Atty. Charles Patrick Waites

Atty. Charles Patrick Waites

Mr. Charles Patrick Waites is a lawyer practicing appellate, commercial litigation, environmental litigation and 6 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles Patrick Waites at a glance

Charles Patrick Waites is a Senior Counsel based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Johnson DeLuca Kurisky & Gould A Professional Corporation. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, insurance, appellate, and energy. Admitted to practice in Texas (1994), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas (1995), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1996), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (2000). Educated at University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 1994) and Rice University (B.A. Economics, 1990). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Houston and Fifth Judicial Circuit Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Houston Bar Association Houston Young Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Charles Patrick Waites is a lawyer practicing appellate, commercial litigation, environmental litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.A. degree from Rice University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Charles practices at Johnson DeLuca Kurisky & Gould A Professional Corporation in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Charles Patrick Waites's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Charles Patrick Waites

Where is Charles Patrick Waites's law office located?
Charles Patrick Waites's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Johnson DeLuca Kurisky & Gould A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles Patrick Waites handle?
Charles Patrick Waites focuses on business, litigation, insurance, appellate, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Charles Patrick Waites practiced law?
Charles Patrick Waites has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Charles Patrick Waites go to law school?
Charles Patrick Waites earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A. Economics, 1990).
How can I contact Charles Patrick Waites for a consultation?
You can contact Charles Patrick Waites directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Charles Patrick Waites received?
Charles Patrick Waites's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas School of Law
- 1994
B.A. Economics
Rice University
- 1990

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 2002

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