Atty. Cecil Jay Olmstead III

Atty. Cecil Jay Olmstead III

Mr. Cecil Jay Olmstead III is a lawyer practicing banking & finance, business, finance.

Houston Houston 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Cecil Jay Olmstead III at a glance

Cecil Jay Olmstead III is an Of Counsel based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Norton Rose Fulbright. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business. Admitted to practice in Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals US Supreme Court (1976). Educated at Yale University Law School (J.D., 1976) and University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Finance and Commerce (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Texas The American Law Institute Texas Association of Bank Counsel. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Cecil Jay Olmstead III is a lawyer practicing banking & finance, business, finance
  • Cecil received a B.S. degree from University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Finance and Commerce in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Cecil practices at Norton Rose Fulbright in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Cecil Jay Olmstead III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cecil Jay Olmstead III 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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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 Cecil Jay Olmstead III

Where is Cecil Jay Olmstead III's law office located?
Cecil Jay Olmstead III's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Norton Rose Fulbright. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cecil Jay Olmstead III handle?
Cecil Jay Olmstead III focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Cecil Jay Olmstead III practiced law?
Cecil Jay Olmstead III has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Cecil Jay Olmstead III go to law school?
Cecil Jay Olmstead III earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact Cecil Jay Olmstead III for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Cecil Jay Olmstead III received?
Cecil Jay Olmstead III's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Yale University Law School
- 1976
B.S.
University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Finance and Commerce
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals US Supreme Court
Admitted: 1976

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