Profile Summary
About Bruce W. Akerly at a glance
Bruce W. Akerly is a Partner based in Lewisville, Texas, practicing at Akerly Law PLLC. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, real estate, ip, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Texas (1982). Educated at Texas Tech University Law School (J.D., 1982) and Southwest Texas State University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dallas Bar Association American Bar Association Bar Association of the Fifth Federal Circuit State Bar of Texas American Bankruptcy Institute Commercial Law League. Serands clients in Lewisville, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About
- Mr. Bruce W. Akerly is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & financial restructuring, business, commercial and 12 other areas of law
- Bruce received a B.A. degree from Southwest Texas State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Bruce practices at Akerly Law PLLC in Lewisville, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Bruce W. Akerly's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bruce W. Akerly handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Bruce W. Akerly is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Texas →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Bruce W. Akerly is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Bruce W. Akerly is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Texas →
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Bruce W. Akerly is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Texas →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Bruce W. Akerly is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 Lewisville 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.
Looking for additional Texas attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Lewisville or all attorneys in Texas.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about Bruce W. Akerly
Where is Bruce W. Akerly's law office located?
What practice areas does Bruce W. Akerly handle?
How long has Bruce W. Akerly practiced law?
Where did Bruce W. Akerly go to law school?
How can I contact Bruce W. Akerly for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has Bruce W. Akerly received?
Practice Areas
Education
Awards
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.