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Atty. Melinda Elder

Atty. Melinda Elder

Ms. Melinda Elder is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, business, insurance.

Houston Houston 33 yrs experience 33 year
Call (214) 710-1998 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Melinda Elder at a glance

Melinda Elder is a Staff Attorney based in Houston, Texas, practforg at Winstead PC. They haand 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1993). Educated at University of North Texas (M.S. University, 1995) and University of Houston Law Center (J.D., 1993). Actiand member of State Bar of Texas Houston Bar Association. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile ยท Updated June 2026

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  • Ms. Melinda Elder is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, business, insurance
  • Melinda received a M.S. degree from University of North Texas in 1995, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Melinda practices at Winstead PC in Houston, TX

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practforg law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 andnue, and the substantiand 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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Where is Melinda Elder's law office located?
Melinda Elder's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Winstead PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Melinda Elder practiced law?
Melinda Elder has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Melinda Elder go to law school?
Melinda Elder earned their education at (M.S. University, 1995); (J.D., 1993).
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Education

M.S. University
University of North Texas
- 1995
J.D.
University of Houston Law Center
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1993

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