Criminal & More Attorney · Serving Austin, TX · 51+ Years Experience
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About Walter C. Prentice at a Glance
Walter C. Prentice is a Member based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Walter C. Prentice. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Texas (1975), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Western and Northern Districts of Texa (1976), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1977), and U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1979). Educated at St. Marys University (J.D., 1975) and University of Iowa (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of Texas American Bar Association. Serves clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Walter C. Prentice
- Mr. Walter C. Prentice is a lawyer practicing criminal, driving while intoxicated, felonies and 5 other areas of law
- Walter C. received a B.S. degree from University of Iowa in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Walter C. practices at Walter C. Prentice in Austin, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Walter C. Prentice's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Walter C. Prentice handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Austin.
Divorce in Austin
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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DUI / DWI Defense in Austin
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Criminal Defense in Austin
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Austin
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Austin
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Austin
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 venue, 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.
Austin Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Austin-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Austin Choose Walter C. Prentice
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Walter C. Prentice's practice in the field of divorce, dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, and bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Walter C. Prentice brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Western and Northern Districts of Texa, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas, Walter C. Prentice can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, dui/dwi, and criminal defense, Walter C. Prentice can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Austin
A Austin-based practice means Walter C. Prentice attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Walter C. Prentice Handles in Austin
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