Jeff Joyce

Jeff Joyce

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 44 years

Appeals Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Appeals, Debt Collection, Business, Real Estate

712 Main, Suite 1500, Houston, TX

About Jeff

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Appeals 25%

Handle appeals of business and commercial lawsuits. State and Federal courts in Texas and have appeared before Maryland Court of Appeals.

43 years | 50 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 595-625 per hour


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 44 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1981

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Joyce + McFarland, LLP

712 Main, Suite 1500, Houston, TX, 77002

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Jeff Joyce's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 26, 2015

Excellent Attorney Services

Mr. Joyce displays character, competence, and commitment towards resolving each issue that emerges in our case. He knows our facts inside and out; likewise, he knows the applicable law and can therefore make well-reasoned decisions on how to proceed. He is very timely with his responses to our inqu...iries and he goes above and beyond to keep us informed of developments in our case. He thinks very proactively so we are prepared ahead of time for any twists or turns that may or may not emerge. We have great trust in Mr. Joyce's ability, and have also been served well by the support staff at his firm. We would certainly use his firm again if the need arose.

Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2009

Jeff Joyce Reference

I have engaged Jeff on numerous occasions to assist with complex litigation related to the collection of large commercial real estate loans that were in default or bankruptcy. Jeff by far and away is the most knowledgeable lawyer that I have worked with in my twenty years of collecting commercial re...al estate loans. Not only does Jeff have a superior grasp of the law he also has extremely sound business judgement. I have observed Jeff in action conducting depositions as well as numerous court appearances and two trials. Jeff has the personality characteristics and skill that enable him to engage with judges in a way that allows him to get the judge's attention with respect to the position or point of law that he is arguing. Jeff has the unique ability of laying out a case plan and strategy in an understandable way so that the client is fully aware of the pros and cons of a given case. Jeff has my highest of references as a trial lawyer with the highest of ethical standards.

Posted by anonymous | April 9, 2009

Client review of Jeff Joyce -

Jeff Joyce is without a doubt the first attorney I think of every time I need to engage outside counsel. Varying situations making engagement impossible 100% of the time; however, when possible I will always engage Jeff Joyce. He's professional, knowledgeable, incredibly intelligent, and is probably ...more adept at seeing all angles of a situation than anyone I know, which has proven to be of great significance in the business litigation matters for which I have engaged him. Further, he has always kept me informed and updated with the status of the various cases; has always made himself available; has repeatedly managed multi-party, multi-state, complex litigation with proven results; has kept his eye on mitigating litigation costs, including delegating work appropriately within his firm and managing experts' times and expenses. For my matters on which Jeff Joyce was lead counsel, we have been successfully granted judgments for our full claim approximately 90-100% of the time.

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Jeff Joyce's Lawyer Endorsements

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Raymond Walker

Litigation lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"When it comes to complex commercial litigation and tiral work, Jeff Joyce is simply one of the best in the business. He and his team are smart, practical and effective. As outside general counsel, our firm works closely with Jeff and his team on high stakes litigation for our clients. I highly recommend Jeff and Joyce, McFarland + McFarland LLP for anyone who needs excellent litigation counsel and trial results."

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John McFarland

Litigation lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jeff Joyce is among the finest trial lawyers in the state. He has a keen legal mind, a tireless work ethic, and plain horse sense. His slightly rural manner and nasal twang belie a sophisticated legal mind that is well-used to grappling with the most complicated legal issues. This is the upper echelon of lawyer, particularly well-suited for complex and high stakes commercial litigation."

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Raymond Walker

Corporate and incorporation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Houston's Top Lawyers, Commercial and Business Litigation, H Texas Magazine

2015

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2014

Houston's Top Lawyers, Commercial and Business Litigation, H Texas Magazine

2014

Top Lawyers, Houstonia Magazine

2014

Lawyer of the Year Arbitration, Best Lawyers in America

2014

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2014

Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine

2013

Top Lawyers, Houstonia Magazine

2013

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2013

Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine

2012

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2012

Houston's Top Lawyers, Commercial and Business Litigation, H Texas Magazine

2012

Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine

2011

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2011

Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine

2011

Houston's Top Lawyers, Commercial and Business Litigation, H Texas Magazine

2010

Texas Super Lawyer -- Business Litigation, Texas Monthly Magazine

2010

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2010

Houston's Top Lawyers, Commercial and Business Litigation, H Texas Magazine

2009

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2008

Houston's Top Lawyers, Commercial and Business Litigation, H Texas Magazine

2008

Texas Super Lawyer -- Business Litigation, Texas Monthly Magazine

2007

Texas Super Lawyer -- Business Litigation, Texas Monthly Magazine

2006

Houston's Top Lawyers, Commercial and Business Litigation, H Texas Magazine

2006

Texas Super Lawyer -- Business Litigation, Texas Monthly Magazine

2005

Houston's Top Lawyers, Commercial and Business Litigation, H Texas Magazine

2005

Texas Super Lawyer -- Business Litigation, Texas Monthly Magazine

2004

Houston's Top Lawyers, Commercial and Business Litigation, H Texas Magazine

2004

Texas Super Lawyer -- Business Litigation, Texas Monthly Magazine

2003

Texas Super Lawyer -- Business Litigation, Texas Monthly Magazine

2002

Texas Super Lawyer -- Business Litigation, Texas Monthly Magazine

1996

Board Certified Civil Trial Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Managing Partner, Joyce + McFarland, LLP

1981 - 2008

Shareholder, Winstead PC

Associations

2010 - Present

American Board of Trial Advocates (Houston chapter)

Associate Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Wells Fargo Bank as Trustee v. Diamond Point Plaza LP

Judgment for Plaintiff for over $22 million.

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Education

1981

University Of Texas

law

Speaking Engagements

2008

Texas Mortgage Lending Institute

Workouts and Foreclosure under New Credit Arrangements

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