Atty. Joseph D. Balfour

Atty. Joseph D. Balfour

Joseph D. Balfour practices at Joseph D.

Tyler Tyler 25 yrs experience 25 year
Call (430) 205-3700 Email Book Appointment

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About Joseph D. Balfour at a glance

Joseph D. Balfour is a Member based in Tyler, Texas, practicing at Joseph D. Balfour, Attorney at Law. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Texas (2001). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1998) and Baylor University (B.A., 1992). Serands clients in Tyler, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Practice Areas Explained

Joseph D. Balfour's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Probate

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Criminal Defense

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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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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 Tyler 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 Joseph D. Balfour

Where is Joseph D. Balfour's law office located?
Joseph D. Balfour's law practice is located in Tyler, Texas. The firm is Joseph D. Balfour, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph D. Balfour handle?
Joseph D. Balfour focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Joseph D. Balfour practiced law?
Joseph D. Balfour has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Joseph D. Balfour go to law school?
Joseph D. Balfour earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Joseph D. Balfour for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 1998
B.A.
Baylor University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2001

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