Atty. Mary Jo Black

Atty. Mary Jo Black

Ms. Mary Jo Black is a lawyer practicing family, litigation: commercial, wills-trusts-probate and 1 other area of law.

Temple Temple 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Mary Jo Black at a glance

Mary Jo Black is an Attorney based in Temple, Texas, practicing at Pearson And Pearson. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, family law, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1981), California (Inactive) (1983), and Texas Texas Western Bankruptcy Court Texas Western District Court (1990). Educated at St. John's University School of Law (J.D. St., 1980) and Hunter College (B.A., 1975). Serands clients in Temple, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Mary Jo Black is a lawyer practicing family, litigation: commercial, wills-trusts-probate and 1 other area of law
  • Mary Jo received a B.A. degree from Hunter College in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Mary Jo practices at Pearson & Pearson in Temple, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Mary Jo Black's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Temple 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 andnue, 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 Mary Jo Black

Where is Mary Jo Black's law office located?
Mary Jo Black's law practice is located in Temple, Texas. The firm is Pearson And Pearson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mary Jo Black handle?
Mary Jo Black focuses on trusts, probate, family law, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Mary Jo Black practiced law?
Mary Jo Black has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Mary Jo Black go to law school?
Mary Jo Black earned their education at (J.D. St., 1980); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Mary Jo Black for a consultation?
You can contact Mary Jo Black directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D. St.
St. John's University School of Law
- 1980
B.A.
Hunter College
- 1975

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1981
California (Inactive)
Admitted: 1983
Texas Texas Western Bankruptcy Court Texas Western District Court
Admitted: 1990

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