dWI lAWYER in aUSTIN, TX
A DWI arrest creates stress and questions. Feltoon Law gives you straight answers, a clear plan, and active defense from day one. We serve clients in Austin and across Travis County.
We’re here to help you get full compensation for your injuries, lost wages, and vehicle damage. When everything changes in an instant, we fight for what you’re owed.
100% success rate
We’ve won every case we’ve taken on, securing millions for clients across Texas. When we say results matter, we mean it.
When you work with our firm, you get:
•Personal attention to your unique situation
•Aggressive representation against insurance companies
•A car accident lawyer in Austin TX who actually listens and responds to your concerns.
Reach out for a free consultation.
How Much Does a Lawyer Cost for a DWI in Texas?
Costs vary based on your charge, the evidence, and the experience of your lawyer. In Texas, most DWI lawyers use one of three fee structures.
Flat fee
Many firms quote a flat fee that covers pretrial work. This usually includes the license hearing request, discovery, video review, negotiations, and standard motions. If you choose to go to trial, there is typically a separate trial fee.
Hourly rates
Some lawyers bill by the hour. In Texas markets, hourly rates often range from about 200 to 450 per hour depending on experience and case demands.
What makes a case more or less expensive
Blood draw cases and lab challenges
High reported BAC or a crash with injuries
Prior DWI history or child passenger allegations
Complex motions or many court settings
Whether you elect a jury trial
Need for expert witnesses
How Do I Beat a DWI Charge in Texas?
Move fast to preserve evidence and deadlines. Ask your lawyer to request the license hearing, order bodycam and dash video, and get breath or blood records with calibration logs. Write a timeline, list witnesses, and gather medical records that explain balance or speech issues.
Use that evidence to attack weak points. Your lawyer can suppress an illegal stop, challenge field tests and lab work, and expose inconsistencies. Strong issues can lead to a dismissal or reduction, or you take the case to trial if that is the best path. Avoid talking about the case and follow all bond and license rules.
Do I Need a Lawyer for a DWI in Texas?
DWI cases involve two tracks: the criminal case and a separate license process. Deadlines arrive fast and evidence must be preserved early. A lawyer protects your rights, requests the hearing, secures videos and records, and builds defenses that are easy to miss without experience.
You Don’t Pay Us Until We Win
We work on contingency, you owe nothing upfront, and we only get paid if we win your case.
While you recover, we handle everything: gathering evidence, dealing with insurance, and building your case.
Our goal is to get you the full compensation you deserve.
What to Do After a Car Accident
If you’ve been in a crash, here’s what to do:
- Call 911 and report the accident
- Get medical attention—even if you feel okay
- Take photos of the scene, cars, and injuries
- Don’t admit fault to anyone, including insurance companies
- Contact a lawyer
The sooner you reach out, the better your chances of protecting your rights.
How Austin DWI Cases Move Through Court
Arrest and release
First setting where deadlines begin and discovery starts
Evidence review for reports, videos, and lab data
Motions to suppress and negotiations
Trial or resolution with clear risk and benefit
You get a written roadmap and updates before each setting.
Case Types We Handle
First offense DWI
Multiple offense DWI
High BAC allegations
Refusal and no test cases
DWI with a child passenger
DWI with a crash or reported injuries
CDL and professional license concerns
Ready to Speak With an Austin DWI Lawyer?
Our team is ready to hear your story. There’s no risk, no pressure, and no upfront cost. Just experienced legal help from a team that gets results.
Reach out for your free consultation. We are available 24/7.