Atty. Barrett Hansen
Ms. Barrett Hansen is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal defense, family and 1 other area of law.
Criminal & More Attorney · Serving Austin, TX · 37+ Years Experience
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About Barrett Hansen at a Glance
Barrett Hansen is an Asst. Dist. Atty. based in Austin, Texas. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on divorce, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Texas (1989). Educated at University of Oklahoma (J.D., 1988) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A., 1979). Serves clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Barrett Hansen
- Ms. Barrett Hansen is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal defense, family and 1 other area of law
- Barrett received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1979, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Barrett practices in Austin, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Barrett Hansen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barrett Hansen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Austin.
Divorce in Austin
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Criminal Defense in Austin
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Barrett Hansen is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Texas →
Family Law in Austin
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Austin
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Austin are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Austin Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Austin-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Austin Choose Barrett Hansen
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Barrett Hansen's practice in the field of divorce, criminal defense, and family law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Barrett Hansen brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, criminal defense, and family law, Barrett Hansen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Austin
A Austin-based practice means Barrett Hansen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Barrett Hansen Handles in Austin
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