Atty. Richard Scholnick
Born in 1948; received his JD with High Honors from Tulane University School of Law and received an LL.M in Taxation from New York University School of Law. He was admitted to the bar in Louisiana in 1978 and in Connecticut in 1980; and is an attorney in good standing with both Louisiana and Connecticut.
Real Estate Attorney · Serving Corpus Christi, TX · 48+ Years Experience
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About Richard Scholnick at a Glance
Richard Scholnick is an Of Counsel based in Corpus Christi, Texas, practicing at Fancher & Neblett, L.L.P.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on real estate. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1978) and Connecticut (1980). Educated at New York University School of Law (LL.M. Taxation, 1977) and University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 1969). Serves clients in Corpus Christi, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard Scholnick
- Born in 1948
- received his JD with High Honors from Tulane University School of Law and received an LL.M in Taxation from New York University School of Law
- He was admitted to the bar in Louisiana in 1978 and in Connecticut in 1980
- and is an attorney in good standing with both Louisiana and Connecticut
- He began his legal career as a tax attorney at the law firm, Phelps, Dunbar, Marks, Claverie and Sims in New Orleans, Louisiana
- Since then he has launched three successful businesses and has taught both finance and law classes at Teikyo Post University, Quinnipiac College and the University of New Orleans School of Business
Practice Areas Explained
Richard Scholnick's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Scholnick handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Corpus Christi.
Real Estate Law in Corpus Christi
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Corpus Christi
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 Corpus Christi 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.
Corpus Christi Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Corpus Christi-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Corpus Christi Choose Richard Scholnick
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Richard Scholnick's practice in the field of real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard Scholnick brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Louisiana and Connecticut, Richard Scholnick can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Real Estate Practice
Concentrating on real estate means Richard Scholnick's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Corpus Christi
A Corpus Christi-based practice means Richard Scholnick attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Richard Scholnick Handles in Corpus Christi
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