Board Certified - Civil Trial Law
Texas Board of Legal Specialization, 2006
Real Estate Broker's License, 1995
Texas Real Estate Commission
Practice areas
Business litigation matters, such as contracts, leases, Deceptive Trade Practices, fraud, breach of fiduciary duty claims.
Real estate title and transactional matters, including landlord/ tenant, liens and adverse possession claims. i
Disputes between contractors and owners, including preparation and defense of mechanic's and materialmen's liens.
Collection and defense of debt claims.
Disputes between business owners, simple entity formation and contract preparation.
Languages spoken
English
Walter Law Firm, PC
1111 North Loop West
Suite 1115
Houston, TX, 77008
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 1988 | 05/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 7137 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top Lawyers 2020 | H Texas Magazine | 2020 |
Top Lawyers | Houstonia Magazine | 2016 |
Top Lawyers | Houstonia Magazine | 2015 |
Top Lawyers | Houstonia Magazine | 2014 |
Top Lawyers | Houstonia Magazine | 2013 |
Women of Excellence | Federation of Houston Professional Women | 2008 |
Tiffany Star | Association of Women Attorneys | 2006 |
Movers & Shakers Award | Greater Southwest Houston Chamber of Commerce | 2001 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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President | Walter Law Firm, PC | 2012 - Present |
Sr. Counsel | Burleson LLP. | 2011 - 2012 |
President | Walter Law Firm, PC | 1997 - 2011 |
Sr Associate | Whittington, Pfeiffer & Vacek | 1991 - 1996 |
Associate | Baker Brown Sharman and Parker | 1989 - 1990 |
Associate | Smith Wright & Weed | 1986 - 1989 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Women Contractors Association | Board Member | 2017 - Present |
Greater Heights Area Chamber of Commerce | Member | 2013 - Present |
Texas Association of Civil Trial and Appellate Specialists | Member | 2009 - Present |
Women Contractors Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
College of the State Bar of Texas | Member | 1996 - Present |
Association of Women Attorneys | Member | 1992 - Present |
Houston Association of Realtors | Member | 1991 - Present |
Houston Bar Association | Member | 1988 - Present |
State Bar of Texas | Member | 1988 - Present |
Texas Association of Civil Trial and Appeallate Specialists | President | 2015 - 2016 |
River Oaks Womens Business Exchange Club | Member | 2014 - 2020 |
Bellaire Business Association | Board Member | 2014 - 2016 |
Bellaire Business Association | Member | 2014 - 2017 |
Greater Houston Builders Association | Member | 2009 - 2011 |
Federation of Houston Professional Women | Treasurer | 2008 - 2009 |
Association of Women Attorneys | President | 2007 - 2008 |
Business Networking International | Treasurer, Greenway Plaza | 2003 - 2004 |
Greater Southwest Houston Chamber of Commerce | Board Member | 2003 - 2004 |
Business Networking International | Member, Greenway Plaza | 2001 - 2006 |
Greater Southwest Houston Chamber of Commerce | Member | 1997 - 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University Of Houston | JD | 1988 |
University of Houston | BA | 1985 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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The Real Estate Investors Summit | Common Title Problems and How to Fix Them | 2021 |
Lunch and Learn | Ten Commandments of Clear Contract Writing | 2019 |
Educational Seminar | Secure Your Legal Rights - Texas Mechanic's Lien Laws | 2018 |
Mechanic's Lien Update | Mechanic's Liens | 2016 |
In-House Education | Evaluating Mechanics & Materialmens Liens | 2011 |
Business Skills Radio Interview | Contracts | 2011 |
Business Skills Radio | Chosing a Business Entity | 2011 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Title to Real Estate | After a one day trial, client was awarded full title to the commercial lot, and attorneys fees. |
Title to Real Estate | After a one day trial, firm's client was awarded full title to a house, and attorneys' fees |
Promissory Note and Release of Deeds of Trust | After a 1 day trial, judgment was entered for client declaring the liens invalid, and awarding attorneys' fees. |
Judgment Affirmed on Appeal | Judgment for client affirmed |
No interference with Child Custody | No evidence summary judgment in granted in favor of client, and awarding attorneys' fees. |
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Matthew Williams, Real estate Attorney on Apr 1, 2020
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I endorse Ms. Walter for her thoughtful analysis and solid answer to questions posed on AVVO.
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I endorse Ms. Walter for her accuracy as well as her insight into issues that are often not raised by a questioner, but crucial to resolution of the matter.
Matthew Williams, Real estate Attorney on Apr 1, 2020
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I endorse Ms. Walter for her thoughtful analysis and solid answer to questions posed on AVVO.
J. Stevens, Real estate Attorney on Nov 20, 2019
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I endorse Ms. Walter for her accuracy as well as her insight into issues that are often not raised by a questioner, but crucial to resolution of the matter.
Charles Zagara, Litigation Attorney on Nov 19, 2019
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I endorse this lawyer. Teri Walter consistently shows her expertise and experience in dealing with business and litigation matters when she answers questions here at AVVO. I highly recommend this attorney and would have full confidence in referring any Texas business and litigation matters to her.
Willie Graves, Litigation Attorney on Jun 29, 2017
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Ms. Walter is a skilled advocate and a valuable contributor to this forum. I endorse her.
Walter Hnot,, Business Attorney on Mar 21, 2017
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Teri is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation.
Lu Ann Trevino, Debt collection Attorney on Jul 12, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Ms Walter is a strong and principled attorney who provides clear answers applicable to the real world.
Michael Doland, Litigation Attorney on May 20, 2015
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Andrew Tolchin, Business Attorney on Jan 8, 2015
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I endorse Teri Walter. Teri is an outstanding attorney, someone I trust. Teri has my highest recommendation.
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Elizabeth Broussard, Business Attorney on Jun 5, 2014
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Teri's posts reflect broad experience both in business and construction law. She always provides valuable counsel. I would not hesitate to refer clients to her.
John O'Brien, Business Attorney on May 30, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.
Robert Harris, Business Attorney on Nov 27, 2013
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Michael Gerace, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 10, 2013
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Truly Excellent Lawyer. Well respected in the legal community.
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