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William J. Dyer

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William J. Dyer
Certified Specialist in Civil Trial Law, blue-chip academics & BigLaw pedigree, 30+ yrs experience.
5.0 star rating
If I could give Mr. Dyer 6 stars, I would.
- Christine, a Mediation client
5.0 star rating
A good lawyer for out-of-the-ordinary lawsuits
- Mark, a Personal Injury client

Overview

Avvo Rating

10.0

Superb

10

Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Practice Areas

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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Contingent (1%-99%), Fixed (Sometimes), Free Consultation (120 minutes), Hourly ($1-$450/hour), Pro Bono (10%), Retainer (Sometimes)

Payment types

Cash, Check

Contact Information

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  • 281-536-4731
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  • Law Office of William J. Dyer
    1800 St. James Place, Suite 105
    Houston, TX 77056
    Office: 281-536-4731
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About Me

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My business card.
This is a typical courtroom at the new Harris County Civil Courthouse, where most of my cases are pending. It has built-in accommodations for high-tech audio/visual equipment, such as the presentation software I run from my laptop computer.
1979-1980 Texas Law Review Editorial Board. That's me in the back row, third from the left, with the slouch and the smirk.

With blue-chip law school credentials and a Fifth Circuit judicial clerkship under my belt, I spent the first half of my career to date practicing at large... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“If I could give Mr. Dyer 6 stars, I would.”

Posted by: Christine, 2011-01-17 about 1 year ago.

Client Review: I was involved in an emotionally and financially draining civil lawsuit with my commercial landlord. The lawsuit dragged on for nearly two years. My... more
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5 star rating

“A good lawyer for out-of-the-ordinary lawsuits”

Posted by: Mark, 2011-01-17 about 1 year ago.

Client Review: Helped me in a really odd case -- one that is so unusual that if I provide details it would be recognizable. He nailed the strategy of the plaintiff'... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

6 endorsements


Michael T. Floreani

I have worked with Mr. Dyer on many cases. His courtroom, legal analysis, advocacy and writing skills are superior. I place him in the top 5... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Michael Floreani , Wimberley (TX), About 3 years ago
Grant Matthew Scheiner

Bill Dyer is a ferocious trial lawyer with a razor-sharp intellect. His ability to immerse himself in the micro-details of a case is one of Bill's... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Grant Scheiner , Houston (TX), About 3 years ago
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Résumé

 

License

31 years since William J. Dyer was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Texas Eligible To Practice In Texas 1980 03/09/2011

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Principal at Law Office of William J. Dyer 2006–present
Of Counsel at Broemer & Associates 2005–2006
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
University of Texas School of Law Law JD with High Honors (top 5%) 1980
University of Texas at Austin Plan II Interdisciplinary Honors Program BA with High Honors 1977

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Board Certified - Civil Trial Texas Board of Legal Specialization 2010
Outstanding Participant National Institute for Trial Advocacy, National Session 1985
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member College of the State Bar of Texas 2009-present
Member Bar of the United States Supreme Court 1991-present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Reputation Level 14
Answers: 559 Legal Answers
27 Best Answers
159 Answers marked as good
Guides: 1 Legal Guide
1 Staff Pick
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Note, Community Property Rights and the Business Partnership Texas Law Review 1979

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Insurance-Generated Ethical Concerns in Civil Litigation South Texas College of Law's Texas Insurance Law Symposium - Houston 2009
Insurance-Generated Ethical Concerns in Civil Litigation South Texas College of Law's "Just Ethics" CLE Luncheon Series - Houston 2009
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Objective counselor and seasoned trial advocate for businesses and individuals.

281-536-4731