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About Teri
Board Certified - Civil Trial Law
Texas Board of Legal Specialization, 2006
Real Estate Broker's License, 1995
Texas Real Estate Commission
Practice areas
- Litigation: 40%
Business litigation matters, such as contracts, leases, Deceptive Trade Practices, fraud, breach of fiduciary duty claims.
- Real estate: 20%
Real estate title and transactional matters, including landlord/ tenant, liens and adverse possession claims. i
- Debt collection: 15%
Collection and defense of debt claims.
- Construction and development: 15%
Disputes between contractors and owners, including preparation and defense of mechanic's and materialmen's liens.
- Business: 10%
Disputes between business owners, simple entity formation and contract preparation.
Languages spoken
English
Contact
Walter Law Firm, PC
1111 North Loop West
Suite 1115
Houston, TX, 77008
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 1988 | 07/18/2019 |
| Legal answers | 5596 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Women Contractors Association | Board Member | 2017 - Present |
| River Oaks Womens Business Exchange Club | Member | 2014 - 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 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| University Of Houston | JD | 1988 |
| University of Houston | BA | 1985 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Judgment Affirmed - Real Estate Title | Court of appeals confirmed title and attorneys fees awarded. |
| Sanctions overturned | Sanctions order reversed |
| Construction Contract | Summary Judgment for $61K plus attorneys fees. |
| Contract - Custom leather coat | Jury awarded $4000.00 for value of coat already paid, plus attorneys fees. |
| Breach of residential lease | Judgment for Tenants in excess of $15,000.00 |
| Multi Party Fraud - Real Estate, Partnership, Promissory Notes | Judgment for clients |
|---|---|
| Colletion - Construction fees | Bench trial resulted in verdict for the full amount sought, plus attorneys fees. |
| DTPA - Roofing Company | Bench trial resulted in award of the full amount sought, including attorneys fees. |
| No breach of commercial lease | Jury found no breach of the lease and not fraud by landlord. |
| Summary Judgment Affirmed | Judgment paid in full out of funds escrowed from the sale of debtor's assets. |
| No fraulent lien | After a 3 day trial, jury found that notice of child support lien was not fraudulent. |
| No contract with church | Case settled for 10% of demand |
| Builder - fraud in settling construction defects | Judgment for home buyer for actual and punitive damages. |
| Adverse possession claim | Homeowner retained full title to the lot. |
| Mold remediation | Jury found for remodeler on all allegations. |
| Improper platting | Case settled before trial for 1% of demand |
| Adverse possession | Appeals court restored title to heirs. |
| Adverse possession - misplaced fence | Jury confirmed homeowner's title; affirmed on appeal. |
| Homebuilder Limited Partnership | Claimant surrendered limited partnership interest after summary judgment for homebuilder. |
| Home inspector Deceptive Trade Practices | Directed verdict in favor of home inspector |
| Homeowner's Association, foundation movement | Jury found homeowner's association had no liability, and made no misrepresentation. |
| Termites - Deceptive Trade Practices | No recovery against seller |
THANKS TERI WALTERS
Posted by Dianne
Thu Aug 15 2019
Mechanics Lien issue
Posted by anonymous
Thu May 03 2018
Attorney endorsements
(35)J. Stevens, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Nov 20, 2019
Relationship: Other
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, Tax Attorney on Nov 19, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 29, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Walter is a skilled advocate and a valuable contributor to this forum. I endorse her.
Walter Hnot,, Social security Attorney on Mar 21, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Teri is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation.
Lu Ann Trevino, Debt and lending agreements Attorney on Jul 12, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Ms Walter is a strong and principled attorney who provides clear answers applicable to the real world.
Michael Doland, Business Attorney on May 20, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
The answers of Ms. Walter are consistently accurate, analytic, and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney. Further, her manner of address fellow attorneys with respect inevitably will produce better results for her clients than the antagonistic approach of many attorneys.
Isaias Solorzano, Family Attorney on Feb 11, 2015
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Andrew Tolchin, Mediation Attorney on Jan 9, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Teri Walter. Teri is an outstanding attorney, someone I trust. Teri has my highest recommendation.
Robert von Dohlen, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 4, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats, Family Attorney on Sep 16, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Hovanes Margarian, Consumer protection Attorney on Jul 7, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
John Phillips, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 10, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Walter is one of the most giving lawyers in Avvo history. Her record of providing help to people is beyond elite. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community, for free. Kudos. I endorse this lawyer.
Elizabeth Broussard, Business Attorney on Jun 5, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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, Personal injury Attorney on May 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.
I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Walter is a well respected, generous contributor on Avvo. I would recommend her to anyone needing an experienced advocate.
John Felter, Litigation Attorney on Sep 11, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Her answers to legal questions on this website are always on point, and I have no doubt that she would do a great job for her clients.
Michael Gerace, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 10, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Truly Excellent Lawyer. Well respected in the legal community.
Jayson Lutzky, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 1, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Sean O'Neill, Family Attorney on May 1, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
M. Miller, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Mar 24, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
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