Atty. Therese M. Runnels

Atty. Therese M. Runnels

Therese M. Runnels is a lawyer practicing real estate, energy, finance.

Houston Houston 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Therese M. Runnels at a glance

Therese M. Runnels is a real estate and energy attorney based in Houston, Texas. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1988) and Texas (1995). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1988) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Therese M. Runnels is a lawyer practicing real estate, energy, finance
  • Therese M. received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Therese M. practices in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Therese M. Runnels's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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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 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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Where is Therese M. Runnels's law office located?
Therese M. Runnels's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Therese M. Runnels handle?
Therese M. Runnels focuses on real estate, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Therese M. Runnels practiced law?
Therese M. Runnels has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Therese M. Runnels go to law school?
Therese M. Runnels earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1985).
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What awards or recognition has Therese M. Runnels received?
Therese M. Runnels's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1988
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1988
Texas
Admitted: 1995

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