Atty. Fernando M. Bustos

Atty. Fernando M. Bustos

At the helm of Bustos Law Firm, P.C., Fernando M. Bustos navigates the complex realms of constitutional and commercial litigation, intellectual property, labor and employment law, receiverships, and appeals.

Lubbock Lubbock 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Fernando M. Bustos is a Member based in Lubbock, Texas, practicing at Bustos Law Firm, P.C.. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, trademark, copyright, and sexual harassment. Admitted to practice in Texas (1997), U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Western and Eastern Districts of Texas (1998), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1999), and U.S. Supreme Court (2001). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 1997) and Brigham Young University (B.A., 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Lubbock County Bar Association (Director, 2004-2007) Fifth Circuit Bar Association State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Lubbock, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • At the helm of Bustos Law Firm, P.C., Fernando M. Bustos navigates the complex realms of constitutional and commercial litigation, intellectual property, labor and employment law, receiverships, and appeals
  • He operates out of Lubbock, Texas, and offers services to the local community
  • Alongside his legal work, he actively manages trademark and copyright registrations and has successfully mediated and arbitrated employment discrimination disputes
  • Mr. Bustos began his legal journey at Texas Tech University School of Law, graduating in 1997
  • He honed his legal acumen as a briefing attorney for the Honorable Sam R. Cummings at the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
  • Before establishing Bustos Law Firm, P.C., he was a partner at one of Lubbock’s most venerable law firms, where he further refined his legal prowess
  • With legal credentials from Texas since 1997 and New Mexico since 2018, Mr. Bustos is authorized to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, the United States Tax Court, the United States District Courts for the Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas, the United States District Court for the District of New Mexico and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
  • He has also served as a receiver for the SEC case involving over 250 investor victims, while also securing a $150 million judgment in a separate investment fraud case
  • Mr. Bustos’ leadership capabilities are evidenced by his former role as chairman of the Federal Court Advisory Committee for the U.S
  • District Court for the Northern District of Texas – a prestigious group of attorneys that provides counsel on practice issues to the federal courts
  • From 2000 to 2013, he enriched minds as an adjunct professor at Texas Tech University School of Law, teaching civil rights law and the art of client counseling
  • A knowledgeable professional, Mr. Bustos is peer-review rated AV Preeminent* through Martindale-Hubbell, underscoring his professional excellence
  • He is also proficient in Spanish, adding a valuable dimension to his professional capabilities. *AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies
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  • Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary
  • Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards
  • Practice areas Business Litigation, Constitutional Litigation, Appellate, Employment & Labor: Employee, Employment Litigation: Defense, Intellectual Property

Practice Areas Explained

Fernando M. Bustos's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

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Workplace Discrimination

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Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Sexual Harassment

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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 Lubbock 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 Fernando M. Bustos

Where is Fernando M. Bustos's law office located?
Fernando M. Bustos's law practice is located in Lubbock, Texas. The firm is Bustos Law Firm, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Fernando M. Bustos handle?
Fernando M. Bustos focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, trademark, copyright, sexual harassment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Fernando M. Bustos practiced law?
Fernando M. Bustos has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Fernando M. Bustos go to law school?
Fernando M. Bustos earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Fernando M. Bustos for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Fernando M. Bustos received?
Fernando M. Bustos's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

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Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University
- 1997
B.A.
Brigham Young University
- 1994

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Western and Eastern Districts of Texas
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2001
U.S. Tax Court New Mexico
Admitted: 2001

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