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About John R. Riherd at a glance
John R. Riherd is a criminal defense and family law attorney based in The Woodlands, Texas. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Texas (1980) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1988). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1980) and University of Texas at Permian Basin (B.B.A., 1977). Serands clients in The Woodlands, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. John R. Riherd is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal law, general practice
- John received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Permian Basin in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
- John practices in The Woodlands, TX
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John R. Riherd handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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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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 The Woodlands 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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