Insurance & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 39+ Years Experience
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About Robert D. Colvin at a Glance
Robert D. Colvin is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Robert D. Colvin & Associates. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, tax, insurance, and international. Admitted to practice in Texas (1987), Colorado US Tax Court (1987), and District Of Columbia (1989). Educated at University of Houston (J.D. Taxation, 1986) and Washington & Lee University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston, American and International Bar Associations State Bar of Texas The District of Columbia Bar American College of Trust and Estate Counsel Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners International Tax Planning Association. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert D. Colvin
- Mr. Robert D. Colvin is a lawyer practicing insurance, international, taxation and 2 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Washington & Lee University in 1980, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Robert practices at Robert D. Colvin & Associates in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Robert D. Colvin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert D. Colvin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Trusts in Houston
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Probate in Houston
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Tax Law in Houston
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Insurance Law in Houston
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Robert D. Colvin is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Texas →
International Law in Houston
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
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 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.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-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 Houston Choose Robert D. Colvin
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 Robert D. Colvin's practice in the field of trusts, probate, tax, insurance, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert D. Colvin brings 39+ 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 Texas, Colorado US Tax Court, and District Of Columbia, Robert D. Colvin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and tax, Robert D. Colvin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means Robert D. Colvin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert D. Colvin Handles in Houston
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