Atty. Marie Roach Yeates

Atty. Marie Roach Yeates

Marie Roach Yeates is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, commercial and business litigation, energy/oil and gas and 3 other areas of law. Marie received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

46 Years Experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Marie Roach Yeates at a glance

Marie Roach Yeates is a Partner practicing in Texas, practicing at Vinson & Elkins LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, securities, litigation, consumer, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Louisiana Louisiana Eastern District Court U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Eleventh Circuit Court of A (1980) and Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals U.S. Supreme Court (1982). Educated at Louisiana State University School of Law (J.D., 1980) and Louisiana State University (B.S. Accounting, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Academy of Appellate Lawyers.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Marie Roach Yeates is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, commercial and business litigation, energy/oil and gas and 3 other areas of law
  • Marie received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Marie practices at Vinson & Elkins LLP in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Marie Roach Yeates's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Appellate Practice

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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. 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.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Marie Roach Yeates

Where is Marie Roach Yeates's law office located?
Marie Roach Yeates's law practice is located in Texas. The firm is Vinson & Elkins LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marie Roach Yeates handle?
Marie Roach Yeates focuses on business, securities, litigation, consumer, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Marie Roach Yeates practiced law?
Marie Roach Yeates has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Marie Roach Yeates go to law school?
Marie Roach Yeates earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S. Accounting, 1977).
How can I contact Marie Roach Yeates for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Marie Roach Yeates received?
Marie Roach Yeates's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University School of Law
- 1980
B.S. Accounting
Louisiana State University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana Louisiana Eastern District Court U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Eleventh Circuit Court of A
Admitted: 1980
Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1982

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