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Board-Certified Legal Representation in Abilene and Beyond

At Blizzard and Zimmerman Attorneys, we don’t just handle legal cases – we fight for real people with real problems. Based in Abilene, Texas, our firm combines legal excellence with compassion to provide trusted representation when it matters most. Whether you’re facing criminal charges, navigating a divorce, planning your estate, or seeking post-conviction relief, we’re the team you want in your corner.

Why Choose Us?

The Right Legal Partner Changes Everything

Led by Jacob Blizzard, a nationally recognized attorney and trusted board-certified expert in both Criminal Law and Criminal Appellate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, our firm brings unmatched experience to the table.

Jacob is the only attorney in Taylor County with these dual board certifications – and one of just 77 attorneys in the entire state of Texas with this distinction.

But that’s not all. Jacob is also one of only 32 lawyers in the entire state of Texas certified in Criminal Trial Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy – a prestigious credential earned by attorneys who meet the highest standards of courtroom experience and legal knowledge.

Every week, we hear from families looking for hope. If you’re not sure where to turn, let’s talk. We handle serious criminal cases and post-conviction relief across Texas.

We don’t just defend cases. We defend people.

We represent clients across a wide range of legal matters, including:

Criminal Defense
Criminal Trial Law
Appeals
Post-Conviction Relief

Divorce
Family Law
Probate, Wills, Estate Planning
Civil Litigation and Real Estate Law

A Few of Our Latest Case Results

At Blizzard and Zimmerman Attorneys, our Abilene law firm has an unwavering commitment to justice is exemplified not just by our words, but through measurable results. We take pride in our proven track record of successfully representing those arrested on criminal charges along with post-conviction, civil and family law clients. Our record showcases a history rich of representationg with trial and appellate triumphs in both Texas state and US federal courts.

Please note that each case we represent in our Abilene law firm is unique. Past results do not guarantee or predict the outcome of any individual case.

Successful expunction

RESULTS: Clearing Arrest Record After Not Guilty Verdict

Being found “not guilty” in a criminal trial is life-changing, but the fight does not end there.

Successful parole hearing

RESULTS: Freedom – Successful Parole Hearing

With the next parole review phase approaching, our client’s family wanted to explore every possible remedy to secure his long-awaited release.

Man's complex divorce

RESULTS: Man’s Complex Divorce Case

Matt Zimmerman skillfully delivered a swift and favorable outcome in this particularly challenging case.

Justice in Habeas Corpus Case

RESULTS: Habeas Corpus Leads to FREEDOM

After serving 19 years of a 70-year sentence, Samuel Sanchez, Jr. has walked free following a plea agreement for time served.

Complex Divorce invovling criminal, family court and CPS

RESULTS: Complex Divorce Case

We knew the path ahead would be difficult, but we strategized to fight multiple battles at once in criminal court, family court, and against CPS.

Drug Related Felony Charge Reduced

RESULTS: Drug-related Felony Charge Reduced

When they came to us our client was staring down the prospect of a 20-year sentence in prison for a drug-related felony.

Capital murder charge reduced

RESULTS: Capital Murder Charge Reduced to Probation

Client charged with capital murder. The incident stemmed from a drug robbery gone wrong after client was pressured into driving a group of friends.

Freedom from Injury to a child conviction

RESULTS: Proving Actual Innocence in Injury to a Child Case

Couple pleads guilty to felony charge, their child was diagnosed with a brain injury, and the child’s pediatrician even suspected cerebral palsy… bringing original medical diagnosis into question.

Father wins child custody in divorce case

RESULTS: Securing a Father’s Custody Rights

With undeniable proof of our client’s wife’s infidelity and growing concerns about her behavior, father makes the difficult decision to proceed with a divorce. Father receives custody.

Areas We Serve

Our Abilene law firm team of attorneys proudly serves clients across West Central Texas. Below is a list of the regional locations we cover for state and federal criminal cases. Additionally, we assist clients across the state including Houston, San Antonio, Austin, and the Dallas – Fort Worth Metroplex with post-conviction relief and federal sentencing matters.