Atty. Joseph Albert Acayan

Atty. Joseph Albert Acayan

Mr. Joseph Albert Acayan is a lawyer practicing international law, customs law, international trade.

Houston Houston 23 yrs experience 23 year
Call (281) 768-4043 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Joseph Albert Acayan at a glance

Joseph Albert Acayan is an Associate based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Givens & Johnston, PLLC. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on international. Admitted to practice in Texas (2003) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth and Federal Circuits a (2003). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 2002) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1998). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Joseph Albert Acayan is a lawyer practicing international law, customs law, international trade
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1998, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Joseph practices at Givens & Johnston, PLLC in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Albert Acayan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph Albert Acayan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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

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Where is Joseph Albert Acayan's law office located?
Joseph Albert Acayan's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Givens & Johnston, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Albert Acayan handle?
Joseph Albert Acayan focuses on international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Joseph Albert Acayan practiced law?
Joseph Albert Acayan has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Joseph Albert Acayan go to law school?
Joseph Albert Acayan earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A., 1998).
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Education

J.D.
University of Houston
- 2002
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1998

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth and Federal Circuits a
Admitted: 2003

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