Atty. Patrick John Ridley
Mr. Patrick John Ridley is a lawyer practicing family, probate, personal injury and 5 other areas of law.
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Patrick John Ridley is a Member based in Temple, Texas, practicing at Prater & Ridley Attorneys & Counselors at Law. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas U.S. Supreme Court (1973). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1973) and Baylor University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Bell County, Lampasas County and Mills County (President, 2000-2001) Bar Associations State Bar of Texas. Serves clients in Temple, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Patrick John Ridley is a lawyer practicing family, probate, personal injury and 5 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Patrick practices at Prater & Ridley Attorneys & Counselors at Law in Temple, TX
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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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 Temple 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.
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