Atty. Patrick H. Cantilo (P.C.)

Atty. Patrick H. Cantilo (P.C.)

Counsel for Texas Judicial Insurance Receiver, 1980-1983. Qualified Mediator, Texas, 1990.

Austin Austin 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (737) 497-4153 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Patrick H. Cantilo (P.C.) at a glance

Patrick H. Cantilo (P.C.) is a Member based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Cantilo & Bennett, L.L.P.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, m&a, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Texas (1980) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth and Fifth Circuits, U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern a (1980). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1980) and University of Texas (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Travis County. Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Counsel for Texas Judicial Insurance Receiver, 1980-1983
  • Qualified Mediator, Texas, 1990

Author

  • "Texas Health Maintenance Organizations: Lessons from Insolvency," Texas Health Law Reporter, Vol. 1, Nos. 4 and 5, October and December, 1984
  • "Insurer Insolvency: A Primer for Malpractice Insureds," Texas Health Law Reporter, Vol. 2, No. 5, December, 1985
  • "What to Do if You Believe Your Malpractice Carrier is Insolvent," Texas Medicine Vol. 83, No. 3, March, 1987
  • "New Legislation Affects Fees, Taxes for Texas' Third-Party Administrators," Houston Insurance News, December 1, 1987
  • "Health, HMO and Related Entity Insolvencies," American Bar Association, Tort and Insurance Practice Section, Law and Practice of Life Insurance Company Insolvency, June 1993, and June 1996
  • and "Rehabilitation of Managed Care Organizations: A Thumbnail Sketch of Certain Key Considerations," The Insurance Receiver, International Association of Insurance Receivers, Winter 1999

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick H. Cantilo (P.C.)'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick H. Cantilo (P.C.) handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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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 Austin 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 Patrick H. Cantilo (P.C.)

Where is Patrick H. Cantilo (P.C.)'s law office located?
Patrick H. Cantilo (P.C.)'s law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Cantilo & Bennett, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick H. Cantilo (P.C.) handle?
Patrick H. Cantilo (P.C.) focuses on business, bankruptcy, m&a, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Patrick H. Cantilo (P.C.) practiced law?
Patrick H. Cantilo (P.C.) has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Patrick H. Cantilo (P.C.) go to law school?
Patrick H. Cantilo (P.C.) earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Patrick H. Cantilo (P.C.) for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Patrick H. Cantilo (P.C.) received?
Patrick H. Cantilo (P.C.)'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas
- 1980
B.A.
University of Texas
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth and Fifth Circuits, U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern a
Admitted: 1980

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