Atty. Michael T. Trefny

Atty. Michael T. Trefny

Mr. Michael T.

Columbus Columbus 41 J. Erfahrung 41 year
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About Michael T. Trefny at a glance

Michael T. Trefny is a Member based in Columbus, Texas, practforg at Gates, Stein, Gillespie & Trefny. They haand 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Texas (1985), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1986), U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1987), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas (1989). Educated at University of Houston Law Center (J.D., 1985) and Texas A & M University (B.B.A. Finance, 1982). Actiand member of Houston Bar Association State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Columbus, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Michael T. Trefny is a lawyer practicing business, creditor-debtor, family and 8 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.B.A. degree from Texas A & M University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Michael practices at Gates, Stein, Gillespie & Trefny in Columbus, 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 Columbus 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 Michael T. Trefny's law office located?
Michael T. Trefny's law practice is located in Columbus, Texas. The firm is Gates, Stein, Gillespie & Trefny. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Michael T. Trefny practiced law?
Michael T. Trefny has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Michael T. Trefny go to law school?
Michael T. Trefny earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.B.A. Finance, 1982).
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Education

J.D.
University of Houston Law Center
- 1985
B.B.A. Finance
Texas A & M University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1990

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