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Board Certified Criminal Defense and Criminal Appeal Attorney Jacob Blizzard

Board Certified Criminal Appellate Law - Criminal Law

Blizzard and Zimmerman Attorneys, Morgan Walker, Matt Zimmerman, Sarah Durham, Jacob Blizzard, Sydney Key

Experienced. Strategic. On Your Side.

Trusted Board-Certified Legal Representation in Abilene, Texas

At Blizzard and Zimmerman Attorneys, we go beyond handling cases – we fight for people. Based in Abilene, Texas, our law firm is built on trust, integrity, and proven results. When you need an attorney you can count on, we’re here to provide strong, compassionate representation. Whether you’re facing criminal charges, dealing with a divorce, planning your estate, or seeking post-conviction relief, our attorneys are ready to stand by your side.

Why Trust Blizzard and Zimmerman Attorneys?

Experience You Can Rely On

Your choice of attorney can change everything. Led by Jacob Blizzard, a nationally recognized lawyer and one of the most trusted legal professionals in Texas, our firm brings unmatched knowledge and skill to every case.

Jacob Blizzard is board-certified in both Criminal Law and Criminal Appellate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization – making him the only attorney in Taylor County with this dual certification. He is also one of only 77 attorneys out of over 100,000 lawyers in the entire state of Texas to hold this distinction. Beyond that, Jacob is one of just 32 attorneys Texas attorneys certified in Criminal Trial Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy – a credential that reflects the highest level of courtroom experience and expertise. He is also a Thompson-Reuters Super Lawyer®.

Blizzard and Zimmerman Attorneys is proud to announce that Partner Attorney Sarah Durham has been selected to the 2025 Texas Rising Stars list from Super Lawyers®. The Super Lawyers patented selection process is peer influenced and research driven, selecting the top 5% of attorneys to the Super Lawyers® lists each year.

Durham was recognized for her outstanding legal performance in criminal defense and a proven track record of securing significant results for clients. Her dedication and relentless work ethic have been instrumental in achieving exceptional results for the firm’s clients.

A Reputation Built on Trust

Clients come to us during the hardest times in their lives. Every week, we hear from families searching for hope, answers, and someone they can trust. Our firm has built its reputation on listening, guiding, and fighting relentlessly for our clients.

We don’t just defend cases – we defend people. Check out our successful results. From serious felony charges to appeals and post-conviction relief across Texas, we provide trusted, board-certified representation when it matters most.

The Trusted Legal Team in Your Corner

When your future, your family, or your freedom is on the line, you deserve more than just another attorney. You deserve a team you can trust to fight for you with skill, compassion, and dedication.

👉 Contact Blizzard and Zimmerman Attorneys in Abilene today to schedule a consultation. Let us help you take the next step forward with confidence.

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

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

Criminal Defense
Criminal Trial Law
Appeals
Post-Conviction Relief for clients across Texas

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.

Offender registry

RESULTS: Client Successfully Removed from Sex Offender Registry

Our client came to us in shock after being denied a job due to a background check that revealed he was still listed on the sex offender registry

Military Client Charged with Texas DWI

RESULTS: Non-Reporting Pre-Trial Diversion Secured

After being charged with DWI in Texas, our client was relocated to North Carolina, making it impossible to complete the traditional pre-trial diversion program that required in-person reporting.

Clouded-Title

RESULTS: Cleared Generations of Probate Issues and Fixed a Clouded Title in 60 Days

Without probate, there can be hidden heirs and title issues as there were in this 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.

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.

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.