Choosing the Right Lubbock Attorney for Your Case

Explore resources for finding affordable legal help

There are more than 850 licensed attorneys in Lubbock, Texas. While many of these professionals may be qualified to handle your personal injury case, only a select few—and perhaps just one—will be the ideal fit for you. 

Personal injury cases are deeply personal. They often require you to share sensitive health and financial details with your attorney. What’s more, personal injury cases can sometimes take years to resolve. So while it might be okay to hire just any mechanic for a one-time car repair or any handyman to fix a squeaky door, selecting the right attorney requires careful consideration and trust.

Do I even need a personal injury lawyer?

If your accident didn’t result in any injuries, it may not be necessary to hire an attorney. Be careful, however, when concluding that you didn’t suffer any injuries, as symptoms can sometimes take days or even weeks to appear after sustaining an injury. 

For example, concussion symptoms may not manifest immediately and can develop days or even weeks after the initial injury.

Fortunately, most personal injury attorneys in Lubbock work on a contingency fee basis. This means that the attorney does not get paid unless you recover damages. As a result, personal injury attorneys are unlikely to take on your case unless they believe you have legitimate grounds to bring a lawsuit and recover money.

How do I find a personal injury attorney in Lubbock?

Once you’ve determined that you need a personal injury lawyer, it’s time to begin your search. Fortunately, there are several resources to help you narrow your search from 850 to one. 

Here are perhaps the three most useful resources:

Family, friends, and colleagues

When looking for a movie to watch on Saturday night, you probably wouldn’t ask ten strangers on the street—you’d turn to your friends and family. The same principle applies when searching for an attorney. You might be surprised by how many people in your circle have worked with an attorney, so don’t hesitate to ask family, friends, or colleagues for recommendations. A referral from someone you trust is always more reliable than advice from a stranger.

There are also a number of private social networks that allow you to request recommendations from people in your neighborhood. Nextdoor is one such network.

Online legal directories

Using Google or another search engine to locate an attorney can be overwhelming, and often produces confusing (and sponsored) results. 

A more targeted way to find a licensed attorney in Lubbock is to use an online directory. One option is to use the State Bar of Texas. The State Bar of Texas homepage allows you to search for an attorney by practice area and location. 

Once you find an attorney, the State Bar will provide some basic information about the attorney, including their bar number and when they obtained their license to practice law.

Another option is the Lubbock Top Ten attorney page right here on Enjuris. Our team of attorneys has taken the time to review all of the lawyers in Lubbock, and narrow them down to the top 10 using our thorough TRUST evaluation method. You can take a look at these top 10 attorneys knowing all of them focus on personal injury law in Lubbock and have scored high on more than 10 variables across five categories.

Consider free legal help

There are a number of attorneys in Lubbock that provide legal assistance for free (or at reduced rates). Each attorney has different eligibility requirements, but typically your household income must be less than 125 percent of the federally recognized poverty level.

2024 Poverty Guidelines for the 48 Contiguous States and the District of Columbia
Persons in family/household	Poverty guideline
1	$15,060
2	$20,440
3	$25,820
4	$31,200
5	$36,580
6	$41,960
7	$47,340
8	$52,720
For families/households with more than 8 persons, add $5,380 for each additional person.

For a listing of legal service providers by county, see the Referral Directory for Low-Income Texans.

If you don’t qualify for legal aid but cannot afford to retain an attorney, consider contacting the State Bar of Texas Lawyer Referral Information Service at 1-800-252-9690. This service allows you to schedule a 30-minute consultation with an attorney for just $20. After the consultation, you and the attorney can discuss potential representation and fee structures.

What should I ask an attorney I’m considering hiring?

Once you’ve identified a handful of licensed Lubbock attorneys, you’ll want to arrange an initial consultation with each attorney so that you can be sure to choose the one that’s right for you. 

Most lawyers will provide a free initial consultation. However, be sure to confirm this when setting up the appointment and again before the meeting starts. This way, you can avoid any unexpected costs at the end of your meeting.

When you meet with potential attorneys, be sure to ask the following questions:

• How long have you been a lawyer?
• Have you handled matters like mine before?
• How do you charge your fees? (per hour, per task, contingent fee basis, etc.)
• Do you require a retainer payment before providing services?
• Will you be handling all aspects of my case or will I work with an associate or paralegal?
• How do you like to communicate with clients (telephone, email, in-person, etc.)?
• How do you see my case proceeding?

Keep in mind that your attorney will also want to ask you some questions about your case. Review and download the chart below so that you’re prepared.

Once you’ve met with and interviewed a handful of attorneys, you’re ready to make your selection. Good luck!