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William S. Harris is a Member based in Fort Worth, Texas, practicing at William S. Harris, Attorney at Law. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Texas (1976) and U.S. District Court for Northern District of Texas, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. Su (1976). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1976) and University of Texas (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Tarrant County Bar Association State Bar of Texas Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers (President, 1989) Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (President, 2010-2011 ) National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Fort Worth, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. William S. Harris is a lawyer practicing criminal law, appellate practice, trial practice
- William received a B.A. degree from University of Texas in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
- William practices at William S. Harris, Attorney at Law in Fort Worth, TX
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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 Fort Worth 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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