Atty. Susan Ellen Collins

Atty. Susan Ellen Collins

Susan Ellen Collins is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, estate planning, probate and 3 other areas of law. Susan received a B.A. degree from University of South Dakota in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About Susan Ellen Collins at a glance

Susan Ellen Collins is a wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business attorney based in Houston, Texas. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1976), Iowa (1976), Washington (1979), and Texas US Supreme Court (1982). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 1976) and University of South Dakota (B.A., 1973). Active member of Houston, Iowa State and Washington State Bar Associations State Bar of South Dakota State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Susan Ellen Collins is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, estate planning, probate and 3 other areas of law
  • Susan received a B.A. degree from University of South Dakota in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Susan practices in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Susan Ellen Collins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan Ellen Collins handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Susan Ellen Collins is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Texas →

Trusts

Susan Ellen Collins is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Texas →

Probate

Susan Ellen Collins is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Texas →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Susan Ellen Collins is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Texas →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Susan Ellen Collins is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

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 Susan Ellen Collins

Where is Susan Ellen Collins's law office located?
Susan Ellen Collins's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Susan Ellen Collins handle?
Susan Ellen Collins focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Susan Ellen Collins practiced law?
Susan Ellen Collins has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Susan Ellen Collins go to law school?
Susan Ellen Collins earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Susan Ellen Collins for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of South Dakota
- 1976
B.A.
University of South Dakota
- 1973

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1976
Iowa
Admitted: 1976
Washington
Admitted: 1979
Texas US Supreme Court
Admitted: 1982

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