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About Bernard J. Shealy at a glance
Bernard J. Shealy is an Asst. Fed. Def. based in La Porte, Texas. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, federal crimes, and military. Admitted to practice in Texas US Supreme Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court US Court of Appeals for the Armed Fo (1988). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1987) and University of Houston (B.A. Psychology, 1984). Serands clients in La Porte, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Bernard J. Shealy is a lawyer practicing federal criminal law, military law, criminal and 1 other area of law
- Bernard received a B.A. degree from University of Houston in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Bernard practices in La Porte, TX
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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 La Porte 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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