Focus on results
Hand off the paperwork. Keep the courtroom.
Send the documents and instructions. We handle the rest.
Freelance paralegals · Lockhart, Texas
Seamless support for legal excellence.
Experienced Texas paralegals for drafting, filing, discovery, research and trial prep. You focus on clients.
For licensed attorneys only. We are not attorneys and can't give legal advice.
$95/hrStandard rate, business hours
15+ yrsTrial experience on the team
EN · ESSpanish translation available
All of TXFrom the Valley to the Panhandle
Why hire a freelance paralegal
More cases. Less overhead.
Expert paralegal help for solo attorneys and firms, without the cost of another hire.
Lower overhead
- No payroll taxes
- No benefits or workers' comp
- No agency fees
- 1099 contractors
No paying for downtime
Pay only for work performed, and bill paralegal time to your client.
Services
From case initiation to verdict and appeal.
One motion or a whole case. Short-term or long-term.
Don't see it? Just ask.
Pricing
One simple hourly rate.
No retainers. No markups. Pay only for hours worked.
Standard rate
$95/ hour
Business hoursMon–Fri · 9–5
Appearances (court, deposition, mediation)+$25 / hr
Work requested after hours+$25 / hr
Downtime$0
Hire in-house, or hire us?
Compare a full-time paralegal with paying us only for the hours you need.
Full-time hire$78,090/yr
Texas Freelance Paralegals$45,600/yr
You could save
$32,490
Example numbers. Adjust them to match your firm. A full-time hire includes salary, 7.65% employer payroll tax, health insurance and benefits. Recruiting, equipment and training would add more.
How it works
Getting started is simple.
Files are shared through secure cloud storage.
Send a brief
Email info@txparalegal.com with your project.
Talk it through
We set up a quick call.
Conflict check
Always done before we start.
Get matched
With a paralegal in your practice area.
The team
Paralegals who know Texas courts.
Experienced Texas paralegals who give every attorney one-on-one attention.
Jocelyn Abron
Owner
Jocelyn leads the firm's probate, guardianship, estate planning and family law work. Before joining Texas Freelance Paralegals in 2021, she was a legal assistant and office manager at a Tyler general practice firm handling bankruptcy, probate, civil and real estate matters, and worked in the Hopkins County District Clerk's office.
A.A.S., Paralegal Studies, Tyler Junior College · Phi Theta Kappa · Notary Public
Jasmine Baker
Paralegal · Marketing Manager
Jasmine supports litigation teams with case organization, trial exhibits and communication with clients, witnesses and counsel. She also leads marketing for the firm and writes for the State Bar of Texas Paralegal Division. Before her legal career, she spent several years in healthcare as a nursing assistant.
A.A.S., Paralegal Studies, Austin Community College · B.A. candidate, English, Texas Tech University
Lynnette Villegas
Paralegal · Bilingual
Lynnette brings more than a decade of civil litigation, personal injury and family law experience in state and federal courts. She has supported plaintiff and insurance defense practices, including as a Tier 3 legal specialist at Allstate, and handles pleadings, motions, discovery, e-filing, mediations and trial preparation. She is fluent in Spanish.
Paralegal Certification, UT San Antonio · Associate's, Legal Studies, South Texas College
Testimonials
What attorneys and experts say.
From attorneys and experts who work with our team.
Brian T. CartwrightDentonShe is phenomenal! She listens, follows directions, promptly completes her work with attention to detail…
Alysa has worked on multiple cases that I have been involved with. She is phenomenal! She listens, follows directions, promptly completes her work with attention to detail, and most importantly has a keen mind that knows when to ask questions if something doesn't look right.
Charles W. CarverBastrop…she has always been exceptionally insightful, organized, and independent.
I continue to work alongside Alysa on multiple large volume litigation cases, she has always been exceptionally insightful, organized, and independent. She brings a cornucopia of experiences from a diverse civil and administrative background and her talents makes her stand out amongst her peers in the paralegal field.
Daniel E. AireyAustinShe keeps everybody organized during trials and I can rely on her to provide accurate direction…
I have known Alysa for about 10 years and worked as an expert on countless cases with her. She displays the background knowledge to fully understand the technical information provided by experts and how experts are utilized in the court process. She keeps everybody organized during trials and I can rely on her to provide accurate direction when performing my role in litigation. I have nothing but the highest praises for Alysa and her professionalism.
Robert ThomasAustin–BeaumontAlysa's research, writing, listening and communication skills are superior.
I have worked with Alysa on large, multi-party cases and claims against the government. Alysa coordinated with hundreds of clients and provided compassionate, timely and efficient individual attention to each one. Her knowledge of case management strategies, the court systems, and the appellate process helped me provide my clients with the quality legal services the clients needed in a cost-effective manner. Alysa's research, writing, listening and communication skills are superior.
Jack SmithermanAustinMs. Baker has always been a joy to work with…
I have known and worked with Ms. Baker since 2008. Her exceptional communication ability has enabled her to be a very efficient intermediary being able to interface with clients, witnesses and attorneys. She has also been present to assists attorneys and witnesses during court proceedings in which I have been involved, providing organized, readily accessible exhibits and file documents when called upon by attorneys and by the court. Ms. Baker has always been a joy to work with and has always managed her position with patience while maintaining a positive attitude. I would recommend Ms. Baker to anyone wanting to work with someone who will become a tremendous asset to the future success of their firm.
FAQ
Questions, answered.
Can't find what you need? Email info@txparalegal.com.
Who may hire a paralegal from Texas Freelance Paralegals?
Only licensed attorneys. All of our paralegals work under the direct supervision of a licensed attorney. We cannot give legal advice or do work for members of the general public.
What areas of law do you have experience in?
Civil litigation, commercial law, business law, family law, criminal law, real estate law, business organizations and formations, and probate and estate planning, among others.
How much does it cost?
$95 per hour during normal business hours (9–5, Monday through Friday). There is a $25 per hour surcharge for appearances (in court, at a deposition, at a mediation, etc.) and for work requested after hours.
Do you offer administrative services?
Yes. Calendaring, managing case files, setting hearings, typing letters, mailing documents, notary services and other general administrative work. We also know Clio, Smart Advocate, NetDocs, eDiscovery Point, Practice Panther, Centerbase and QuickBooks.
Are your paralegals experienced with trials?
Yes. Alysa S. Grissom has over 15 years of trial experience and is certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Civil Trial Law.
How is confidential information handled?
Documents are shared through secure cloud service providers with restricted access. A thorough conflict check is completed before we accept any project.
Get in touch
Take it off your to-do list today.
Tell us about your project. We'll set up a consultation.
Emailinfo@txparalegal.com
Phone(512) 522-2339
Office605 E. Market Street, Lockhart, TX 78644
HoursBy appointment