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Central Texas Attorneys

Central Texas is one of the fastest-growing regions in the country, anchored by Fort Cavazos and stretching across Bell, Coryell, McLennan, Williamson, and Lampasas Counties. Michalk, Beatty & Alcozer, L.P. has been based in Killeen for more than two decades, and this is our home region. We know the courts, the roads, and the communities here because we built our practice on this ground before we ever expanded statewide.

Our attorneys handle personal injury, Social Security Disability, probate and estate planning, and business and property law for clients throughout Central Texas. Whether you got hurt in a wreck on I-35, need help with a denied disability claim, are settling a loved one’s estate, or have a business or property dispute, our team is ready to help. Call us at (254) 765-9552 for a free consultation. Hablamos español.

Personal Injury Lawyers Serving Central Texas

Central Texas’s rapid growth has made its roads busier and its job sites more crowded, and that means more car wrecks, more truck accidents, and more construction site injuries every year. The I-35 corridor running through Georgetown, Temple, Belton, and Waco carries some of the heaviest freight and commuter traffic in the state, and Fort Cavazos adds a steady stream of military and contractor vehicle traffic through Killeen and Harker Heights.

Attorney Manuel Alcozer’s board certification in Social Security Disability Advocacy gives him a rare understanding of how a serious injury affects someone for years, not just on the day it happens, and Attorneys Jay R. Beatty and Robert “Alex” Bass both worked in construction before law school, which matters directly in a region with this much active building. Learn more about how we build a case around the roads and job sites specific to this region on our Central Texas Personal Injury Lawyer page.

Social Security Disability Lawyers Serving Central Texas

Central Texas has a workforce built on physical labor, from construction crews to ranch and farm work, along with one of the largest concentrations of veterans and military families in the country because of Fort Cavazos. When a medical condition keeps someone from doing that kind of work, the Social Security Administration’s five-step process and its focus on residual functional capacity can be difficult to navigate alone, and most first-time applications get denied.

Attorney Manuel Alcozer is board-certified in Social Security Disability Advocacy, a credential fewer than 60 attorneys nationwide hold, and he leads our firm’s disability practice for clients throughout the region. Visit our Central Texas Social Security Disability Lawyer page to learn how the process works and what to do if you’ve already been denied.

Probate & Wills Attorney Serving Central Texas

Attorney Jay R. Beatty personally handles every probate and estate planning case in our Central Texas practice, from validating a will to guiding an executor through the creditor claims process. Central Texas has a large population of small business owners, family farms and ranches, and military families whose estates raise questions a generic probate practice isn’t always ready to handle, and Jay’s hands-on construction background gives him a real advantage when a family business is part of the estate.

Texas generally requires a will to be filed for probate within four years of a person’s death, and independent administration is available in every Central Texas county whenever a will authorizes it or all heirs agree. Visit our Central Texas Probate Lawyer page for more on how Jay can guide your family through the process.

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Veterans Benefits Attorneys Serving Central Texas

Fort Cavazos is one of the largest military installations in the country, and its presence shapes daily life across our entire region. While our firm does not handle VA disability claims directly, we help veterans and military families throughout Central Texas with the civilian legal matters that come up around service, including Social Security Disability claims that run alongside a separate VA claim. Learn more about our approach on our statewide Veterans Benefits page.

Real Estate Law Attorneys Serving Central Texas

Growth across Central Texas has brought a steady rise in real estate disputes, from boundary disagreements between new subdivisions to contract fights over new construction. Our real estate attorneys help property owners, buyers, and sellers throughout the region work through title issues, easement disputes, and purchase agreement problems before they turn into a lawsuit. Visit our Real Estate Law page for details.

Civil Litigation Attorneys Serving Central Texas

Not every dispute fits neatly into one category, and our region’s fast growth has brought its share of contract disputes, property disputes, and disagreements between neighbors and business partners. Our civil litigation attorneys represent Central Texas clients in the courts of Bell, Coryell, McLennan, Williamson, and Lampasas Counties when a disagreement can’t get resolved without a judge. See our Civil Litigation page for more.

Commercial Law Attorneys Serving Central Texas Businesses

New businesses are opening across Central Texas every month to keep pace with the region’s growth, and each one needs sound legal footing. Our commercial law attorneys help business owners throughout the region with contracts, business formation, partnership disputes, and the legal issues that come with fast growth. Learn more on our Commercial Law page.

