Atty. Austin Wayne Brister

Atty. Austin Wayne Brister

Austin Wayne Brister is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, oil and gas, oil, gas and energy resources. Austin received a B.M. degree from University of Northern Colorado in 2008, and has been licensed for 15 years.

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Profile Summary

About Austin Wayne Brister at a glance

Austin Wayne Brister is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at McGinnis Lochridge. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on litigation and energy. Admitted to practice in Wyoming (2011), Colorado (2011), North Dakota (2012), and Texas (2012). Educated at University of Wyoming (J.D., 2011) and University of Northern Colorado (B.M., 2008). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Austin Wayne Brister is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, oil and gas, oil, gas and energy resources
  • Austin received a B.M. degree from University of Northern Colorado in 2008, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • Austin practices at McGinnis Lochridge in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Austin Wayne Brister's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Austin Wayne Brister handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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Energy & Utilities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Austin Wayne Brister

Where is Austin Wayne Brister's law office located?
Austin Wayne Brister's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is McGinnis Lochridge. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Austin Wayne Brister handle?
Austin Wayne Brister focuses on litigation, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Austin Wayne Brister practiced law?
Austin Wayne Brister has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Austin Wayne Brister go to law school?
Austin Wayne Brister earned their education at (J.D., 2011); (B.M., 2008).
How can I contact Austin Wayne Brister for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Wyoming
- 2011
B.M.
University of Northern Colorado
- 2008

Bar Admissions

Wyoming
Admitted: 2011
Colorado
Admitted: 2011
North Dakota
Admitted: 2012
Texas
Admitted: 2012

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