Atty. Paul Buford Yates

Atty. Paul Buford Yates

Mr. Paul Buford Yates is a lawyer practicing real estate, trusts, wills and 4 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 34 yrs experience 34 year
Call (332) 334-4428 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Paul Buford Yates at a glance

Paul Buford Yates is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Paul B. Yates Attorney at Law. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, and family law. Admitted to practice in Texas (1992). Educated at University Of Houston (J.D., 1992) and University of Texas at Houston (B.S.E.E., 1972). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Paul Buford Yates is a lawyer practicing real estate, trusts, wills and 4 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.S.E.E. degree from University of Texas at Houston in 1972, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Paul practices at Paul B. Yates Attorney at Law in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Buford Yates's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Buford Yates handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

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Trusts

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Probate

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Personal Injury

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Family 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 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 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 Paul Buford Yates

Where is Paul Buford Yates's law office located?
Paul Buford Yates's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Paul B. Yates Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Buford Yates handle?
Paul Buford Yates focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Paul Buford Yates practiced law?
Paul Buford Yates has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Paul Buford Yates go to law school?
Paul Buford Yates earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S.E.E., 1972).
How can I contact Paul Buford Yates for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University Of Houston
- 1992
B.S.E.E.
University of Texas at Houston
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1992

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