Earnest Wayne Scott, Criminal Defense Attorney in Abilene, Texas

Earnest concentrates on criminal defense, general, government, and juvenile. Each area below outlines the kind of case Earnest handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• General

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• Juvenile

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Earnest's primary office is at 342 Chestnut, Abilene, TX, 79601-5134. 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 Earnest usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Earnest 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 Earnest for a criminal defense case?

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

• Does Earnest offer a free consultation?

  Earnest charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Earnest's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Earnest'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. Earnest gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Earnest take my case if I'm outside Abilene?

  Earnest 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 — Earnest 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 Earnest?

  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. Earnest will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Earnest accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

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