Atty. Donna Jernigan

Atty. Donna Jernigan

Donna Jernigan is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy. Donna received a B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Dallas Dallas 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About Donna Jernigan at a glance

Donna Jernigan is a bankruptcy attorney based in Dallas, Texas. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Texas (1996) and U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas (1997). Educated at Drake University Law School (J.D., 1996) and Southern Methodist University (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Donna Jernigan is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy
  • Donna received a B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Donna practices in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Donna Jernigan's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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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 Dallas 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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Where is Donna Jernigan's law office located?
Donna Jernigan's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donna Jernigan handle?
Donna Jernigan focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Donna Jernigan practiced law?
Donna Jernigan has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Donna Jernigan go to law school?
Donna Jernigan earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1993).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Drake University Law School
- 1996
B.A.
Southern Methodist University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas
Admitted: 1997

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