Atty. Wayne Kitchens

Atty. Wayne Kitchens

Mr. Wayne Kitchens is a lawyer practicing business bankruptcy, business planning & strategy, intellectual property.

Houston Houston 42 Years Experience 42 year
Call (346) 226-8514

Profile Summary

About Wayne Kitchens at a glance

Wayne Kitchens is a Co-Managing Partner and Chair, Bankruptcy and Insolvency Section based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Hughes Watters Askanase, L.L.P.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on business, ip, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Eastern Bankruptcy Court (1984) and U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern, Western and Northern Districts of Texas and U.S. Court of Ap (1985). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1984) and University of Texas at San Antonio (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Houston Bankruptcy Bar Association American Bankruptcy Institute Turnaround Management Association. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Wayne Kitchens is a lawyer practicing business bankruptcy, business planning & strategy, intellectual property
  • Wayne received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at San Antonio in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Wayne practices at Hughes Watters Askanase, L.L.P. in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Wayne Kitchens's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Wayne Kitchens 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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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Wayne Kitchens is one of 94,505 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Texas →

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

Wayne Kitchens is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 Kitchens

Where is Wayne Kitchens's law office located?
Wayne Kitchens's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Hughes Watters Askanase, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wayne Kitchens handle?
Wayne Kitchens focuses on business, ip, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Wayne Kitchens practiced law?
Wayne Kitchens has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Wayne Kitchens go to law school?
Wayne Kitchens earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Wayne Kitchens for a consultation?
You can contact Wayne Kitchens 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 Kitchens received?
Wayne Kitchens's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Houston
- 1984
B.A.
University of Texas at San Antonio
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas Texas Eastern Bankruptcy Court
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern, Western and Northern Districts of Texas and U.S. Court of Ap
Admitted: 1985

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