Atty. Edward Michael Cottrell

Atty. Edward Michael Cottrell

Mr. Edward Michael Cottrell is a lawyer practicing litigation practice, technology, intellectual property and 12 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 18 yrs experience 18 year
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About Edward Michael Cottrell at a glance

Edward Michael Cottrell is an Attorney based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on probate, criminal defense, business, ip, and securities. Admitted to practice in Texas (2008) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (2009). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 2008) and Rice University (B.A. Mathematics, 2001). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Edward Michael Cottrell is a lawyer practicing litigation practice, technology, intellectual property and 12 other areas of law
  • Edward received a B.A. degree from Rice University in 2001, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Edward practices at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Edward Michael Cottrell's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Securities Law

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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 Edward Michael Cottrell

Where is Edward Michael Cottrell's law office located?
Edward Michael Cottrell's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward Michael Cottrell handle?
Edward Michael Cottrell focuses on probate, criminal defense, business, ip, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Edward Michael Cottrell practiced law?
Edward Michael Cottrell has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Edward Michael Cottrell go to law school?
Edward Michael Cottrell earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A. Mathematics, 2001).
How can I contact Edward Michael Cottrell for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 2008
B.A. Mathematics
Rice University
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2008
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 2009

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