Ellis County (Waxahachie) Venue Guide
109 S. Jackson Street, Waxahachie, TX 7516518mo
Avg. to Trial
~400
Court PI Filings
District
Court Type
E-Filing
Jury Pool Characteristics
DFW metro — fast-growing southern suburb
Mix of rural old-timers and suburban newcomers
Conservative-moderate demographics
Population ~185,000 and growing rapidly
Filing Procedures
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E-filing mandatory via eFileTexas.gov
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Modified comparative fault — 51% bar
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2-year SOL for PI
Local Rules & Requirements
Modified comparative fault — 51% bar
2-year SOL
Ellis County local rules
Mandatory mediation
Mandatory ADR
Mandatory mediation
Strategic Tips
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I-35E corridor — Dallas to Waco
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US-77 and US-287 intersections
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Rapid suburban growth creating construction zone accidents
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Midlothian cement plant industrial traffic
Frequently Asked Questions — Ellis County (Waxahachie)
Sources & Methodology
Disposition times: Based on state court annual reports and the National Center for State Courts (NCSC) State Court Caseload Digest (2023). Estimated averages for personal injury civil cases; actual timelines vary by case complexity.
Caseload figures: Derived from state court annual reports and NCSC Court Statistics Project data where available.
Filing procedures & fees: From court websites and published local rules of court, current as of early 2026. Fees and procedures are subject to change.
Jury pool characteristics: Based on county demographic data (U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022), county-level jury verdict reporters, and published local bar association litigation guides.
Disclaimer: Court venue profiles are for educational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Procedures, fees, and timelines change frequently. Verify all information with the court clerk's office before filing.
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