Contracts & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 44+ Years Experience
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About Mark E. Steakley at a Glance
Mark E. Steakley is a V.P. & Gen. Coun. based in Houston, Texas. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on contracts, criminal defense, employment, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Texas (1982) and U.S. Tax Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court US Tax Court (1983). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 1982) and Sam Houston State University (B.B.A. Sam, 1977). Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark E. Steakley
- Mr. Mark E. Steakley is a lawyer practicing contracts, employment, tax and 2 other areas of law
- Mark received a B.B.A. degree from Sam Houston State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Mark practices in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Mark E. Steakley's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark E. Steakley handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Contracts in Houston
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Criminal Defense in Houston
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Employment Law in Houston
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Business & Corporate Law in Houston
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Tax Law in Houston
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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 E. Steakley
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 E. Steakley's practice in the field of contracts, criminal defense, employment, business, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark E. Steakley brings 44+ 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. Tax Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court US Tax Court, Mark E. Steakley can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, criminal defense, and employment, Mark E. Steakley 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 E. Steakley attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Mark E. Steakley Handles in Houston
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