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Nelson P. Skinner is a Member based in San Antonio, Texas, practicing at The Law Office of Nelson Skinner. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, drug crimes, child custody, and contracts. Admitted to practice in Texas (1984), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1989), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas (2001). Educated at Thurgood Marshall School of Law (J.D., 1983) and Sul Ross State University (B.S. Texas, 1976). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of San Antonio and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Association of Trial Lawyers of America San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association State Bar College of Texas. Serands clients in San Antonio, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Nelson P. Skinner is a lawyer practicing adoptions, child custody, child support and 19 other areas of law
- Nelson received a B.S. degree from Sul Ross State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Nelson practices at The Law Office of Nelson Skinner in San Antonio, TX
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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 San Antonio 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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