Atty. Jay Cullen Paxton

Atty. Jay Cullen Paxton

Mr. Jay Cullen Paxton is a lawyer practicing real estate, legal specialization, wills-trusts-probate and 1 other area of law.

Houston Houston 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Jay Cullen Paxton at a glance

Jay Cullen Paxton is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Morris, Lendais, Hollrah & Snowden A Professional Corporation. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Texas (1977) and U.S. Tax Court (1979). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1977) and Baylor University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston Bar Association State Bar of Texas (Member, Real Estate, Probate and Trust Law Section) Texas Land Title Association. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Jay Cullen Paxton is a lawyer practicing real estate, legal specialization, wills-trusts-probate and 1 other area of law
  • Jay received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Jay practices at Morris, Lendais, Hollrah & Snowden A Professional Corporation in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Jay Cullen Paxton's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jay Cullen Paxton

Where is Jay Cullen Paxton's law office located?
Jay Cullen Paxton's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Morris, Lendais, Hollrah & Snowden A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jay Cullen Paxton handle?
Jay Cullen Paxton focuses on trusts, probate, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Jay Cullen Paxton practiced law?
Jay Cullen Paxton has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Jay Cullen Paxton go to law school?
Jay Cullen Paxton earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Jay Cullen Paxton for a consultation?
You can contact Jay Cullen Paxton 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 Cullen Paxton received?
Jay Cullen Paxton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Baylor University
- 1977
B.A.
Baylor University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1979

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