Atty. Mark A. Rubal
Mark A. Rubal is the senior litigation partner for the law firm.
Commercial Transactions & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 36+ Years Experience
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About Mark A. Rubal at a Glance
Mark A. Rubal is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Waldron & Schneider. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and business. Admitted to practice in Texas (1990) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1994). Educated at Carnegie Mellon University (B.S. Administration, 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark A. Rubal
- Mark A. Rubal is the senior litigation partner for the law firm
- He is certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Criminal Law
- Mr. Rubal also has extensive experience in general litigation areas including criminal defense, personal injury claims, insurance defense, commercial and contract disputes, organizational and contract matters, consumer and employment law, among numerous areas of general litigation
- He is active in the Fort Bend County community where he lives
- Mr. Rubal is AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell
- Mr. Rubal was born in Johnstown, Pennsylvania and graduated May of 1982, from Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with a B.S. degree in Administration and Management Science and Economics
- Mr. Rubal received his J.D. degree from the University of Houston-Law Center in December of 1989
- Mr. Rubal is licensed to practice in the State of Texas and has litigated cases in several federal jurisdictions both at the district court and appellate level in Texas, Florida and Georgia
- Upon graduating from law school Mr. Rubal worked as a prosecutor with the Harris County District Attorney’s office for approximately four years
Practice Areas Explained
Mark A. Rubal's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark A. Rubal 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.
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Criminal Defense in Houston
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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Business & Corporate Law in Houston
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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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 Mark A. Rubal
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 Mark A. Rubal's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark A. Rubal brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas, Mark A. Rubal can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and business, Mark A. Rubal 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 Mark A. Rubal 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 Mark A. Rubal Handles in Houston
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