Atty. Lawrence Orta

Atty. Lawrence Orta

Mr. Lawrence Orta is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, immigration.

San Antonio San Antonio 16 Years Experience 16 year
Call (210) 468-7858

Profile Summary

About Lawrence Orta at a glance

Lawrence Orta is an Associate based in San Antonio, Texas, practicing at Carabin Shaw. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and immigration. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (2010) and Texas U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Arkansas U.S. District Court, Western District of Ark (2011). Educated at University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Bowen School of Law (J.D., 2009) and Pomona College (B.A. Neuroscience, 1995). Active member of Texarkana and Arkansas Bar Associations Arkansas Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute Texarkana Young Lawyers Association Hispanic National Bar Association. Serves clients in San Antonio, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Lawrence Orta is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, immigration
  • Lawrence received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1995, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Lawrence practices at Carabin Shaw in San Antonio, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence Orta's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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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Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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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 San Antonio 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 venue, 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 Lawrence Orta

Where is Lawrence Orta's law office located?
Lawrence Orta's law practice is located in San Antonio, Texas. The firm is Carabin Shaw. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence Orta handle?
Lawrence Orta focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Lawrence Orta practiced law?
Lawrence Orta has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Lawrence Orta go to law school?
Lawrence Orta earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.A. Neuroscience, 1995).
How can I contact Lawrence Orta for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Bowen School of Law
- 2009
B.A. Neuroscience
Pomona College
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 2010
Texas U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Arkansas U.S. District Court, Western District of Ark
Admitted: 2011

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