Atty. Jay Allen Cantrell

Atty. Jay Allen Cantrell

Mr. Jay Allen Cantrell is a lawyer practicing administrative, alternative dispute resolution, business and 8 other areas of law.

Wichita Falls Wichita Falls 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Jay Allen Cantrell at a glance

Jay Allen Cantrell is a Member based in Wichita Falls, Texas, practicing at Jay A. Cantrell, P.C. Attorney at Law. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1978). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 1978) and Midwestern University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Wichita County (President, 1986-1987) and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Texas Association of Bank Counsel. Serands clients in Wichita Falls, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Jay Allen Cantrell is a lawyer practicing administrative, alternative dispute resolution, business and 8 other areas of law
  • Jay received a B.A. degree from Midwestern University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Jay practices at Jay A. Cantrell, P.C
  • Attorney at Law in Wichita Falls, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Jay Allen Cantrell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay Allen Cantrell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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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 Wichita Falls 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 Jay Allen Cantrell

Where is Jay Allen Cantrell's law office located?
Jay Allen Cantrell's law practice is located in Wichita Falls, Texas. The firm is Jay A. Cantrell, P.C. Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jay Allen Cantrell handle?
Jay Allen Cantrell focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Jay Allen Cantrell practiced law?
Jay Allen Cantrell has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Jay Allen Cantrell go to law school?
Jay Allen Cantrell earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Jay Allen Cantrell for a consultation?
You can contact Jay Allen Cantrell 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 Jay Allen Cantrell received?
Jay Allen Cantrell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University
- 1978
B.A.
Midwestern University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1978

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