Atty. Howard Shapiro
Mr. Howard Shapiro is a lawyer practicing family law, child support, criminal law.
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Howard Shapiro is a Senior Partner based in Plano, Texas, practicing at The Shapiro Law Firm. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, and child support. Admitted to practice in Texas (1973). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1973) and University of Texas at Austin (B.B.A. Accounting, 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Plano, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Howard Shapiro is a lawyer practicing family law, child support, criminal law
- Howard received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Howard practices at The Shapiro Law Firm in Plano, TX
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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 Plano 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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