Atty. Richard Ray Burroughs

Atty. Richard Ray Burroughs

Mr. Richard Ray Burroughs is a lawyer practicing family, criminal, wills and 19 other areas of law.

Cleveland Cleveland 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About Richard Ray Burroughs at a glance

Richard Ray Burroughs is a Member based in Cleveland, Texas, practicing at Richard R. Burroughs, Attorney-Mediator. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on wills, contracts, trusts, probate, and medical malpractice. Admitted to practice in Texas US Supreme Court (1973) and U.S. Court of Federal Claims Texas Eastern District Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court F (1975). Educated at Baylor University Law School (J.D., 1973) and Baylor University (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Montgomery County, Liberty County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Texas Trial Lawyers Association Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Cleveland, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Richard Ray Burroughs is a lawyer practicing family, criminal, wills and 19 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Richard practices at Richard R. Burroughs, Attorney-Mediator in Cleveland, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Ray Burroughs's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Ray Burroughs handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

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Contracts

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Trusts

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Probate

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Medical Malpractice

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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 Cleveland 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 Richard Ray Burroughs

Where is Richard Ray Burroughs's law office located?
Richard Ray Burroughs's law practice is located in Cleveland, Texas. The firm is Richard R. Burroughs, Attorney-Mediator. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Ray Burroughs handle?
Richard Ray Burroughs focuses on wills, contracts, trusts, probate, medical malpractice. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Richard Ray Burroughs practiced law?
Richard Ray Burroughs has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Richard Ray Burroughs go to law school?
Richard Ray Burroughs earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Richard Ray Burroughs for a consultation?
You can contact Richard Ray Burroughs directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Richard Ray Burroughs received?
Richard Ray Burroughs's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Baylor University Law School
- 1973
B.A.
Baylor University
- 1968

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas US Supreme Court
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Federal Claims Texas Eastern District Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court F
Admitted: 1975

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