Atty. David Wayne Copeland

Atty. David Wayne Copeland

Mr. David Wayne Copeland is a lawyer practicing environmental and natural resources, oil & gas.

Fort Worth Fort Worth 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About David Wayne Copeland at a glance

David Wayne Copeland is a SM Energy Company based in Fort Worth, Texas. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on environmental and energy. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Western Distr (1982). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 1982) and Midwestern State University (B.B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Fort Worth, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. David Wayne Copeland is a lawyer practicing environmental and natural resources, oil & gas
  • David received a B.B.A. degree from Midwestern State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • David practices in Fort Worth, TX

Practice Areas Explained

David Wayne Copeland's Areas of Practice

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

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.

David Wayne Copeland is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Texas →

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 Fort Worth 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 Wayne Copeland

Where is David Wayne Copeland's law office located?
David Wayne Copeland's law practice is located in Fort Worth, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Wayne Copeland handle?
David Wayne Copeland focuses on environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has David Wayne Copeland practiced law?
David Wayne Copeland has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did David Wayne Copeland go to law school?
David Wayne Copeland earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.B.A., 1979).
How can I contact David Wayne Copeland for a consultation?
You can contact David Wayne Copeland 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 David Wayne Copeland received?
David Wayne Copeland's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University
- 1982
B.B.A.
Midwestern State University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Western Distr
Admitted: 1982

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