Atty. Deborah Heaton McElvaney

Atty. Deborah Heaton McElvaney

Ms. Deborah Heaton McElvaney is a lawyer practicing adr, administrative and public, alternative dispute resolution and 7 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Deborah Heaton McElvaney at a glance

Deborah Heaton McElvaney is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at McElvaney & Kovach, L.L.P.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, ssd, litigation, education, and government. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas Texas Eas (1982). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1982) and Stephen F. Austin State University (B.S. University, 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston Bar Association State Bar of Texas Texas College of the State Bar. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Deborah Heaton McElvaney is a lawyer practicing adr, administrative and public, alternative dispute resolution and 7 other areas of law
  • Deborah received a B.S. degree from Stephen F. Austin State University in 1968, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Deborah practices at McElvaney & Kovach, L.L.P. in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Deborah Heaton McElvaney's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Deborah Heaton McElvaney is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Deborah Heaton McElvaney is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 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 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 Deborah Heaton McElvaney

Where is Deborah Heaton McElvaney's law office located?
Deborah Heaton McElvaney's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is McElvaney & Kovach, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Deborah Heaton McElvaney handle?
Deborah Heaton McElvaney focuses on business, ssd, litigation, education, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Deborah Heaton McElvaney practiced law?
Deborah Heaton McElvaney has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Deborah Heaton McElvaney go to law school?
Deborah Heaton McElvaney earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S. University, 1968).
How can I contact Deborah Heaton McElvaney for a consultation?
You can contact Deborah Heaton McElvaney 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 Deborah Heaton McElvaney received?
Deborah Heaton McElvaney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 1982
B.S. University
Stephen F. Austin State University
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas Texas Eas
Admitted: 1982

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