Atty. Stephen N. Wakefield

Atty. Stephen N. Wakefield

Mr. Stephen N.

Dallas Dallas 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen N. Wakefield at a glance

Stephen N. Wakefield is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Burford & Ryburn, L.L.P.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, employment, and immigration. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Northern, Eastern, Southern, and Western Districts of Texas U.S. Court of (1975). Educated at Southern Methodist University School of Law (J.D., 1975) and University of Tulsa (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Stephen N. Wakefield is a lawyer practicing business & corporate, employment, health and 9 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of Tulsa in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Stephen practices at Burford & Ryburn, L.L.P. in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen N. Wakefield's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen N. Wakefield handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

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Immigration 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 Dallas 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 N. Wakefield

Where is Stephen N. Wakefield's law office located?
Stephen N. Wakefield's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Burford & Ryburn, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen N. Wakefield handle?
Stephen N. Wakefield focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, employment, immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Stephen N. Wakefield practiced law?
Stephen N. Wakefield has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Stephen N. Wakefield go to law school?
Stephen N. Wakefield earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Stephen N. Wakefield for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen N. Wakefield 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 N. Wakefield received?
Stephen N. Wakefield's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University School of Law
- 1975
B.A.
University of Tulsa
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. District Court, Northern, Eastern, Southern, and Western Districts of Texas U.S. Court of
Admitted: 1975

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