Atty. Ernest Davila

Atty. Ernest Davila

Mr. Ernest Davila is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, criminal, wills and 3 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 38 yrs experience 38 year
Call (832) 956-1245 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Ernest Davila at a glance

Ernest Davila is a wills, trusts, probate, criminal defense, and appellate attorney based in Houston, Texas. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Texas (1988). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1988) and Corpus Christi State University (B.A., 1985). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Ernest Davila is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, criminal, wills and 3 other areas of law
  • Ernest received a B.A. degree from Corpus Christi State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Ernest practices in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Ernest Davila's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Trusts

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Probate

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Ernest Davila is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Texas →

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 Ernest Davila

Where is Ernest Davila's law office located?
Ernest Davila's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ernest Davila handle?
Ernest Davila focuses on wills, trusts, probate, criminal defense, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Ernest Davila practiced law?
Ernest Davila has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Ernest Davila go to law school?
Ernest Davila earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Ernest Davila for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Houston
- 1988
B.A.
Corpus Christi State University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1988

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