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About Jacalyn D. Scott at a glance
Jacalyn D. Scott is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Wilshire & Scott, PC. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Texas (1978), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1979), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1981), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1985). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1978) and Stephen F. Austin State University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Ms. Jacalyn D. Scott is a lawyer practicing civil trial, appellate, commercial
- Jacalyn received a B.A. degree from Stephen F. Austin State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Jacalyn practices at Wilshire & Scott, PC in Houston, TX
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Houston 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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