Atty. William Mark Young
William Mark Young is a lawyer practicing banking/financial services, capital markets, corporate and 6 other areas of law. William received a B.S.M.E. degree from Rice University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.
Banking/Financial Services & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 38+ Years Experience
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About William Mark Young at a Glance
William Mark Young is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Andrews Kurth Kenyon Llp. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in Texas (1988) and New York (2016). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1988) and Rice University (B.S.M.E., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About William Mark Young
- William Mark Young is a lawyer practicing banking/financial services, capital markets, corporate and 6 other areas of law
- William received a B.S.M.E. degree from Rice University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
- William practices at Andrews Kurth Kenyon LLP in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
William Mark Young's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Mark Young 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.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Houston
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Securities Law in Houston
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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 William Mark Young
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 William Mark Young's practice in the field of business, m&a, and securities.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
William Mark Young brings 38+ 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 and New York, William Mark Young can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and securities, William Mark Young 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 William Mark Young 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 William Mark Young Handles in Houston
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