About Us
It Begins With a Risk Free Assessment Call With Our Legal Team
Our Mission Is Clear
Fighting for Freedom. Restoring Hope. Changing Lives.
We are dedicated to standing with individuals who are seeking a second chance at justice. We understand that even after a conviction, the fight for fairness, constitutional rights, and due process does not end. When errors, ineffective assistance of counsel, or new evidence come to light, meaningful relief may still be possible.
We approach every post-conviction case with meticulous review, strategic precision, and unwavering commitment. These cases demand deep legal analysis, careful investigation, and persistence – and we are prepared to meet that challenge.
Our mission is to pursue justice beyond the verdict, advocating for relief that protects our clients’ rights, restores hope, and safeguards their future whenever the law allows.
– SEEK JUSTICE. DEFEND THE OPPRESSED – Isaiah 1:17
The People Behind Your Case
Meet Our Team
Our attorneys bring focused experience in criminal appellate law, habeas corpus, and post-conviction litigation. We work closely with clients and their families to understand each case, evaluate the available legal options, and pursue the appropriate path forward. With experience across complex post-conviction matters, our team combines legal knowledge, strategic thinking, and personal attention throughout the process.
Sarah Durham
PARTNER – Board Certified Criminal Appeal Attorney
Sarah Durham leads our post-conviction team and is Board Certified in Criminal Appellate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. This certification means she has proven experience handling some of the most complex post-conviction and appellate cases in Texas.
For clients and families searching for answers after a conviction, Sarah brings careful attention to detail, thorough legal research, and powerful written advocacy. She focuses on uncovering overlooked issues, identifying legal errors, and finding realistic paths to relief – even in cases that may feel overwhelming or hopeless.
Jacob Blizzard
MANAGING PARTNER – Board Certified Criminal Appeals
Jacob Blizzard is a highly respected Texas post-conviction attorney who helps incarcerated individuals – and the families standing beside them- navigate the difficult legal process after a conviction. He understands that post-conviction cases are not just legal matters; they affect entire families who are searching for answers, hope, and a way forward.
Jacob is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in both Criminal Law and Criminal Appellate Law, a rare distinction held by only a small number of attorneys statewide. These certifications reflect extensive experience and a deep understanding of the complex legal challenges involved in post-conviction and appellate cases.
Morgan Walker
Senior Post Conviction Attorney
Morgan Walker understands that post-conviction cases affect more than just the person who is incarcerated. They impact entire families waiting for answers and hope. She combines real courtroom experience with a deep understanding of appellate and post-conviction law to identify the issues that can truly change the outcome of a case.
Families working with Morgan know they will be heard, respected, and kept informed. She is known for her ability to explain a complex and confusing process in clear, compassionate terms, helping clients and loved ones feel less overwhelmed and more supported during an incredibly difficult time.
What We Handle
Focused on the Issues That Matter Most
Every case has its own history, challenges, and legal considerations. We take the time to understand the details and pursue the legal options that may be available. We represent individuals across Texas in a range of post-conviction matters, including:
State & Federal Relief
Challenging unlawful imprisonment and raising constitutional or legal issues through state and federal habeas proceedings.
Reviewing Legal Errors
Examining trial and sentencing errors that may provide grounds for appellate review.
Investigating New Evidence
Reviewing evidence, legal issues, and case history that may raise questions about the validity of a conviction.
Advocating for Your Release
Providing legal representation and guidance through the parole process and related proceedings.
Seeking Available Relief
Exploring legal options when a sentence may be unlawful, excessive, or affected by legal error.
Pursuing the Truth
Examining new evidence and other legal grounds that may support an actual innocence claim.
Our Approach
Client-Focused. Results-Driven.
Post-conviction work is different from any other area of law. It requires persistence, creativity, and a deep commitment to justice. At Blizzard & Zimmerman Attorneys, our team takes pride in:
- Responsive communication with clients and families who are patient and aware taht these types of cases take time
- Thorough case evaluation based on transcripts, records, and legal research
- Innovative litigation strategies tailored to the unique facts of every case
- Compassionate guidance through a stressful, emotional process
When you choose us, you aren’t just hiring an attorney – you’re gaining a legal team that listens, cares, and fights relentlessly for your future.
Here When You Need Us
You Don’t Have to Face the System Alone
We know how overwhelming and confusing the post-conviction process can be – for clients and their families. Whether you’re seeking to overturn a wrongful conviction, correct a legal error, or pursue a second chance, our team is here to guide you through every step.
If you have questions, concerns, or need clarity about your legal options, we’re just a phone call away to schedule FREE case review, (325) 252-6064. When freedom is on the line, you deserve a team that won’t give up.