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Rita J. Leader is an Of Counsel based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Boyer Jacobs Short A Professional Corporation. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business and securities. Admitted to practice in Texas (1975). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1975) and Texas A&M University-Commerce (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston Bar Association State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Ms. Rita J. Leader is a lawyer practicing securities law, corporate, business
- Rita received a B.A. degree from Texas A&M University-Commerce in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Rita practices at Boyer Jacobs Short A Professional Corporation in Houston, TX
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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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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