Atty. Bernard John Hooks

Atty. Bernard John Hooks

Mr. Bernard John Hooks is a lawyer practicing business law, real estate, family law and 3 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 64 Years Experience 64 year
Call (281) 768-4043

Profile Summary

About Bernard John Hooks at a glance

Bernard John Hooks is a trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and business attorney based in Houston, Texas. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court (1962). Educated at University of Houston (LL.B., 1962). Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Bernard John Hooks is a lawyer practicing business law, real estate, family law and 3 other areas of law
  • Bernard has been licensed for 64 years
  • Bernard practices in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Bernard John Hooks's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bernard John Hooks handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Bernard John Hooks is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

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 venue, 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 Bernard John Hooks

Where is Bernard John Hooks's law office located?
Bernard John Hooks's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bernard John Hooks handle?
Bernard John Hooks focuses on trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Bernard John Hooks practiced law?
Bernard John Hooks has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did Bernard John Hooks go to law school?
Bernard John Hooks earned their education at (LL.B., 1962).
How can I contact Bernard John Hooks for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
University of Houston
- 1962

Bar Admissions

Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court
Admitted: 1962

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