Atty. Rory C. Dukes

Atty. Rory C. Dukes

Mr. Rory C.

Tyler Tyler 37 yrs experience 37 year
Call (903) 817-0197 Book Appointment

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About Rory C. Dukes at a glance

Rory C. Dukes is a Member based in Tyler, Texas, practicing at Ritcheson, Lauffer, Vincent & Dukes A Professional Corporation. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, and family law. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Northern District Court Texas Eastern District Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals (1989). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1989) and Austin College (B.A. Austin, 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Smith County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Tyler, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Rory C. Dukes is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, oil & gas, insurance defense and 9 other areas of law
  • Rory received a B.A. degree from Austin College in 1982, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Rory practices at Ritcheson, Lauffer, Vincent & Dukes A Professional Corporation in Tyler, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Rory C. Dukes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rory C. Dukes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Medical Malpractice

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Personal Injury

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Family Law

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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 Tyler 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 Rory C. Dukes

Where is Rory C. Dukes's law office located?
Rory C. Dukes's law practice is located in Tyler, Texas. The firm is Ritcheson, Lauffer, Vincent & Dukes A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rory C. Dukes handle?
Rory C. Dukes focuses on trusts, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Rory C. Dukes practiced law?
Rory C. Dukes has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Rory C. Dukes go to law school?
Rory C. Dukes earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A. Austin, 1982).
How can I contact Rory C. Dukes for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Rory C. Dukes received?
Rory C. Dukes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Baylor University
- 1989
B.A. Austin
Austin College
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas Texas Northern District Court Texas Eastern District Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1989

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