Atty. Sam M. Yates III

Atty. Sam M. Yates III

Attorney Trey Yates has served the people of Houston and surrounding southeastern Texas since 1984. In 1986, he founded his law firm, Trey Yates Law, where he has focused his practice on assisting...

Houston Houston 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About Sam M. Yates III at a glance

Sam M. Yates III is a Principal based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Law Office of Sam M. (Trey) Yates, III, P.C.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, trusts, and probate. Admitted to practice in Texas (1984) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1984). Educated at St. Mary's School of Law, San Antonio, Texas (J.D., 1984) and American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Los Angeles, California (University, 1979). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Attorney Trey Yates has served the people of Houston and surrounding southeastern Texas since 1984
  • In 1986, he founded his law firm, Trey Yates Law, where he has focused his practice on assisting
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Practice Areas Explained

Sam M. Yates III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sam M. Yates III handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Wills

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Trusts

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Probate

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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 Sam M. Yates III

Where is Sam M. Yates III's law office located?
Sam M. Yates III's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Law Office of Sam M. (Trey) Yates, III, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sam M. Yates III handle?
Sam M. Yates III focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, trusts, probate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Sam M. Yates III practiced law?
Sam M. Yates III has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Sam M. Yates III go to law school?
Sam M. Yates III earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (University, 1979).
How can I contact Sam M. Yates III for a consultation?
You can contact Sam M. Yates III directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Sam M. Yates III received?
Sam M. Yates III's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Practice Areas

Child Custody Litigation Divorce Family Law Adoptions Adult Guardianship Alimony Alimony and Spousal Maintenance Alternative Dispute Resolution Annulment Arbitration Ask a Lawyer Child & Spousal Support Child Abduction Child Abuse and Neglect Child Advocacy Child Care Child Centered Divorce Mediation Child Custody Child Custody Mediation Child Dependency Child Protection Child Sexual Abuse Child Support Child Support and Visitation Child Welfare Children's Rights Co-Parenting Agreements Cohabitation Agreements Collaborative Family Law Collaborative Family Law Services Collaborative Law Community Property Division Community Property Law Complex Division of Marital Assets Conservatorship Construction of Wills Consultations Day Care Declaration of Heir Ships Divorce Arbitration Divorce Mediation Document Processing Domestic Partnerships Domestic Relations Domestic Violence Elder Care Issues Elder Guardianship Elder Law Elder Rights Enforcement Of Court Orders Equitable Distribution Estate Planning For Parents Of Handicapped Children Estate Planning For The Disabled Estate Planning For The Elderly Family Arbitration Family Business Law Family Mediation Fathers Rights Felonies Foster Care Gay and Lesbian Family Law Grandparents Custody Grandparents Rights Grandparents Visitation Rights Guardianship Guardianship and Conservatorship Guardianships Handicapped Rights Litigation Litigation of will contests Living Wills/Directive to Physicians Marital Agreements Marital Property Distribution Marital Property Law Marital Property Settlements Matrimonial Law Mediation Mediation Services Modification of Prior Court Orders Name Changes Palimony Parental Kidnapping Parental Rights Parenting Time Paternity Post Divorce Modification Post Nuptial Agreements Power of Attorney Powers Of Attorney Premarital Agreements Premarital and Marital Property Agreements Probate Litigation and Estate Planning Probate of Wills Restraining Orders Spousal Support Termination Of Parental Rights Trusts and Estates Uncontested Divorce Unlawful Restraint Visitation Rights

Education

J.D.
St. Mary's School of Law, San Antonio, Texas
- 1984
University
American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Los Angeles, California
- 1979

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1984

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