Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 39+ Years Experience
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About Patrick D. Devine at a Glance
Patrick D. Devine is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Law Office of Patrick D. Devine, P.C.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, business, bankruptcy, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Louisiana U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas (1987), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana U.S. Distric (1987), and Texas (1988). Educated at University Of Houston (J.D., 1986) and Rice University B.A. University of Houston M.B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston and Louisiana State Bar Associations State Bar of Texas. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick D. Devine
- Mr. Patrick D. Devine is a lawyer practicing business litigation, bankruptcy, creditor-debtor and 3 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from Rice University, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Patrick practices at Law Office of Patrick D. Devine, P.C. in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick D. Devine's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick D. Devine handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Trusts in Houston
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Probate in Houston
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Business & Corporate Law in Houston
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Houston
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Patrick D. Devine is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Texas →
Creditor Rights & Collections in Houston
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
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 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 venue, 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.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Houston Choose Patrick D. Devine
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Patrick D. Devine's practice in the field of trusts, probate, business, bankruptcy, and creditor rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick D. Devine brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Louisiana U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana U.S. Distric, and Texas, Patrick D. Devine can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and business, Patrick D. Devine can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means Patrick D. Devine attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick D. Devine Handles in Houston
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