Atty. Benjamin D. Burnett

Atty. Benjamin D. Burnett

Ben is a shareholder who joined the firm in September 2012. Since graduating from law school, Ben has called Bell County home, where he currently resides with his lovely wife, Ellen, and their twin boys.

Temple Temple 16 yrs experience 16 year
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Profile Summary

About Benjamin D. Burnett at a glance

Benjamin D. Burnett is a Shareholder based in Temple, Texas, practicing at Baird, Crews, Schiller & Whitaker, P.C.. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas United States District Court for the Western District of Texas (2010). Educated at University of Houston Law Center (J.D., 2009) and University of Oklahoma (B.B.A. Marketing, 2007). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Texas Texas Young Lawyers Association Bell County Bar Association Bell County Young Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Temple, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ben is a shareholder who joined the firm in September 2012
  • Since graduating from law school, Ben has called Bell County home, where he currently resides with his lovely wife, Ellen, and their twin boys
  • Ben is licensed to practice in Texas by the Texas Supreme Court and has been admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas and the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas

Practice Areas Explained

Benjamin D. Burnett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin D. Burnett handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Temple 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 Benjamin D. Burnett

Where is Benjamin D. Burnett's law office located?
Benjamin D. Burnett's law practice is located in Temple, Texas. The firm is Baird, Crews, Schiller & Whitaker, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Benjamin D. Burnett handle?
Benjamin D. Burnett focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Benjamin D. Burnett practiced law?
Benjamin D. Burnett has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Benjamin D. Burnett go to law school?
Benjamin D. Burnett earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.B.A. Marketing, 2007).
How can I contact Benjamin D. Burnett for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Benjamin D. Burnett received?
Benjamin D. Burnett's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Houston Law Center
- 2009
B.B.A. Marketing
University of Oklahoma
- 2007

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas United States District Court for the Western District of Texas
Admitted: 2010

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