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Elizabeth C. Petit is a family law and adr attorney based in Beaumont, Texas. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in Texas (Inactive) (1972), U.S. Supreme Court (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1981). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1972) and University of Colorado (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Jefferson County Bar Association. Serands clients in Beaumont, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Ms. Elizabeth C. Petit is a lawyer practicing family law, mediation
- Elizabeth received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Elizabeth practices in Beaumont, TX
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Elizabeth C. Petit handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Elizabeth C. Petit is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Texas →
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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 Beaumont 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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