MEMBER CENTER
Central Texas Flood Legal Response
Over the July 4th weekend, devastating flooding struck several Central Texas Counties. We extend our heartfelt condolences to everyone affected by this tragedy.
Thank you for your compassion and willingness to serve. Your instinct to assist speaks volumes about our legal community. Right now, emergency responders and professional relief organizations are actively assessing needs and coordinating immediate aid.
The best way we can support their efforts—and the impacted communities—is to be ready to assist once their assessments are complete and volunteer roles are clearly defined.
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Attorney Volunteer Information | Disaster Assistance | Disaster Response Resources | Court Orders
Attorney Volunteer Information
We have reached out to the agencies that typically coordinate a response for disaster-related legal needs. Please stand by. We'll share more details as needs become clear.
Sign-up to register as a volunteer attorney with Texas RioGrande Legal Aid
Disaster Assistance
SABA Member Center Access:
If you know someone who needs temporary office space or internet access, please let them know that SABA’s Member Center is open to them at no charge.
126 E Nueva St, 3rd Floor, San Antonio, TX 78204
(across from the Bexar County Courthouse)
If your property has been damaged by the flood:
- TRLA Disaster Legal Assistance Page
- Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA)
Flood Response Hotline
TRLA Hotline for Flood Assistance:
Dial 956-996-8752 and select option 3 for flood-related legal help.
Disaster Response Resources
- State Bar of Texas Disaster Relief Resources
- State Bar of Texas Disaster Resources for Attorneys
- TYLA Disaster Relief Resources
Graphic courtesy of the Texas Access to Justice Commission
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Court Orders
July 8, 2025 – Supreme Court of Texas & Court of Criminal Appeals
First Emergency Order on the Hill Country Flood State of Disaster
Pursuant to this order and Texas Government Code:
- Statute of limitations applicable to civil claims is suspended if the disaster prevented timely filing
- All courts should consider disaster-related delays as good cause for modifying or suspending deadlines
- Attorneys and litigants are encouraged to cooperate with counsel, parties, and court personnel for accommodations
July 11, 2025 – Expanded Disaster Declaration
This order now includes the following counties:
- Tom Green
- San Saba
- Burnet
- Travis
- Williamson
In addition to Kerr County.
Stay Updated
We’ll continue to update you in the coming days and weeks. Thank you again for your generosity and patience as we prepare to serve where we are needed most.
