Atty. Charles J. Paternostro

Atty. Charles J. Paternostro

Mr. Charles J.

Dallas Dallas 60 yrs experience 60 year
Call (214) 983-8416 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Charles J. Paternostro at a glance

Charles J. Paternostro is a trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and ssd attorney based in Dallas, Texas. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Admitted to practice in Texas (1966). Educated at Baylor University (LL.B., 1966) and North Texas State University (B.B.A., 1963). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Charles J. Paternostro is a lawyer practicing criminal, litigation: personal injury, wills-trusts-probate and 4 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.B.A. degree from North Texas State University in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • Charles practices in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Charles J. Paternostro's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles J. Paternostro handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Charles J. Paternostro is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Texas →

Probate

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Charles J. Paternostro is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd 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 Dallas 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 Charles J. Paternostro

Where is Charles J. Paternostro's law office located?
Charles J. Paternostro's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles J. Paternostro handle?
Charles J. Paternostro focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Charles J. Paternostro practiced law?
Charles J. Paternostro has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did Charles J. Paternostro go to law school?
Charles J. Paternostro earned their education at (LL.B., 1966); (B.B.A., 1963).
How can I contact Charles J. Paternostro for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
Baylor University
- 1966
B.B.A.
North Texas State University
- 1963

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1966

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