Atty. Peter de Leef
Mr. Peter de Leef is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law.
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Peter de Leef is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Thompson & de Leef. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Texas (1999) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1999). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1998) and University of Texas at Austin (B.S. Psychology, 1994). Active member of State Bar of Texas. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Peter de Leef is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law
- Peter received a B.S. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years
- Peter practices at Thompson & de Leef in Houston, TX
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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.
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