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John E. West is a Counsel based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Vinson & Elkins LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy and energy. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texa (1988). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1987) and Louisiana State University at Shreveport (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. John E. West is a lawyer practicing energy, restructuring and reorganizational, structured finance and 1 other area of law
- John received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University at Shreveport in 1975, and has been licensed for 38 years
- John practices at Vinson & Elkins LLP in Houston, TX
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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 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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