Atty. R. Todd Bennett

Atty. R. Todd Bennett

Order of the Lytae; Phi Delta Phi. Assistant District Attorney, Harris County, 1991-1995.

Houston Houston 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (346) 692-9689 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About R. Todd Bennett at a glance

R. Todd Bennett is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at R. Todd Bennett. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Texas (1991) and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circui (1991). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1991) and Texas A&M University (B.S., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston Bar Association State Bar of Texas (Chairman, Panel 4F-17 Grievance Committee) Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Order of the Lytae
  • Phi Delta Phi
  • Assistant District Attorney, Harris County, 1991-1995
  • Chief Prosecutor, City of Southside Place, 1995-2000
  • Presiding Judge, City of Southside Place, 2000—
  • Member, District and County Attorney's Association, 1991-1994

Practice Areas Explained

R. Todd Bennett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases R. Todd Bennett handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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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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Where is R. Todd Bennett's law office located?
R. Todd Bennett's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is R. Todd Bennett. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does R. Todd Bennett handle?
R. Todd Bennett focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has R. Todd Bennett practiced law?
R. Todd Bennett has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did R. Todd Bennett go to law school?
R. Todd Bennett earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1987).
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What awards or recognition has R. Todd Bennett received?
R. Todd Bennett's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 1991
B.S.
Texas A&M University
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circui
Admitted: 1991

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