Atty. David Douglas Balkum

Atty. David Douglas Balkum

Mr. David Douglas Balkum is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, banking law, business and 11 other areas of law.

Belton Belton 39 yrs experience 39 year
Call (254) 818-0063 Book Appointment

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About David Douglas Balkum at a glance

David Douglas Balkum is a contracts, criminal defense, business, real estate, and tax attorney based in Belton, Texas. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Texas (1987). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1987) and Houston Baptist University (B.A., 1984). Serands clients in Belton, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. David Douglas Balkum is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, banking law, business and 11 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Houston Baptist University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • David practices in Belton, TX

Practice Areas Explained

David Douglas Balkum's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Douglas Balkum handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Tax 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 Belton 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 David Douglas Balkum

Where is David Douglas Balkum's law office located?
David Douglas Balkum's law practice is located in Belton, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Douglas Balkum handle?
David Douglas Balkum focuses on contracts, criminal defense, business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has David Douglas Balkum practiced law?
David Douglas Balkum has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did David Douglas Balkum go to law school?
David Douglas Balkum earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact David Douglas Balkum for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Houston
- 1987
B.A.
Houston Baptist University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1987

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