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