Criminal Defense: When Your Future Is on the Line, Trust Blizzard & Zimmerman to Defend It

Facing criminal charges and looking for a criminal defense lawyer is overwhelming. Your freedom, your reputation, and your future hang in the balance. You need more than just an attorney—you need an advocate who fights aggressively for your rights, someone with a deep understanding of the law and a relentless commitment to your defense.

At Blizzard & Zimmerman Attorneys, we don’t just handle cases – we fight for justice for real people with real lives at stake. With decades of combined experience, we bring a unique blend of strategic legal expertise and an unwavering dedication to securing the best possible outcome for our clients.

What Sets Us Apart?

🔹 Board-Certified Criminal Defense Expertise – Attorney Jacob Blizzard is Board-Certified in Criminal Law and Criminal Appeals by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization – a distinction held by fewer than 1% of Texas attorneys. Jacob is also nationally certified in Criminal Trial Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. This means your defense is backed by proven legal mastery.

🔹 Results-Driven Defense – Our criminal defense attorneys have successfully won dismissals, reduced charges, and overturned wrongful convictions for clients across Texas. When the stakes are high, our team knows how to deliver.

🔹 Aggressive Courtroom Advocacy – Our trial experience gives us the edge in presenting compelling defenses and challenging the prosecution at every turn. If your case goes to trial, we are ready to fight.

🔹 Comprehensive Defense Strategies – Whether you’re facing misdemeanor or felony charges, we analyze every angle, from procedural errors to constitutional violations, ensuring no stone is left unturned in your defense.

🔹 Compassionate, Client-Focused Representation – We understand that behind every case is a person with a future worth protecting. We prioritize open communication, clear legal guidance, and an aggressive strategy tailored to your unique situation.

Who We Help

If you or a loved one is facing criminal charges – whether it’s DWI, drug possession, assault, theft, white-collar crime, or a serious felony in Texas state or Federal court — we are here to fight for you. We also excel in post-conviction appeals and writs of habeas corpus, giving you a second chance at justice when all hope seems lost.

Your Defense Starts NOW

The biggest mistake people make is waiting too long to get a skilled attorney involved. Every moment counts.  Early intervention can mean the difference between freedom and conviction.

📞 Call us today for a case review 325-230-2751.

At Blizzard & Zimmerman, your fight is our fight – and we don’t back down. When your future is on the line, we stand between you and the prosecution, ready to protect your rights and your freedom.

Don’t wait. Take action today. Your best defense starts here.

What Our Clients Say

Our clients, who often stand at critical junctures of their lives, reap the benefits of our personalized focus and proactive legal representation – a sentiment echoed in just a few of their testimonials in Google Reviews:

>”Jacob Blizzard is nothing short of impressive in court. His diligent research, professionalism, and ability to reveal the truth proved my innocence beyond a doubt.” – A Vindicated Defendant

>”Mr. Blizzard is an outstanding and compassionate lawyer who helped me get my case dismissed. He patiently listened to me vent and devised a plan to help me at the most reasonable rate in town. ” – A Grateful Client

>”You will not go wrong with Jacob Blizzard and his team to represent you in the court of law. Be truthful and honest with him and watch the miracles that he can bring to your case when you are feeling lost hope. Thank you Jacob, Madison and David for your guidance and representation for my son.” – A Thankful Mother

”Jacob Blizzard and his paralegal Karisa were instrumental in safeguarding my career and reputation. With their sound advice and Karisa’s timely, effective communication, I found assurance in every step of the process.” – A Satisfied Client

>“Navigating a complex legal system was made seamless thanks to Jacob and Karisa’s expertise and open communication. Their thorough preparation paved the way for a compelling legal argument and a successful case outcome.” – An Appreciative Family

What To Do Before Hiring An Abilene Criminal Defense Attorney

Before you hire a criminal defense attorney, ask them a variety of questions to ensure they have enough experience in taking cases like yours to trial.

There are many reasons why some criminal defense attorneys may not want to go to trial. They would rather plead out a case than take it to trial.

Board-certified lawyers have a higher level of proficiency in their practice, which makes them more likely to take cases to trial. When considering a criminal defense attorney, it is important to ask them if they have experience in taking a case like yours to trial. It would also be wise to inquire about their successes at trials for cases similar to yours. Lead attorney Jacob Blizzard is a specialist who is dual board certified in both Criminal Defense and Criminal Appellate Law, one of only 77 attorneys out of over 100,000 attorneys in the state with the dual designation.

At Blizzard & Zimmerman Attorneys, our Abilene law firm believes client communication is of the utmost importance. We strive to keep our clients informed. We partner with them in their cases to reach the best outcome possible for their situation. To us, your legal challenge is more than just a case. It is often some of the most serious life-altering situations a person will face in their life.

Proven Success Stories that Speak Volumes

Criminal Trial Attorney Jacob Blizzard’s courtroom stills were on full display during the landmark Taylor County Capital Murder trial of Damian Cate.

Despite overwhelming odds, Abilene attorney Blizzard secured a Not Guilty verdict in a case laden with extreme emotional and legal complexities. Employing strategic defense methods, he illuminated Mr. Cate’s wrongful statements as products of intellectual disability and undue interrogation pressures forces on him by police investigators, successfully disconnecting Mr. Cate from the heinous acts he was charged with.

Another 2024 case involved a young man charged with the murder of a co-worker at a local construction site. The man was accused of having shot the co-worker in the back of the head randomly without reason while at work. Due to our vigrous investigation into the case, a jury found Jacob’s client not guilty of murder, and the trial result was the lesser included offense of Manslaughter.

This profound legal victory not only demonstrated Blizzard’s tenacious advocacy but also underpinned the firm’s reputation for achieving justice against the gravest charges.