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Atty. Gary M. Bellair

Atty. Gary M. Bellair

Recipient: American Jurisprudence Award, Legal Analysis, Wills and Trusts; John Crews Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year Award, Lubbock County Bar Association, 1996; Arbitrator of the Year Award, Better Business Bureau of the South Plains, 1987; Legal Professionalism Award, State Bar of Texas Law Student Division, 1989. Member and Chairperson of General Programs, Texas Tech Board of Barristers, 1990-1991.

Lubbock Lubbock 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Gary M. Bellair at a glance

Gary M. Bellair is an Of Counsel based in Lubbock, Texas, practicing at Craig, Terrill, Hamm, Grossman & Erwin, L.L.P.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on litigation, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Texas (1991), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1992), U.S. Supreme Court (1996), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas (1998). Educated at Texas Tech University School of Law (J.D., 1991) and St. John's University (B.S. Texas, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Lubbock, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Recipient

  • American Jurisprudence Award, Legal Analysis, Wills and Trusts
  • John Crews Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year Award, Lubbock County Bar Association, 1996
  • Arbitrator of the Year Award, Better Business Bureau of the South Plains, 1987
  • Legal Professionalism Award, State Bar of Texas Law Student Division, 1989
  • Member and Chairperson of General Programs, Texas Tech Board of Barristers, 1990-1991
  • Administrative Director, 1990-1991 and Editor, 1989-1990, Texas Tech Legal Research Board
  • Member, Lubbock Big Brothers Big Sisters, 2000-
  • Member, 1995-2000 and President, 1998-2000, Lubbock Community Theatre Board
  • Member, 1986-1995 and Chairman, 1991-1995, Lubbock Transit Advisory Board
  • Member, Goals For Lubbock, 1994-1995
  • Arbitrator, 1986-, Mediator, Better Business Bureau of the South Plains, Inc. Listed in Who's Who Among American Law Students

Practice Areas Explained

Gary M. Bellair's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

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Appellate Practice

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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 Gary M. Bellair

Where is Gary M. Bellair's law office located?
Gary M. Bellair's law practice is located in Lubbock, Texas. The firm is Craig, Terrill, Hamm, Grossman & Erwin, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary M. Bellair handle?
Gary M. Bellair focuses on litigation, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Gary M. Bellair practiced law?
Gary M. Bellair has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Gary M. Bellair go to law school?
Gary M. Bellair earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S. Texas, 1975).
How can I contact Gary M. Bellair for a consultation?
You can contact Gary M. Bellair directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Gary M. Bellair received?
Gary M. Bellair's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University School of Law
- 1991
B.S. Texas
St. John's University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1998

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