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About Hal S. Sumner at a glance
Hal S. Sumner is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Sumner Schick LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas (1975). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1975) and North Texas State University (B.B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Hal S. Sumner is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, litigation, companies had criminal exposure and 2 other areas of law
- Hal received a B.B.A. degree from North Texas State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Hal practices at Sumner Schick LLP in Dallas, TX
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Dallas 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 venue, 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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