EAST AUSTIN — TRAVIS COUNTY COURTS AND LOCAL EXPERTISE
East Austin is entirely within Travis County. The area's rapid gentrification has created unique legal tensions — landlord-tenant disputes, property disputes, and civil rights issues — alongside the traditional criminal and personal injury matters. East Austin's large immigrant and Spanish-speaking population creates specific legal needs, and our network includes bilingual attorneys who serve East Austin's diverse community.
Airport Boulevard and I-35 East are East Austin's most dangerous corridors. Airport Boulevard — which runs through the heart of East Austin from MLK to US-183 — sees frequent serious accidents, particularly at the I-35 frontage roads and Lamar Boulevard intersection. I-35 East's dense urban segment has high pedestrian accident rates near the 12th and 7th Street crossings.
Practice Areas Available in East Austin
Courts Serving East Austin Residents
Travis County District Courts
1000 Guadalupe St — just across I-35 from East Austin.
Travis County Courts at Law
Bowman Justice Center — misdemeanor cases.
Austin Municipal Court
1000 E. 11th Street — in East Austin itself.
Travis County JP Precinct 2
East Austin small claims and minor matters.
Most Dangerous Roads & Accident Locations Near East Austin
1Airport Boulevard
East Austin's main north-south arterial — high accident rates at I-35, MLK, and 51st Street intersections.
2East 6th Street Corridor
Entertainment district DWI enforcement — one of Austin's most active areas for weekend DWI arrests.
3I-35 East Frontage Roads
High pedestrian and bicycle activity mixing with fast-moving I-35 frontage road traffic.
4MLK Jr. Boulevard (E. 19th St)
East Austin's main east-west corridor — dangerous near I-35 and Airport Boulevard.
Frequently Asked Questions — East Austin TX
What zip codes are in East Austin?▾
East Austin primarily includes 78702 (East 6th/Cesar Chavez), 78721 (East MLK area), 78722 (Hyde Park East), and 78723 (Mueller/Manor Road area). All are in Travis County.
Is East 6th Street known for DWI enforcement?▾
Yes. The East 6th Street entertainment corridor sees elevated DWI enforcement Thursday through Saturday nights — similar to downtown 6th Street but on the east side of I-35.
Do you have Spanish-speaking attorneys in East Austin?▾
Yes. Our network includes bilingual Spanish-speaking attorneys who serve East Austin's large Spanish-speaking community across all practice areas.
What is the fastest-growing area in East Austin?▾
The 78702 zip code — particularly around East Cesar Chavez and East 6th Street — has seen the most rapid development and population growth in East Austin over the past decade.