Atty. Mary Jo Vida

Atty. Mary Jo Vida

Ms. Mary Jo Vida is a lawyer practicing adr, business, creditor-debtor and 6 other areas of law.

Dallas Dallas 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Mary Jo Vida at a glance

Mary Jo Vida is a Member based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Fernandez, LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Texas (1982), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1983), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas (1994). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1982) and Illinois Wesleyan University (B.A., 1979). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Mary Jo Vida is a lawyer practicing adr, business, creditor-debtor and 6 other areas of law
  • Mary received a B.A. degree from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Mary practices at Fernandez, LLP in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Mary Jo Vida's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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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 Dallas 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 Vida

Where is Mary Jo Vida's law office located?
Mary Jo Vida's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Fernandez, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mary Jo Vida handle?
Mary Jo Vida focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Mary Jo Vida practiced law?
Mary Jo Vida has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Mary Jo Vida go to law school?
Mary Jo Vida earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Mary Jo Vida for a consultation?
You can contact Mary Jo Vida 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.
Southern Methodist University
- 1982
B.A.
Illinois Wesleyan University
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
Admitted: 1994

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