Amarillo is the fourteenth largest city in the state of Texas by population and is the largest in the Texas Panhandle. During the 19^th century, the city grew significantly as a cattle city because of the easy access to the railroad. In addition, the city was also once known as the “Helium Capital of the World” because it had one of the most productive helium fields in the world.

When you think that you need assistance with a legal issue in Amarillo, there are a number of talented Amarillo lawyers that are ready to help out. These attorneys can work with you on many legal issues such as personal injury, bankruptcy, tax, real estate, wills, DUI, assault, arson, speeding tickets, automobile accidents, contracts, divorce, child custody and more.

A judge hearing a case about a strip club tax recently removed herself from hearing the case because she claimed to have a conflict of interest. The lawsuit was originally brought by the owners of an Amarillo strip club and challenged the constitutionality of charging patrons of the nude clubs a $5 tax. The judge hearing the case said that she may have been present in the legislature when they were discussing this “pole tax,” and that she must remove herself from the trial. The owners of the Amarillo club claim that the tax is an unconstitutional occupation tax.

If your lawsuit originated in Amarillo, you will likely have to file your lawsuit in the 47^th District Court, 108^th District Court, 181^st District Court, 251^st District Court, or the 320^th District Court. You will want to make sure that your attorney is experienced with these courts and their procedures.

LegalMatch can help you find a great Amarillo lawyer that has the experience needed to handle your case. We pre-screen all of our attorneys to make sure of their practice areas as well as their bar status. As well, here at LegalMatch, we let you read attorney profiles and past client reviews before you ever have to talk to any of the attorneys that are matched to you.

To find out more about the legal scene in Amarillo, please visit these external links:

• State Bar of Texas
• Potter County Law Library
• Texas Laws
• Amarillo Area Bar Association