Atty. Vernon E. Rew, Jr.

Atty. Vernon E. Rew, Jr.

Vernon Rew has over 45 years of legal experience representing business clients in corporate matters, contract negotiations, mergers and acquisitions transactions and securities law compliance matters. Vernon has represented both public companies and privately held entities in a wide variety of industries.

Fort Worth Fort Worth 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Vernon E. Rew, Jr. at a glance

Vernon E. Rew, Jr. is an Of Counsel based in Fort Worth, Texas, practicing at Whitaker Chalk Swindle & Schwartz PLLC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in Texas (1979). Educated at University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 1979) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Associations & Memberships American Bar Association Member of Mergers and Acquisitions Committee and the Federal Regulation of Securities Committee, Past Chairman of the Board of Directors of Tech Fort Worth, and Board of Directors (past Chairman) of the Amon G. Serands clients in Fort Worth, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Vernon Rew has over 45 years of legal experience representing business clients in corporate matters, contract negotiations, mergers and acquisitions transactions and securities law compliance matters
  • Vernon has represented both public companies and privately held entities in a wide variety of industries
  • Vernon’s mergers and acquisitions practice has included representation of both sellers and buyers in a large number of transactions throughout the course of his career
  • He has worked in a wide range of manufacturing and service industries in his corporate and contract negotiating practice
  • In his securities law compliance practice, he has counseled clients with SEC filings, tender offers, public offerings and going private transactions
  • Vernon considers himself a relationship lawyer and is an experienced counselor and negotiator on behalf of his clients
  • Awards & Recognitions Named a Top Attorney in Corporate Finance/ Mergers & Acquisitions by Fort Worth, Texas Magazine for 2016 - 2024 Named a Top Attorney in Tarrant County by 360 West Magazine for 2017 to present Named a Power Attorney by the Fort Worth Business Press for 2013 AV-Rated Martindale-Hubbell: Preeminent Testimonials 'Vernon Rew is well respected in the community, having the character traits of a true leader
  • Never boastful or self-seeking, he leads by example, always exhibiting the qualities of a true gentleman.' Jay Scheideman, Past Chief Financial Officer of the Wm
  • Rigg entities Publications & Presentations Presentation at City Club Fort Worth: 'Are you Protected?
  • Update on Texas Entities' (November 2011) State Bar Section Newsletter, Corporate Counsel Section: SEC Guidance on the Use of Company Web Sites (State Bar of Texas, Spring 2009) Securities Law Techniques, Chapter 4: Securities Regulation of Sales of Oil and Gas Interests (LexisNexis Matthew Bender 2006)

Practice Areas Explained

Vernon E. Rew, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Vernon E. Rew, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Vernon E. Rew, Jr. is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Texas →

Securities 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 Fort Worth 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 Vernon E. Rew, Jr.

Where is Vernon E. Rew, Jr.'s law office located?
Vernon E. Rew, Jr.'s law practice is located in Fort Worth, Texas. The firm is Whitaker Chalk Swindle & Schwartz PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Vernon E. Rew, Jr. handle?
Vernon E. Rew, Jr. focuses on contracts, business, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Vernon E. Rew, Jr. practiced law?
Vernon E. Rew, Jr. has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Vernon E. Rew, Jr. go to law school?
Vernon E. Rew, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Vernon E. Rew, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Vernon E. Rew, Jr. received?
Vernon E. Rew, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas School of Law
- 1979
B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1979

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