Atty. John Edward Rapier

Atty. John Edward Rapier

Mr. John Edward Rapier is a lawyer practicing real estate, banking, local government and 15 other areas of law.

Allen Allen 54 yrs experience 54 year
Call (469) 974-0631 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Edward Rapier at a glance

John Edward Rapier is a Managing Shareholder based in Allen, Texas, practicing at Rapier, Wilson & Wendland, P.C.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on wills, residential, trusts, probate, and business. Admitted to practice in Texas (1972), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1973), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1973), and U.S. Supreme Court (1977). Educated at Texas Tech University School of Law (J.D., 1972) and University of Texas (B.A. Government, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Collin and Denton County Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Texas City Attorneys Association Texas Association of Bank Counsel Texas Rural Water Association Texas Land Title Association. Serands clients in Allen, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. John Edward Rapier is a lawyer practicing real estate, banking, local government and 15 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Texas in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • John practices at Rapier, Wilson & Wendland, P.C. in Allen, TX

Practice Areas Explained

John Edward Rapier's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Edward Rapier handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

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Residential Real Estate

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Trusts

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Probate

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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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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 Allen 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 John Edward Rapier

Where is John Edward Rapier's law office located?
John Edward Rapier's law practice is located in Allen, Texas. The firm is Rapier, Wilson & Wendland, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Edward Rapier handle?
John Edward Rapier focuses on wills, residential, trusts, probate, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has John Edward Rapier practiced law?
John Edward Rapier has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did John Edward Rapier go to law school?
John Edward Rapier earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A. Government, 1969).
How can I contact John Edward Rapier for a consultation?
You can contact John Edward Rapier 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 John Edward Rapier received?
John Edward Rapier's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University School of Law
- 1972
B.A. Government
University of Texas
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1977

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