Consumer Law Attorneys Serving Central Texas

When a Central Texas resident gets taken advantage of by a debt collector, a lender, or an unfair business practice, consumer protection law gives them a way to fight back. Our consumer law attorneys help clients throughout the region hold companies accountable for deceptive or unlawful conduct. Visit our Consumer Law page to learn more.

Construction Law Attorneys Serving Central Texas

Central Texas’s construction boom is one of the biggest stories in the region right now, with entire neighborhoods and commercial corridors going up at once in Georgetown, Temple, and the surrounding communities. Attorneys Jay R. Beatty and Alex Bass both worked in construction before becoming lawyers, so they understand job sites, contracts, and code requirements from the inside. See our Construction Law page for more.

Communities We Serve Across Central Texas

Michalk, Beatty & Alcozer, L.P. is based in Killeen, and we built this practice serving the communities immediately around us before growing statewide. We maintain dedicated pages for six Central Texas cities: Belton, Gatesville, Georgetown, Round Rock, Temple, and Waco. If you’re located in one of these cities, visit its dedicated page for local detail specific to your community, including nearby courts and the attorneys who handle cases there.

We also regularly represent clients in Harker Heights, Nolanville, Copperas Cove, Lampasas, Salado, Troy, Bellmead, Hewitt, Robinson, Woodway, McGregor, and Morgan’s Point Resort, communities that don’t yet have a dedicated page of their own but fall well within our home service area. Wherever you’re located across Bell, Coryell, McLennan, Williamson, or Lampasas County, our attorneys know the local courts and the local rhythms that shape how a case actually moves here.

Why Central Texas Families and Businesses Choose Our Firm

Central Texas families and business owners choose our firm because we combine real courtroom experience with practical, firsthand knowledge of construction, disability law, and the communities we serve. Manuel Alcozer’s national board certification and Jay Beatty’s and Alex Bass’s construction backgrounds aren’t just talking points. They change how we investigate a case and build a claim from day one. We know the courthouses in every county across this region, and we treat every client like a neighbor, because in Central Texas, that’s exactly what you are.

You won’t get passed around between departments or handed off to someone you’ve never met. When you call our office about a Central Texas matter, you talk to an attorney who knows your practice area cold, whether that’s a car wreck on I-35, a denied disability claim, or a probate filing in your home county.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What parts of Central Texas does your firm serve?
    We represent clients throughout Bell, Coryell, McLennan, Williamson, and Lampasas Counties, including Killeen, Belton, Gatesville, Georgetown, Round Rock, Temple, Waco, Harker Heights, Nolanville, Copperas Cove, Lampasas, Salado, Troy, Bellmead, Hewitt, Robinson, Woodway, McGregor, and Morgan’s Point Resort.
  • Do I have to come to Killeen for my consultation?
    No. We meet with Central Texas clients by phone, video, or in person, whichever works best for your schedule and situation.
  • How much does it cost to talk to an attorney?
    Your first consultation is free. Most personal injury and disability cases only get paid if we win your case.
  • Does your firm speak Spanish?
    Yes. Hablamos español, and we can handle your entire case in Spanish if that’s more comfortable for you.
  • Which attorney will handle my case?
    It depends on your practice area. Attorney Jay R. Beatty personally handles every probate and estate planning matter, Attorney Manuel Alcozer leads every Social Security Disability case, and our full team, including Glenn W. Michalk and Alex Bass, works together on personal injury and business matters.

Get Your Free Consultation

Wherever you’re located across Central Texas, whether you’ve been hurt in an accident, need help with a disability claim, are settling a loved one’s estate, or have a business or property dispute, Michalk, Beatty & Alcozer, L.P. is ready to help. Our attorneys serve clients throughout Bell, Coryell, McLennan, Williamson, and Lampasas Counties, and we make time for every Central Texas client, whether your case is big, small, or somewhere in between. Call (254) 765-9552 today for your free consultation. Hablamos español.

Why Choose Michalk, Beatty & Alcozer, L.P.? Our Commitment to You

  • Unyielding Commitment to Justice
    We strive to ensure that all persons have access to a legal process that is fair, open, transparent, and holds those who infringe on your rights accountable.
  • Relentless Pursuit of Fair Compensation
    We advocate to secure the maximum compensation you deserve, recognizing the profound impact your lawsuit can have on your livelihood.
  • Empathetic Guidance Through Adversity
    We stand by your side with unwavering support and understanding, providing guidance and reassurance during what may be one of the most challenging times in your life.
  • Resolute Advocacy for Your Rights
    With determination and expertise, we navigate the complexities of the legal system on your behalf, steadfastly protecting your rights and interests at every turn.

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