Mehaffey Law Firm

Mehaffey & Watson is a leading law firm based in Abilene, Texas, providing unparalleled legal services to the wider West Texas region since 2005. Our attorneys bring an exhaustive knowledge of tort, business, and family law to the table, combined with an unwavering commitment to client satisfaction. We approach each case with integrity and aggressively pursue the best possible outcome for our clients.

Our Areas of Expertise

Our firm primarily handles serious personal injury claims and is a plaintiffs' firm. Our attorneys prepare each case for trial, ensuring that we are always ready to obtain the best possible recovery for our clients. We offer expert legal counsel for cases involving medical malpractice, product liability, dangerous drugs and defective medical devices, and civil rights violations. Our attorneys represent those who have suffered serious injuries or wrongful death due to auto or trucking accidents, natural gas explosions, and other personal injury accidents.

Additionally, we handle business litigation, including breach of contract. We prepare each case for trial while simultaneously seeking opportunities to reach a fair and equitable pretrial settlement. Our firm also provides quality legal services in divorce and family law. We strive for timely resolution of difficult family situations with a minimal level of confrontation, especially when children are involved. Our services include divorce and property case, child custody and support, visitation, adoption, premarital and marital agreements, interstate and international divorce and custody, wills and estate planning, and other family law matters.

Mehaffey & Watson specializes in aiding military families through the divorce process. Claire Mehaffey is married to a military officer, which gives her extensive knowledge about the day-to-day activities of military families. This unique position enables her to aid military personnel and their spouses through the divorce process effectively.

Our Team

Our team consists of attorneys born and raised in Abilene, as well as attorneys from other areas. This diverse background provides us with a unique perspective, enabling us to offer individualized service. Our office offers legal counsel in both English and Spanish and will take all possible measures to accommodate you and your family's needs.

Samuel Mehaffey grew up in a middle-class household in Abilene, Texas. He earned his black belt in Tae Kwon Do from Master Lim, enlisted in the United States Army Reserve, and served in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Sam attended Hardin-Simmons University, where he was a member of the debate team, moot court team, and ROTC. He earned his second degree black belt from Master Lim, attended Army Airborne School, and became a lieutenant colonel in the United States Army Reserve. Sam began law school at Texas Tech University School of Law and met his wife, Claire Mehaffey, in law school. They married in January 2000, and Sam was shipped off to his duty three days later.

Claire Mehaffey is an integral part of our team. She is married to a military officer and has extensive knowledge about the day-to-day activities of military families. Claire is passionate about aiding military personnel and their spouses through the divorce process.

At Mehaffey & Watson, we are proud to serve the unique populations of Abilene and the surrounding areas. Our attorneys offer expert legal representation and are committed to providing the best possible service to our clients. For more information about our services, please contact us today.