Atty. Robert Gary Shapley

Atty. Robert Gary Shapley

Mr. Robert Gary Shapley is a lawyer practicing business, creditor-debtor, wills-trusts-probate and 2 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About Robert Gary Shapley at a glance

Robert Gary Shapley is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Law Office of R. Gary Shapley. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, business, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Texas (1986) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1987). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1986) and University of Houston (M.E, 1981). Active member of Houston and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Texas Young Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Robert Gary Shapley is a lawyer practicing business, creditor-debtor, wills-trusts-probate and 2 other areas of law
  • Robert received a degree from University of Houston in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Robert practices at Law Office of R. Gary Shapley in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Gary Shapley's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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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 Gary Shapley

Where is Robert Gary Shapley's law office located?
Robert Gary Shapley's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Law Office of R. Gary Shapley. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Gary Shapley handle?
Robert Gary Shapley focuses on trusts, probate, business, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Robert Gary Shapley practiced law?
Robert Gary Shapley has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Robert Gary Shapley go to law school?
Robert Gary Shapley earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (M.E, 1981).
How can I contact Robert Gary Shapley for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 1986
M.E
University of Houston
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1987

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