Atty. David Sutter

Atty. David Sutter

Phi Delta Phi. Co-Author: "Calculating Beneficial Interests in a Beneficial Interest Unit", CDOA Review Manual, 1991.

Midland Midland 45 yrs experience 45 year
Call (432) 897-1697 Book Appointment

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About David Sutter at a glance

David Sutter is an Of Counsel based in Midland, Texas, practicing at Lynch, Chappell & Alsup A Professional Corporation. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on real estate, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1981), Texas (1988), New Mexico (1999), and North Dakota (2008). Educated at University of Nebraska (J.D., 1981) and University of Nebraska (B.S., 1978). Active member of State Bar of New Mexico Midland County Bar Association Association of International Petroleum Negotiators American Association of Petroleum Landmen Permian Basin Landmen's Association. Provides legal services in Spanish. Serands clients in Midland, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Phi Delta Phi

Co-Author

  • "Calculating Beneficial Interests in a Beneficial Interest Unit", CDOA Review Manual, 1991
  • Certified Professional Landman (1989)
  • Appointed by Secretary of Interior to Alaska OCS Advisory Committee, 1996-1997

Practice Areas Explained

David Sutter's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 Midland 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 Sutter

Where is David Sutter's law office located?
David Sutter's law practice is located in Midland, Texas. The firm is Lynch, Chappell & Alsup A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Sutter handle?
David Sutter focuses on real estate, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has David Sutter practiced law?
David Sutter has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
What languages does David Sutter speak?
David Sutter provides legal services in Spanish. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did David Sutter go to law school?
David Sutter earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S., 1978).
How can I contact David Sutter for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska
- 1981
B.S.
University of Nebraska
- 1978

Languages

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1981
Texas
Admitted: 1988
New Mexico
Admitted: 1999
North Dakota
Admitted: 2008

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