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Arthur L. Schechter
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Biography
Arthur Schechter has practiced law since 1964, and he’s helped thousands of clients to successfully resolve their cases and begin new lives. He’s served clients from local seaman’s unions, the National Maritime Union, the Indian Seaman’s Union, the Pakistani Seaman’s Union, and individual seaman throughout the world. Over the years his dedication to his clients and successes on their behalf have set him apart. Some have even named children, boats, and businesses after him!
He is a founding partner of Schechter, McElwee, Shaffer & Harris. He has served as Senior Counsel and litigator for personal injury cases; U.S. Ambassador to the Commonwealth of the Bahamas; Board Chairman of METRO; and Partner in a major national litigation firm – all with distinction.
Mr. Schechter is a highly respected trial lawyer who has received numerous awards for his work, including the highest civilian award given by the United States Coast Guard and recognition as a Texas Super Lawyer by Texas Monthly Magazine. He has also been recognized as one of the Top Lawyers for the People by H Texas magazine.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 61 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1964
No misconduct found
Location
Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, LLP - Accident & Injury Attorneys
3200 Travis Street, #300, Houston, TX, 77006
Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, LLP - Accident & Injury Attorneys
3222 Burke Rd, Ste 211 F, Pasadena, TX, 77504
Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, LLP - Accident & Injury Attorneys
23227 Red River Drive, #2a, Katy, TX, 77494
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Arthur L. Schechter's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Arthur is one of the best Maritime and Personal Injury lawyers around. He works very hard to make sure that his clients get the best outcome possible. It has been a pleasure working with him for so many years."
Adam Rosenfeld
Car accident lawyer
Dennis Mcelwee
Admiralty and maritime lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers
2012
Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Texas Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2010
Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2005
Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2004
Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2003
Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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AV,
N/A
Board Certified Trial Lawyer, State Bar of Texas
Work Experience
1998 - 2001
U.S. Ambassador to the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, United States Government
Associations
Houston Trial Lawyers Association
Member
American Academy of Railroad Trial Lawyers
Member
Texas College of the State Bar of Texas
Member
American Trial Lawyers Association
Member
William A. Lawson Institute for Peace and Prosperity
Board of Directors
Anti-Defamation League Southwest Regional Board Nominating Committee
Legal Committee
Institute of International Education Southern Regional Advisory Board
S.E.A.R.C.H. Service to the Homeless
Board Member
Education
1964
The University of Texas School of Law, Austin, TX
JD - Juris Doctor
1962
University of Texas, Austin, Texas, USA
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
Spanish