Jones Act Law & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 43+ Years Experience
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About David P. Willis at a Glance
David P. Willis is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Willis Law Firm. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, tbi/sci, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Northern District Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court (1983) and New York (2005). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1982) and Baylor University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Harris County Bar Association (Vice-President, 1985-1986) State Bar of Texas Texas Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David P. Willis
- Mr. David P. Willis is a lawyer practicing jones act law, maritime law, personal injury and 4 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
- David practices at Willis Law Firm in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
David P. Willis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David P. Willis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Wrongful Death in Houston
David P. Willis is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Texas →
Personal Injury in Houston
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.
David P. Willis is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →
Brain & Spinal Cord Injury in Houston
David P. Willis is one of 10,159 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in Texas →
Civil Litigation in Houston
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David P. Willis is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →
Consumer Protection in Houston
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
David P. Willis is one of 50,226 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
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 venue, 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.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Houston Choose David P. Willis
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David P. Willis's practice in the field of wrongful death, personal injury, tbi/sci, litigation, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David P. Willis brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas Texas Northern District Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court and New York, David P. Willis can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful death, personal injury, and tbi/sci, David P. Willis can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means David P. Willis attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David P. Willis Handles in Houston
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David P. Willis has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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