Atty. Joan E.T. Stearns

Atty. Joan E.T. Stearns

Ms. Joan E.T.

San Antonio San Antonio 44 yrs experience 44 year
Call (726) 240-5910 Book Appointment

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About Joan E.T. Stearns at a glance

Joan E.T. Stearns is an Asst. U.S. Atty. based in San Antonio, Texas. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and federal crimes. Admitted to practice in Texas (1982). Educated at University of Wisconsin (J.D., 1981) and Middlebury College (A.B., 1974). Serands clients in San Antonio, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Joan E.T
  • Stearns is a lawyer practicing federal criminal law
  • Joan received a A.B. degree from Middlebury College in 1974, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Joan practices in San Antonio, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Joan E.T. Stearns's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joan E.T. Stearns handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Federal Crimes

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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 San Antonio 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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Where is Joan E.T. Stearns's law office located?
Joan E.T. Stearns's law practice is located in San Antonio, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joan E.T. Stearns handle?
Joan E.T. Stearns focuses on criminal defense, federal crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Joan E.T. Stearns practiced law?
Joan E.T. Stearns has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Joan E.T. Stearns go to law school?
Joan E.T. Stearns earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (A.B., 1974).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin
- 1981
A.B.
Middlebury College
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1982

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