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About Forrest K. Phifer at a glance
Forrest K. Phifer is a Presiding J. based in Rusk, Texas. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, child support, traffic, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Texas (1989), U.S. District Court, Northern, Eastern and Southern Districts of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fi (1990), and U.S. Supreme Court (1994). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1988) and Southern Methodist University (B.F.A., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Rusk, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Forrest K. Phifer is a lawyer practicing traffic violations, city ordinance infractions, misdemeanor offenses and 2 other areas of law
- Forrest received a B.F.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1978, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Forrest practices in Rusk, TX
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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 attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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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 Rusk 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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