Atty. John Loyd Carter

Atty. John Loyd Carter

Mr. John Loyd Carter is a lawyer practicing litigation: commercial, commercial.

Houston Houston 53 yrs experience 53 year
Call (832) 900-0560 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Loyd Carter at a glance

John Loyd Carter is an Attorney based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Vinson & Elkins LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on business and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Northern, Western, Southern and Eastern Districts of Texas U.S. Court of (1973). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D. Economics, 1973) and Southern Methodist University (B.A. Economics, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John Loyd Carter is a lawyer practicing litigation: commercial, commercial
  • John received a B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • John practices at Vinson & Elkins LLP in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

John Loyd Carter's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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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 John Loyd Carter

Where is John Loyd Carter's law office located?
John Loyd Carter's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Vinson & Elkins LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Loyd Carter handle?
John Loyd Carter focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has John Loyd Carter practiced law?
John Loyd Carter has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did John Loyd Carter go to law school?
John Loyd Carter earned their education at (J.D. Economics, 1973); (B.A. Economics, 1970).
How can I contact John Loyd Carter for a consultation?
You can contact John Loyd Carter 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 Loyd Carter received?
John Loyd Carter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Economics
Southern Methodist University
- 1973
B.A. Economics
Southern Methodist University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. District Court, Northern, Western, Southern and Eastern Districts of Texas U.S. Court of
Admitted: 1973

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