Atty. Cletus C. Schenk

Atty. Cletus C. Schenk

Mr. Cletus C.

Wichita Falls Wichita Falls 68 yrs experience 68 year
Call (580) 360-0388 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Cletus C. Schenk at a glance

Cletus C. Schenk is an Of Counsel based in Wichita Falls, Texas, practicing at Schenk, Schenk & Haines, PLLC. They have 68+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1958. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas (1958), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1959), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas (1959), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth and Eleventh Circuits and U.S. Supreme Court (1969). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1958) and Midwestern University (B.A., 1955). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Wichita County Bar Association (President, 1974) State Bar of Texas The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Texas Trial Lawyers Association Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Tri County Bar Association. Serands clients in Wichita Falls, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Cletus C. Schenk is a lawyer practicing personal injury, family law, criminal and 2 other areas of law
  • Cletus received a B.A. degree from Midwestern University in 1955, and has been licensed for 68 years
  • Cletus practices at Schenk, Schenk & Haines, PLLC in Wichita Falls, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Cletus C. Schenk's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cletus C. Schenk handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Wichita Falls 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 Cletus C. Schenk

Where is Cletus C. Schenk's law office located?
Cletus C. Schenk's law practice is located in Wichita Falls, Texas. The firm is Schenk, Schenk & Haines, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cletus C. Schenk handle?
Cletus C. Schenk focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Cletus C. Schenk practiced law?
Cletus C. Schenk has 68+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1958.
Where did Cletus C. Schenk go to law school?
Cletus C. Schenk earned their education at (J.D., 1958); (B.A., 1955).
How can I contact Cletus C. Schenk for a consultation?
You can contact Cletus C. Schenk 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 Cletus C. Schenk received?
Cletus C. Schenk's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas
- 1958
B.A.
Midwestern University
- 1955

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1958
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1959
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 1959
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth and Eleventh Circuits and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1969

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