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Edward S. Topek is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Topek & Topek. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, juvenile, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court US Supreme Court (1970). Educated at University of Texas at Austin (J.D., 1970) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Texas. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Edward S. Topek is a lawyer practicing criminal, juvenile, appellate: criminal and 1 other area of law
- Edward received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years
- Edward practices at Topek & Topek in Houston, TX
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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 venue, 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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