, child custody and modification issues.

27 years

5%
General Practice 5%

i represent individuals and businesses in various legal matters including business formation, wills, probate, contracts and general legal counseling.

34 years

5%
Social Security & Disability 5%

I represent impaired individuals in disability appeals when they've been denied disability compensation.

28 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-350 per hour

Contingency

35%-40%

Pro bono

5 %

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 33 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1992

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Willhelm Law Firm

441 Butternut St., Abilene, TX, 79602

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Kevin W. Willhelm's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Samantha Rummel | November 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

VERY honorable man of integrity.

I rarely provide excellent reviews for anyone because it means I have to put my signature behind that person and be able to stand firm on my position regarding them: that's hard to do with most people in today's society. However, I immediately stood firm on my support regarding Mr. Willhelm becau...se I have known him for almost five years now, and I have seen his professionalism, excellent and very caring representation of his clients, his stature as a Christ-centered man who cares deeply for "family", and he surrounds himself as well, with fellow professionals who display the same sense of honor, justice, and integrity. One simply has to take all of these attributes, observe his actions both in and out of the courtroom, and it is very clear that the Court NEEDS a Judge of his caliber. Legal decisions will always have an impact on others throughout this community, because all rulings (whether it be a case you think is meaningless or not) have a role in setting a precedence... ALL rulings... We wouldn't have penal codes had it not been for rulings which began a process to make a difference. We must ensure that those who practice the law understand that they, along with their actions, make a difference... Mr. Willhelm understands this and strives to ensure his practice and his actions, make a JUST difference. One thing I am confident about saying is this: regardless of the decisions made in what would be "Judge Willhelm's Court", you could at least leave his courtroom knowing that an honest, fair, impartial, experienced, honorable, and JUST person sat on that "bench"... No underhanded envelopes with coin being slid under his door, no "I could care less because it's not MY family suffering"... Because he doesn't operate that way. Having Mr. Willhelm as an attorney made an extremely difficult crisis for me and my family, bearable... And during the very hard times I have always said to myself what he told me years ago which was, "You WILL get through this"... He cares about his clients, their families, and providing JUSTICE for those who need it... And I will stand behind these words any day!

Kevin Willhelm

Replied last December 1, 2015

Thank you. I appreciate the opportunity to represent you and help you resolve the challenges you were facing.

Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Grateful.

I'll forever be grateful to Kevin Willhelm for his help during a very difficult time for our family. So glad to have another opportunity to say, "Thank you again, Kevin."

Kevin Willhelm

Replied last November 5, 2015

Thank you. I appreciate the opportunity to help you resolve your situation.

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Kevin W. Willhelm's Lawyer Endorsements

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Russell Lorfing

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Friend

"I worked with Kevin when I was a federal prosecutor and I can tell you that the United States Attorney's Office always held Kevin in high regard due to his legal acumen and zealous advocacy. Not only is Kevin a brilliant lawyer, he is a hard working family man who lives by faith. I value our friendship and consider Kevin to be one of the best attorneys in Abilene."

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Matthew Zimmerman

Litigation lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kevin is a fantastic lawyer, and his paralegal, Amy Sims, is very sharp too. Between the two of them they have several decades of experience, and it shows. Kevin is one of a dying breed of general practice lawyers that have a working knowledge of many practice areas of the law - most lawyers "specialize" which means they may not be able to answer all your questions about how an outcome affects you in different contexts. My law firm works very close to Kevin's office partially to share in his vast knowledge and experience. I have worked with Kevin on the following types of cases: Bankruptcy, Deceptive Trade Practices, Family Law, Social Security Claims, Criminal Defense, appellate matters, and general litigation. Kevin regularly appears in various federal courts, state district court, small claims courts, and administrative law courts. He exudes a level of competence and professionalism that all lawyers should aspire to."

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Kathy Starling

General practice lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2003

Who's Who, Strathmore's Who's Who

2002

Outstanding Young Lawyer of the Year, Abilene Young Lawyers Association

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Managing Shareholder, Willhelm Law Firm

2000 - Present

Managing Shareholder, Law Offices of Weir & Willhelm, P.C.

1999 - 2000

Managing Attorney, Monte J. White & Associates, P.C.

1995 - 1999

Supervising Attorney, Law Offices of David W. Kirk, P.C.

1994 - 1995

Associate Attorney, Brian L. Blakeley & Associates, P.C.

1992 - 1994

Associate Attorney, Law Office of Charles W. King

Associations

2008 - Present

Texas Bar Foundation

Life Fellow

2007 - Present

The College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

2006 - Present

The Pro Bono College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

1998 - Present

Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Board Certified in Consumer Bankruptcy Law

Sample of Legal Cases

Drug Trafficking Organization

Client found guilty; case appealed to United States Supreme Court

Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon

Client acquitted

Chapter 11

Discharged

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Education

1992

St. Mary's University

Doctorate of Juris Prudence

1989

Abilene Christian University

BS - Bachelor of Science

1989

Abilene Christian University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2006

News Segment

Know Your Rights

Publications

1992

Modern Dictionary for the Legal Profession Dictionary of Terms of Other Professions for Lawyers

Languages

English

Activity

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