Evelina Ortega, Personal Injury Attorney in El Paso, Texas
Over 48 years of legal practice · 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatEvelina Ortega Law Office
El Paso, TX
Practicing personal injury in El Paso since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 1 client review
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Evelina Ortega is a member based in El Paso, TX. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Evelina has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Evelina Ortega Law Office. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- El Paso, TX
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury
- Handles Personal Injury matters from El Paso, TX.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Evelina Ortega: Evelina Ortega is a member based in El Paso, TX. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Evelina has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Evelina Ortega Law Office. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Evelina takes on
Evelina concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Evelina handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in El Paso, Texas
Evelina takes personal injury matters in El Paso, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Evelina agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Evelina Ortega — personal injury lawyer in El Paso
Evelina Ortega is a member based in El Paso, TX. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Evelina has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Evelina Ortega Law Office. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Ms. Evelina Ortega is a lawyer practicing personal injury. Evelina received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years. Evelina practices at Evelina Ortega Law Office in El Paso, TX.
Evelina's approach to personal injury cases
Ms. Evelina Ortega is a lawyer practicing personal injury. Evelina received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years. Evelina practices at Evelina Ortega Law Office in El Paso, TX.
The kind of cases Evelina takes
Evelina reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in El Paso and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Texas at Austin
J.D. · 1978
University of Texas at Austin
B.A. · 1975
Evelina studied at J.D. in University of Texas at Austin and B.A. in University of Texas at Austin.
Law school and academic background
Evelina completed J.D. in University of Texas at Austin and B.A. in University of Texas at Austin. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Evelina runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Evelina has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Evelina's professional memberships and bar associations
El Paso Bar Association State Bar of Texas El Paso Women's Bar Association (President, 1985) Texas Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America
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Locations
Evelina Ortega's office in El Paso
Evelina's primary office is at 521 Texas Avenue, El Paso, TX, 79901-1417. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Evelina Ortega — 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Evelina. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in El Paso.
4.8
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How to hire Evelina Ortega — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Evelina usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Evelina charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Evelina's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Evelina will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in El Paso, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Evelina
Evelina discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Evelina confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Evelina's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Evelina Ortega
How much does it cost to hire Evelina for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Evelina walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Evelina offer a free consultation?
Evelina charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Evelina's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Evelina's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Texas typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. Evelina gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Evelina take my case if I'm outside El Paso?
Evelina 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 — Evelina 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 Evelina?
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. Evelina will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Evelina accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Evelina's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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