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Atty. Sylvia Acosta

Atty. Sylvia Acosta

Ms. Sylvia Acosta is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal defense.

Austin Austin 38 yrs experience 38 year
Call (512) 641-0376 Book Appointment

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About Sylvia Acosta at a glance

Sylvia Acosta is a Member based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Sylvia Acosta. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Texas (1988). Educated at University Of Texas (J.D., 1987). Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Sylvia Acosta is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal defense
  • Sylvia has been licensed for 38 years
  • Sylvia practices at Sylvia Acosta in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Sylvia Acosta's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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 Austin 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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Where is Sylvia Acosta's law office located?
Sylvia Acosta's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Sylvia Acosta. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sylvia Acosta handle?
Sylvia Acosta focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Sylvia Acosta practiced law?
Sylvia Acosta has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Sylvia Acosta go to law school?
Sylvia Acosta earned their education at (J.D., 1987).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University Of Texas
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1988

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