Atty. Walter Smith Keneally

Atty. Walter Smith Keneally

Mr. Walter Smith Keneally is a lawyer practicing business, construction, corporate finance and 9 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Walter Smith Keneally at a glance

Walter Smith Keneally is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Haynes and Boone, LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, m&a, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Texas (1991) and Colorado (1994). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1991) and Rice University (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Walter Smith Keneally is a lawyer practicing business, construction, corporate finance and 9 other areas of law
  • Walter received a B.A. degree from Rice University in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Walter practices at Haynes and Boone, LLP in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Walter Smith Keneally's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Walter Smith Keneally 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.

Walter Smith Keneally is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Texas →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Walter Smith Keneally is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Texas →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Walter Smith Keneally is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Texas →

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Walter Smith Keneally

Where is Walter Smith Keneally's law office located?
Walter Smith Keneally's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Haynes and Boone, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Walter Smith Keneally handle?
Walter Smith Keneally focuses on business, real estate, m&a, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Walter Smith Keneally practiced law?
Walter Smith Keneally has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Walter Smith Keneally go to law school?
Walter Smith Keneally earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Walter Smith Keneally for a consultation?
You can contact Walter Smith Keneally 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 Walter Smith Keneally received?
Walter Smith Keneally's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Houston
- 1991
B.A.
Rice University
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1991
Colorado
Admitted: 1994

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