Atty. Catherine Bukowski Smith

Atty. Catherine Bukowski Smith

Ms. Catherine Bukowski Smith is a lawyer practicing appellate: civil, capital markets and securities, corporate governance and compliance and 6 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Catherine Bukowski Smith at a glance

Catherine Bukowski Smith is a Counsel based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Vinson & Elkins LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, appellate, and energy. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. Supr (1985). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1985) and University of Houston (B.A. English, 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chair-Elect, Appellate Practice Section, State Bar of Texas Houston Bar Association. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Catherine Bukowski Smith is a lawyer practicing appellate: civil, capital markets and securities, corporate governance and compliance and 6 other areas of law
  • Catherine received a B.A. degree from University of Houston in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Catherine practices at Vinson & Elkins LLP in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Catherine Bukowski Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Catherine Bukowski Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Appellate Practice

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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 Catherine Bukowski Smith

Where is Catherine Bukowski Smith's law office located?
Catherine Bukowski Smith's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Vinson & Elkins LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Catherine Bukowski Smith handle?
Catherine Bukowski Smith focuses on business, m&a, securities, appellate, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Catherine Bukowski Smith practiced law?
Catherine Bukowski Smith has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Catherine Bukowski Smith go to law school?
Catherine Bukowski Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A. English, 1981).
How can I contact Catherine Bukowski Smith for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Catherine Bukowski Smith received?
Catherine Bukowski Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 1985
B.A. English
University of Houston
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. Supr
Admitted: 1985

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