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Lydia Wommack Barton, Employment Attorney in Austin, Texas

Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Practicing employment in Austin since 1976.

50+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
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Lydia Wommack Barton is a member based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General. Lydia has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barton Law Office, A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Austin, TX
Experience
over 50 years
Known for
Employment · Employment Contracts · General
  • Handles Employment, Employment Contracts, and General matters from Austin, TX.
  • Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Lydia Wommack Barton: Lydia Wommack Barton is a member based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General. Lydia has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barton Law Office, A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Lydia takes on

Lydia concentrates on employment, employment contracts, general, securities, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lydia handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Austin, Texas

Lydia takes employment matters in Austin, 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 Lydia agrees to represent you.

Employment Contracts cases in Austin, Texas

Lydia takes employment contracts matters in Austin, 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 Lydia agrees to represent you.

General cases in Austin, Texas

Lydia takes general matters in Austin, 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 Lydia agrees to represent you.

Securities cases in Austin, Texas

Lydia takes securities matters in Austin, 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 Lydia agrees to represent you.

Tax cases in Austin, Texas

Lydia takes tax matters in Austin, 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 Lydia agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Lydia Wommack Barton — employment lawyer in Austin

Lydia Wommack Barton is a member based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General. Lydia has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barton Law Office, A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Ms. Lydia Wommack Barton is a lawyer practicing erisa, executive compensation, qualified retirement plans and 3 other areas of law. Lydia received a B.A. degree from The Hockaday School and Vanderbilt University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Lydia practices at Barton Law Office, A Professional Corporation in Austin, TX.

Working with Lydia on a employment matter

Ms. Lydia Wommack Barton is a lawyer practicing erisa, executive compensation, qualified retirement plans and 3 other areas of law. Lydia received a B.A. degree from The Hockaday School and Vanderbilt University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Lydia practices at Barton Law Office, A Professional Corporation in Austin, TX.

Clients Lydia works with

Lydia reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, employment contracts, and general matters in Austin and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Southern Methodist University

    J.D. · 1976

  • The Hockaday School and Vanderbilt University

    B.A. · 1973

Jurisdictions

Lydia's state bar admissions

  • Texas

    1976 · ACTIVE

Lydia studied at J.D. in Southern Methodist University and B.A. in The Hockaday School and Vanderbilt University.

Law school and academic background

Lydia completed J.D. in Southern Methodist University and B.A. in The Hockaday School and Vanderbilt University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lydia runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Lydia has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Lydia's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Texas Bar Foundation. Former Advisory Committee Member, Certified Employee Benefits Specialist Program, The University of Texas at Austin

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Locations

Lydia Wommack Barton's office in Austin

Lydia's primary office is at 1509 Old West 38th Street, Suite 4, Austin, TX, 78731-6328. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Barton Law Office, A Professional Corporation

1509 Old West 38th Street, Suite 4

Austin, TX 78731-6328

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Lydia Wommack Barton — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Lydia. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Austin.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Lydia Wommack Barton — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lydia usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Lydia charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lydia'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; Lydia will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Austin, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Lydia

Lydia discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Lydia confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Lydia's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Lydia Wommack Barton

  • How much does it cost to hire Lydia for a employment case?

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

  • Does Lydia offer a free consultation?

    Lydia charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lydia's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Lydia's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in Texas typically take?

    Simple employment 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. Lydia gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Lydia take my case if I'm outside Austin?

    Lydia 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 — Lydia 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 Lydia?

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

  • Is Lydia accepting new employment clients right now?

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

Areas served

Employment attorneys serving Austin, Houston and Dallas in Texas

Lydia handles employment matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.

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