Atty. Kenley Jay Thompson
Kenley Jay Thompson is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, criminal law (defense), family law and 3 other areas of law. Kenley received a B.B.A. degree from Pittsburg State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years.
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Kenley Jay Thompson is a criminal defense, family law, immigration, government, and appellate attorney based in Houston, Texas. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1989), U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (1989), and Nebraska (1995). Educated at Washburn University of Topeka (J.D., 1989) and Pittsburg State University (B.B.A., 1984). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Kenley Jay Thompson is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, criminal law (defense), family law and 3 other areas of law
- Kenley received a B.B.A. degree from Pittsburg State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Kenley practices in Houston, TX
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Kenley Jay Thompson's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kenley Jay Thompson 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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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.
Kenley Jay Thompson is one of 40,633 immigration attorneys indexed nationally. Browse immigration attorneys in Texas →
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Kenley Jay Thompson is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Texas →
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Kenley Jay Thompson is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Texas →
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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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