Atty. Thomas Craig Sheils

Atty. Thomas Craig Sheils

Mr. Thomas Craig Sheils is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, municipal, commercial litigation and 4 other areas of law.

Richardson Richardson 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Craig Sheils at a glance

Thomas Craig Sheils is an Attorney based in Richardson, Texas, practicing at Sheils Winnubst, P.C.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Eastern Bankruptcy Court Texas Eastern District Court Tex (1986). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1984) and State University of New York at Albany (B.S., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dallas Bar Association (Member, Bankruptcy and Real Estate Sections) State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Richardson, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Thomas Craig Sheils is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, municipal, commercial litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Thomas practices at Sheils Winnubst, P.C. in Richardson, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Craig Sheils's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Craig Sheils 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Thomas Craig Sheils is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Texas →

Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Richardson 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 Thomas Craig Sheils

Where is Thomas Craig Sheils's law office located?
Thomas Craig Sheils's law practice is located in Richardson, Texas. The firm is Sheils Winnubst, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Craig Sheils handle?
Thomas Craig Sheils focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Thomas Craig Sheils practiced law?
Thomas Craig Sheils has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Thomas Craig Sheils go to law school?
Thomas Craig Sheils earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact Thomas Craig Sheils for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Craig Sheils 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 Thomas Craig Sheils received?
Thomas Craig Sheils's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1984
B.S.
State University of New York at Albany
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Eastern Bankruptcy Court Texas Eastern District Court Tex
Admitted: 1986

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