Atty. Willa Staats

Atty. Willa Staats

Willa Staats is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family law, personal injury and 1 other area of law. Willa received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin, and has been licensed for 5 years.

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Profile Summary

About Willa Staats at a glance

Willa Staats is an Associate based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Cofer & Connelly, PLLC. They have 5+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2021. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and child support. Admitted to practice in California (2021) and Texas (2021). Educated at The George Washington University Law School (J.D., 2020) and University of Texas at Austin B.A. Phi Alpha Theta, Thurgood Marshall Scholar (—). Active member of State Bar of Texas State Bar of California. Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Willa Staats is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family law, personal injury and 1 other area of law
  • Willa received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin, and has been licensed for 5 years
  • Willa practices at Cofer & Connelly, PLLC in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Willa Staats's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Willa Staats handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Child Support

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Willa Staats

Where is Willa Staats's law office located?
Willa Staats's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Cofer & Connelly, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Willa Staats handle?
Willa Staats focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Willa Staats practiced law?
Willa Staats has 5+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2021.
Where did Willa Staats go to law school?
Willa Staats earned their education at (J.D., 2020); (—).
How can I contact Willa Staats for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
The George Washington University Law School
- 2020
University of Texas at Austin B.A. Phi Alpha Theta, Thurgood Marshall Scholar
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2021
Texas
Admitted: 2021

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