Atty. William Roy Defriend

Atty. William Roy Defriend

Mr. William Roy Defriend is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution, criminal, government and 4 other areas of law.

Groesbeck Groesbeck 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About William Roy Defriend at a glance

William Roy Defriend is a Dist. Atty. based in Groesbeck, Texas. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, juvenile, government, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Texas US Supreme Court Texas Western District Court Texas Northern District Court Texas Southern Dis (1990). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1990) and Baylor University (B.B.A. Navarro, 1988). Serands clients in Groesbeck, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. William Roy Defriend is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution, criminal, government and 4 other areas of law
  • William received a B.B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1988, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • William practices in Groesbeck, TX

Practice Areas Explained

William Roy Defriend's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Juvenile Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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Appellate Practice

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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 Groesbeck 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 Roy Defriend

Where is William Roy Defriend's law office located?
William Roy Defriend's law practice is located in Groesbeck, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Roy Defriend handle?
William Roy Defriend focuses on criminal defense, juvenile, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has William Roy Defriend practiced law?
William Roy Defriend has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did William Roy Defriend go to law school?
William Roy Defriend earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.B.A. Navarro, 1988).
How can I contact William Roy Defriend for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Baylor University
- 1990
B.B.A. Navarro
Baylor University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Texas US Supreme Court Texas Western District Court Texas Northern District Court Texas Southern Dis
Admitted: 1990

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