Atty. Kent A Schaffer

Atty. Kent A Schaffer

Kent A Schaffer practices at Bires & Schaffer Read Full Bio

Houston Houston 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About Kent A Schaffer at a glance

Kent A Schaffer is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Bires & Schaffer. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, federal crimes, and sex crimes. Admitted to practice in US District Court, Southern District of Texas (1982), US District Court, Eastern District of Texas (1983), US District Court, Western District of Texas, US Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1983), and District of Columbia (1998). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1981) and University of Texas (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Kent A Schaffer practices at Bires & Schaffer Read Full Bio

Practice Areas Explained

Kent A Schaffer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kent A Schaffer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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Federal Crimes

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Sex Crimes

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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 Kent A Schaffer

Where is Kent A Schaffer's law office located?
Kent A Schaffer's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Bires & Schaffer. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kent A Schaffer handle?
Kent A Schaffer focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, federal crimes, sex crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Kent A Schaffer practiced law?
Kent A Schaffer has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Kent A Schaffer go to law school?
Kent A Schaffer earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Kent A Schaffer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Kent A Schaffer received?
Kent A Schaffer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Houston
- 1981
B.A.
University of Texas
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

US District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1982
US District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 1983
US District Court, Western District of Texas, US Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1983
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1998

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