Angela Ashley Allen, Criminal Defense Attorney in Cleburne, Texas

Angela concentrates on criminal defense, family law, government, juvenile, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Angela handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• Family Law

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• Personal Injury

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Angela's primary office is at Guinn Justice Center, 204 S Buffalo Ave Ste 410, Cleburne, TX, 76033-5404. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Angela usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Angela discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Angela for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Angela walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Angela offer a free consultation?

  Angela charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Angela's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Angela's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in Texas typically take?

  Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Angela gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Angela take my case if I'm outside Cleburne?

  Angela is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Angela will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Angela?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Angela will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Angela accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Angela's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.