Atty. Wayne Kitchens
Mr. Wayne Kitchens is a lawyer practicing business bankruptcy, business planning & strategy, intellectual property.
Business Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 42+ Years Experience
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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.
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About Wayne Kitchens
- 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 Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Wayne Kitchens handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Business & Corporate Law in Houston
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Wayne Kitchens is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →
Intellectual Property in Houston
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Wayne Kitchens is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Texas →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Houston
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 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
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.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-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 Houston Choose Wayne Kitchens
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 Wayne Kitchens's practice in the field of business, ip, and bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Wayne Kitchens brings 42+ 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 Texas Eastern Bankruptcy Court and U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern, Western and Northern Districts of Texas and U.S. Court of Ap, Wayne Kitchens can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, ip, and bankruptcy, Wayne Kitchens can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means Wayne Kitchens attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Wayne Kitchens Handles in Houston
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Wayne Kitchens has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Wayne Kitchens directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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