Atty. Stephen Avery Whitworth

Atty. Stephen Avery Whitworth

Mr. Stephen Avery Whitworth is a lawyer practicing business organization, transactions, real estate and 4 other areas of law.

Laredo Laredo 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Avery Whitworth at a glance

Stephen Avery Whitworth is a Founding Partner based in Laredo, Texas, practicing at Whitworth Cigarroa, PLLC. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, zoning, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1972). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1972) and Del Mar College (A.A. University, 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Laredo and American Bar Association State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Laredo, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Stephen Avery Whitworth is a lawyer practicing business organization, transactions, real estate and 4 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a A.A. degree from Del Mar College in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Stephen practices at Whitworth Cigarroa, PLLC in Laredo, TX and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Avery Whitworth's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Avery Whitworth 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

Stephen Avery Whitworth is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Texas →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 Laredo 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 Stephen Avery Whitworth

Where is Stephen Avery Whitworth's law office located?
Stephen Avery Whitworth's law practice is located in Laredo, Texas. The firm is Whitworth Cigarroa, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Avery Whitworth handle?
Stephen Avery Whitworth focuses on business, real estate, zoning, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Stephen Avery Whitworth practiced law?
Stephen Avery Whitworth has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Stephen Avery Whitworth go to law school?
Stephen Avery Whitworth earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (A.A. University, 1967).
How can I contact Stephen Avery Whitworth for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Avery Whitworth 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 Stephen Avery Whitworth received?
Stephen Avery Whitworth's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas
- 1972
A.A. University
Del Mar College
- 1967

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1972

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