Civil Trial & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 39+ Years Experience
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About Marie E. Collins at a Glance
Marie E. Collins is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Law Offices of Marie E. Collins. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on personal injury and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1987). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1986) and Sam Houston State University (M.Ed. University, 1969). Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Marie E. Collins
- Ms. Marie E. Collins is a lawyer practicing civil trial, personal injury
- Marie received a M.Ed. degree from Sam Houston State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Marie practices at Law Offices of Marie E. Collins in Houston, TX
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Marie E. Collins's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Marie E. Collins handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Personal Injury in Houston
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.
Marie E. Collins is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →
Civil Litigation in Houston
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Marie E. Collins is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
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 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.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Houston Choose Marie E. Collins
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Marie E. Collins's practice in the field of personal injury and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Marie E. Collins brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and litigation, Marie E. Collins can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means Marie E. Collins attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Marie E. Collins Handles in Houston
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Marie E. Collins has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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