Atty. Robert Barkley Tierney

Atty. Robert Barkley Tierney

Robert Barkley Tierney is a lawyer practicing litigation, commercial. Robert received a M.A. degree from Rice University in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Houston Houston 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About Robert Barkley Tierney at a glance

Robert Barkley Tierney is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Robert B. Tierney, PC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on business and litigation. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1997), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1999), Texas (2000), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas (2000). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1996) and Rice University (M.A. University, 1993). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Barkley Tierney is a lawyer practicing litigation, commercial
  • Robert received a M.A. degree from Rice University in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Robert practices at Robert B. Tierney, PC in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Barkley Tierney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Barkley Tierney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Barkley Tierney

Where is Robert Barkley Tierney's law office located?
Robert Barkley Tierney's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Robert B. Tierney, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Barkley Tierney handle?
Robert Barkley Tierney focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Robert Barkley Tierney practiced law?
Robert Barkley Tierney has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Robert Barkley Tierney go to law school?
Robert Barkley Tierney earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (M.A. University, 1993).
How can I contact Robert Barkley Tierney for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1996
M.A. University
Rice University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1999
Texas
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 2000

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