⚖ Trusted Austin Legal Counsel Since 2006

Experienced. Strategic. On Your Side.

Hartwell & Associates provides aggressive, results-driven legal representation for individuals and businesses across Central Texas. We don't just know the law — we use it to win.

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18+Years in Practice

1,200+Cases Resolved

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Brief Description

What We Handle

Our Practice Areas

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Personal Injury

Car accidents, slip and fall, workplace injuries, and wrongful death. We fight for maximum compensation on a contingency basis — you pay nothing unless we win.

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Business Law

Business formation, contracts, partnerships, commercial disputes, and mergers. Whether you're launching or scaling, we protect your business at every stage.

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Family Law

Divorce, child custody, adoption, and protective orders. Compassionate, strategic representation during life's most difficult moments.

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Criminal Defense

DWI, assault, drug charges, and white-collar crime. Aggressive defense at every stage from arrest through trial.

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Real Estate Law

Purchase and sale transactions, title disputes, landlord-tenant issues, and commercial leases. We protect your real estate investment.

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Estate Planning

Wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and probate. We help you protect your family and preserve your legacy for generations to come.

Our Team

Meet the Attorneys

Richard Hartwell, Esq.

Managing Partner

Specializes in personal injury and commercial litigation. 18 years of courtroom experience with a track record of multi-million dollar verdicts.

Texas Bar · UT Law School, J.D. 2006

Angela Torres, Esq.

Partner — Family Law

Board-certified family law specialist. Known for her empathetic approach and sharp negotiation skills in complex custody and divorce matters.

Texas Bar · Baylor Law School, J.D. 2010

James Park, Esq.

Associate — Business Law

Former in-house counsel at two Austin tech startups. Combines business acumen with legal expertise to advise growing companies.

Texas Bar · SMU Law School, J.D. 2015

Why Choose Us

Not Just Lawyers. Your Legal Partners.

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Free Initial Consultation

Talk to an attorney before you commit to anything. No fees, no pressure, just honest advice about your situation.

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Direct Attorney Access

You'll work directly with your attorney, not passed to a paralegal. You get real answers from real lawyers.

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Contingency for Injury Cases

Personal injury clients pay nothing unless we win. Our fee comes from the settlement — not your pocket.

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Local Austin Roots

We've served Central Texas for 18+ years. We know the local courts, the judges, and how to win here.

Client Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

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"Richard Hartwell fought for me after a serious car accident and got me far more than the insurance company initially offered. He was transparent, responsive, and genuinely cared about my outcome."

David M.

Personal Injury · Auto Accident

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"Angela guided me through a difficult divorce with compassion and strength. I felt protected the entire time. My children and I are in a much better place because of her."

Melissa R.

Family Law · Custody & Divorce

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"James helped me structure my business from day one. His contracts saved me from a bad partnership two years later. Worth every dollar and then some."

Carlos N.

Business Law · Entity Formation

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"I was overwhelmed by the probate process after losing my mother. The Hartwell team handled everything with patience and professionalism. I can't thank them enough."

Patricia K.

Estate Planning · Probate