Atty. Wayne A. Yaffee

Atty. Wayne A. Yaffee

Wayne A. Yaffee is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law and Real Estate Law.

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Profile Summary

About Wayne A. Yaffee at a glance

Wayne A. Yaffee is a business and real estate attorney based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Greenberg Traurig. Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1986). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Wayne A. Yaffee is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law and Real Estate Law
  • Wayne A., who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2016
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Wayne A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Wayne A. Yaffee's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Wayne A. Yaffee 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.

Wayne A. Yaffee is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

Real Estate Law

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

Wayne A. Yaffee is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Texas →

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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Wayne A. Yaffee

Where is Wayne A. Yaffee's law office located?
Wayne A. Yaffee's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Greenberg Traurig. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wayne A. Yaffee handle?
Wayne A. Yaffee focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did Wayne A. Yaffee go to law school?
Wayne A. Yaffee earned their education at (J.D., 1986).
How can I contact Wayne A. Yaffee for a consultation?
You can contact Wayne A. Yaffee 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 Wayne A. Yaffee received?
Wayne A. Yaffee's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1986

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026

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