Atty. William J. Chriss

Atty. William J. Chriss

Phi Beta Kappa; Phi Kappa Phi; Phi Eta Sigma. Named "Texas Superlawyer," 2003-2004.

Corpus Christi Corpus Christi 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (361) 357-0353 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William J. Chriss at a glance

William J. Chriss is an Of Counsel based in Corpus Christi, Texas, practicing at The Snapka Law Firm PLLC. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, real estate, construction, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. (1980). Educated at St. John of Damascus Institute of Theology, Balamand University (M.A. Texas, 2004) and Harvard University (J.D., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Corpus Christi, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Phi Beta Kappa
  • Phi Kappa Phi
  • Phi Eta Sigma
  • Named "Texas Superlawyer," 2003-2004
  • Recipient, Dan R. Price Award for Professional and Teaching Excellence, Texas Bar Foundation, 2005
  • Adjunct Professor of Political Science (Constitutional Law and Political Philosophy), Corpus Christi State University, 1984-1986 and Texas A & M University, Corpus Christi, 2002-2005
  • Advisory Committee, Civil Trial Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization, 1997-1998
  • Wheeler Fellow, Texas Supreme Court Historical Society

Practice Areas Explained

William J. Chriss's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William J. Chriss handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Real Estate Law

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

William J. Chriss is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Texas →

Construction Law

William J. Chriss is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Corpus Christi 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 William J. Chriss

Where is William J. Chriss's law office located?
William J. Chriss's law practice is located in Corpus Christi, Texas. The firm is The Snapka Law Firm PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J. Chriss handle?
William J. Chriss focuses on personal injury, real estate, construction, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has William J. Chriss practiced law?
William J. Chriss has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did William J. Chriss go to law school?
William J. Chriss earned their education at (M.A. Texas, 2004); (J.D., 1980).
How can I contact William J. Chriss for a consultation?
You can contact William J. Chriss 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 William J. Chriss received?
William J. Chriss's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

M.A. Texas
St. John of Damascus Institute of Theology, Balamand University
- 2004
J.D.
Harvard University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S.
Admitted: 1980

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