Maxey Scherr, General Attorney in El Paso, Texas
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on General, Product Liability, and TBI/SCI · 4.9/5 rating from 18 verified client reviews
FounderatScherr Law Firm
El Paso, TX
Practicing general in El Paso since 2009.
- 17+
- Years practicing
- 4.9 ★
- 18 client reviews
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Maxey Scherr is a founder based in El Paso, TX. The practice focuses on General, Product Liability, and TBI/SCI. Maxey has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Scherr Law Firm. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 18 client reviews.
- Based in
- El Paso, TX
- Experience
- over 17 years
- Known for
- General · Product Liability · TBI/SCI
- Handles General, Product Liability, and TBI/SCI matters from El Paso, TX.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Maxey Scherr: Maxey Scherr is a founder based in El Paso, TX. The practice focuses on General, Product Liability, and TBI/SCI. Maxey has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Scherr Law Firm. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 18 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Maxey takes on
Maxey concentrates on general, product liability, tbi/sci, and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case Maxey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Product Liability
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TBI/SCI
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Wrongful Death
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General cases in El Paso, Texas
Maxey takes general matters in El Paso, 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 Maxey agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in El Paso, Texas
Maxey takes product liability matters in El Paso, 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 Maxey agrees to represent you.
TBI/SCI cases in El Paso, Texas
Maxey takes tbi/sci matters in El Paso, 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 Maxey agrees to represent you.
Wrongful Death cases in El Paso, Texas
Maxey takes wrongful death matters in El Paso, 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 Maxey agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Maxey Scherr — general lawyer in El Paso
Maxey Scherr is a founder based in El Paso, TX. The practice focuses on General, Product Liability, and TBI/SCI. Maxey has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Scherr Law Firm. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 18 client reviews.
Maxey Scherr founded Scherr Law Firm in 2022. She has litigated over 40 jury trials resulting in multi-figure verdicts across the board. Her areas of expertise include trucking accidents, wrongful death claims, traumatic brain injuries, and catastrophic injuries.
Ms. Scherr is a member of various boards and organizations and currently serves as the Co-Chair of the Women's Caucus and Board of Regents member with the ATAA, is on the Texas State Bar Committee on the Administration of the Rules of Evidence, is a member of the American Association for Justice and sits on the Women's Rights Commission for the City of El Paso.
Through the years, Ms. Scherr's efforts have garnered many accolades. Most notably, Ms. Scherr is a "Super Lawyer," a "Top Ten Attorney," receives numerous "LitigatorTM Awards" and has various National Law Journal Top 100 Verdicts.
Ms. Scherr is licensed in Texas, New Mexico and Illinois and graduated from Texas Tech School of Law. She received her bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts-Boston with magna cum laude honors and undertook postgraduate work in Neuroscience at Harvard University.
Honors
• Super Lawyer
• Top Ten Attorney
• Litigator of the Year
• National Law Journal Top 100 Verdict
• Lawyers of Distinction
Certified Legal Specialties
• Truck Accident Law, NBTA, 2022
• New Mexico, 2022
• Illinois, 2022
Representative Cases
• Scherr Law Firm Secures $10.65 Million Verdict In Firm's First Trial, The plaintiff, a 28-year old Swift Transportation female truck driver, suffered a permanent traumatic brain injury, among other medical conditions, when a semi-trailer door came crashing down on the back of her head on September 27, 2017., 2023
Select Classes & Seminars
• Working with Standard of Care Experts, Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys, 2020
• Research/Obtaining Evidence Outside the Discovery Process, Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys, 2021
• Corporate Representatives: Drafting the Notice and Taking the Desposition, Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys, 2022
• Establishing Your Own Firm, Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys, 2022
• Traumatic Brain Injuries: What a Jury needs to Hear in Order for your client to Recover , AAJ
• Fighting for the Value of a Child's Brain: What's the Difference in a Few Zeroes, AAJ, 2016
• Black Letter Law: Opening Statements, NTLD, 2023
Past Positions
• Scherr Legate, Partner, 2008 to 2021
Professional Associations
• ATAA, Board of Regents, 2022 to Present
• ATAA, Co-Chair of Woman's Caucus, 2022 to Present
• Texas State Bar, Rules of Evidence Committee Member, 2020 to Present
• El Paso Woman's Rights Commission, Member, 2022 to Present
• American Association for Justice, Trucking Litigation Group, TBI Group, Women's Caucus, 2016 to Present
Working with Maxey on a general matter
Maxey Scherr founded Scherr Law Firm in 2022. She has litigated over 40 jury trials resulting in multi-figure verdicts across the board. Her areas of expertise include trucking accidents, wrongful death claims, traumatic brain injuries, and catastrophic injuries. Ms. Scherr is a member of various boards and organizations and currently serves as the Co-Chair of the Women's Caucus and Board of…
Clients Maxey works with
Maxey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, product liability, and tbi/sci matters in El Paso and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Texas Tech University School of Law
J.D. · 2008
University of Massachusetts Psychology Harvard University Master's Work: Neuroscience
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Jurisdictions
Maxey's state bar admissions
Illinois
2015 · ACTIVE
New Mexico
2010 · ACTIVE
Texas
2009 · ACTIVE
Maxey studied at J.D. in Texas Tech University School of Law and — in University of Massachusetts Psychology Harvard University Master's Work: Neuroscience.
Law school and academic background
Maxey completed J.D. in Texas Tech University School of Law and — in University of Massachusetts Psychology Harvard University Master's Work: Neuroscience. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Maxey runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Maxey has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Maxey's professional memberships and bar associations
Texas State Bar American Association for Justice
membership
Locations
Maxey Scherr's office in El Paso
Maxey's primary office is at 521 Texas Avenue, El Paso, TX, 79901. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Maxey Scherr — 4.9/5 rating from 18 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Maxey. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in El Paso.
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How to hire Maxey Scherr — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Maxey usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Maxey charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maxey'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; Maxey will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in El Paso, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Maxey
Maxey discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Maxey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Maxey's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Maxey Scherr
How much does it cost to hire Maxey for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Maxey walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Maxey offer a free consultation?
Maxey charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maxey's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Maxey's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Texas typically take?
Simple general 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. Maxey gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Maxey take my case if I'm outside El Paso?
Maxey 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 — Maxey 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 Maxey?
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. Maxey will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Maxey accepting new general clients right now?
Maxey's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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