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John D. Held is a business attorney based in Austin, Texas. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Texas (1987). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1987) and Bucknell University (B.A., 1984). Serves clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. John D. Held is a lawyer practicing business
- John received a B.A. degree from Bucknell University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
- John practices in Austin, 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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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 Austin 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 venue, 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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