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Peter Walter Weston
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Biography
I have been practice law for over 35 years. For 30 of those years I have been practicing exclusively Bankruptcy Law. I am Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in both Consumer and Business Bankruptcy Law.
Personally I have been married to my wife Kathy for over 30 years. I have two sons. Mike, who works with me as a debt relief lawyer and my other son Ryan who works for the Department of Justice. I also have four grandsons who keep me plenty busy.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Bankruptcy and Debt
100%
51 years | 5,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Texas for 50 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1975
No misconduct found
Location
Weston Legal, PLLC
177 West Gray Street, Principle Office, Houston, TX, 77019
Law Offices of Peter Walter Weston
14001 N. Dallas Parkway, By Appointment Only, Dallas, TX, 75240
Law Offices of Peter Walter Weston
9901 IH 10 West, By Appointment Only, San Antonio, TX, 78230
Law Offices of Peter Walter Weston
106 E Sixth Street, By Appointment Only, Austin, TX, 78701
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Peter Walter Weston's Reviews
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Practice Areas
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Case Results (58)
Recommendation (58)
Staff & Support (58)
Professionalism (55)
Responsiveness (52)
Practice Area Knowledge (51)
Communication Style (43)
Compassion (26)
Advocacy (25)
Character & Conduct (25)
General Knowledge (25)
Trustworthiness (11)
Cost of Services (8)
Payment Plans (5)
Punctuality (5)
Free Consultations (4)
Showing 41 - 45 of 52 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by Shannon | May 08, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Mr. Weston and his staff were great to work with. Mr. Weston's calm and pleasant demeanor during the initial meeting made discussing the aspects of my bankruptcy so much easier. Jennifer Moncrief worked so efficiently in putting the filing together. Both Jennifer and Eliana DeLaRosa answered all of ...
Posted by ernest | July 05, 2013
The best to work with
He helped through bad times and did a great job. Anyone would do well having Mr. Weston to guide you through hard times. He did everything for us and was always there to answer any questions. I hope we will not need him again but it feels great knowing he would be there.
Posted by Dana | March 27, 2013 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Understanding lawyer in challenging times
Mr. Weston and his office staff were very knowledgeable, professional and genuine when assisting my husband and I with our bankruptcy issues. Mr. Weston took the time to explain every aspect of our case even though he was not accepting Chapter 13 cases at that time. I was so happy when his office c...
Posted by Denise | March 27, 2013
Had to file Chapter 7 due to an abundance of debt.
Found this attorney and his staff to be very prompt to answer my questions and concerns. I felt my case was handled in a very professional manner. Yes, I would recommend this attorney to others in my situation.
Posted by Rasheeda | January 20, 2013 | Debt Collection
Helped Remove the Stress
We are so very glad we chose Mr. Weston's services. From the first contact we were handled with courtesy and professionalism. After months of worry and stress and trying to cope with all the phone calls and letters, Mr. Weston and his staff helped us understand our situation and how we would be abl...
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"I have seen Mr. Weston's advice and he clearly understands his field. He would be an excellent choice for any representation."
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"I endorse this lawyer. When I read Mr. Weston's responses, I find myself agreeing with him quite often. He is a great asset to the legal community."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"It is my pleasure to endorse Ms. Weston. I have been constantly impressed by the quality of his answers to AVVO users, as well as his obvious knowledge about a very wide range of bankruptcy topics."
"Peter Walter Weston is a straight shooter and provides the honest & unvarnished truth that clients ought to be looking for in an attorney. If I lived in Texas, I would want him to represent me."
"Pete is very knowledgable in bankruptcy with years of experience. He is highly recommended."
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Experience
Honors
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
BBB Gold Star Certificate, Better Business Bureau
2010
BBB Gold Star Certificate, Better Business Bureau
2010
Cerificate of Appreciation, Lamar Magnet School of Business
2009
BBB Gold Star Certificate, Better Business Bureau
2009
Certificate of Appeciation, Lamar Magnet School of Business
2008
Certificate of Appreciation, Lamar Magnet School of Business
2007
Certificate of Appreciation, Lamar Magnet School of Business
2006
Certificate of Appreciation, Lamar Magnet School of Business
2005
Certificate of Appreciation, Lamar Magnet School of Business
2005
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
Certificate of Appreciation, Lamar Magnet School of Business
2003
Certificate of Appreciation, Lamar Magnet School of Business
2002
Certificate of Appreciation, Lamar Magnet School of Business
2001
Certificate of Appreciation, Lamar Magnet School of Business
2000
Certificate of Appreciation, Lamar Magnet School of Business
1999
Certificate of Appreciation, Lamar Magnet School of Business
1998
Certificate of Appreciation, Lamar Magnet School of Business
1997
Certificate of Appreciation, Lamar Magnet School of Business
1996
Cerificate of Appreciation, Lamar Magnet School of Business
1995
Certificate of Appeceation, Lamar Magnet School of Business
1994
Board Certified Consumer Bankruptcy Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
1994
Board Cerfied Business Bankruptcy Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Attorney/Owner, Weston & Associates, PLLC
1978 - 2005
Solo Practitioner, Law Office of Pete W. Weston
1975 - 1978
Assistant Professor, Sam Houston State University
Associations
2004 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
1997 - Present
Houston Association of Debtors AttorneysMember
1994 - Present
College of the State Bar of Texas
1975 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
Sample of Legal Cases
In Re Steven Kelly Kaptain, Case No. 01-04-00001, Court of Appeals of Texas, First District, Houston, 2004 Tex. App. Lexis 1123
Original proceeding on Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus, Granted
U S v One Boeing 707 Aircraft, 750 F2d 1280 (5th Cir Tex 1985); cert denied Servotech Int'l v United States, 471 US 1055 (1985)
civil forfeiture of aircraft is allowed pursuant to executive order, cert denied
Education
1975
South Texas College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1970
Texas Tech University
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2007
International Bankruptcy Law Conference
Fair Debt Collection and Bankruptcy
2006
International Bankruptcy Law Conference
Truth in Lending Rescission Rights in Bankruptcy
2005
Municipal Justice Bar Association of Texas
The New Bankruptcy Law
2005
International Bankruptcy Law Seminar
Habeas Corpus in Bankruptcy
2000
The Breakfast Club
Bankruptcy in Texas
1993
South Texas College of Law Mock Trial
Mock Trial Judge
1992
South Texas College of Law Mock Trial
Mock Trial Judge
1991
South Texas College of Law Mock Trial
Mock Trial Judge
1990
South Texas College of Law Mock Trial
Mock Trial Judge
1989
South Texas College of Law Mock Trial
Mock Trial Judge
1988
South Texas College of Law Mock Trial
Mock Trial Judge
Publications
2007
International Bankruptcy Law Conference
Fair Debt Collection and Bankruptcy
2006
The International Bankruptcy Law Conference
Truth in Lending Rescission Rights in Bankruptcy
2005
The International Bankruptcy Law Conference
Habeas Corpus in Bankruptcy
Languages
English
Farsi
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I file bankruptcy on my own without hurting my husbands credit?
13 Oct 2018
Q&A
Can my bank drain both mine and husband’s checking and savings account if I alone declare chapter 7 bankruptcy in TX
16 Sep 2018
Q&A
Can i amend my Bankruptcy after it is dismissed?
13 Sep 2018