Charles Sydney Turet Jr.

Charles Sydney Turet Jr.

4.7
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 54 years

Real estate Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Real Estate, General Practice, Contracts & Agreements ... +2 more

9225 Katy Freeway, Suite 250, Houston, TX

About Charles

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Real Estate 45%

Represent commercial and residential builders, developers and lenders in construction, development and financing of condominiums, shopping centers, office buildings and subdivisions

55 years

45%
Construction and Development 15%

Negotiates and represents clients in construction contracts, condominium developments and other commercial and residential developments; arbitrated cases for the American Arbitration Association as arbitrator

15%
Contracts and Agreements 15%

Drafts and reviews contract in all aspects of real estate sales and purchases, construction contracts and asset purchases and sales.

15%
General Practice 15%

Represent clients in all aspects of business, corporate/partnership formation and business disputes

55 years

15%
Corporate and Incorporation 10%

Forms and prepares company agreements for corporations and limited liability companies, partnership agreements and other entity documentation, such as resolutions

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 295-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 54 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1971

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Frank, Elmore, Lievens, Chesney & Turet, LLP

9225 Katy Freeway, Suite 250, Houston, TX, 77024

Law Offices of Charles Sydney Turet Jr.

9225 Katy Freeway, Suite 250, Houston, TX, 77024-1521

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Charles Sydney Turet Jr.'s Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jeff | November 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Issue with Builder and HOA

Used Chuck for easement dispute was attentive to situation. Didn't follow through at end of case to let us know about attorney fees from HOA/Builder thought it was poor that I called twice and never received notice or follow up. Our outcome of our situation was favorable. I don't believe the HOA/...Builder would have done anything or near as quick without him.

Posted by Richard | October 07, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Corporate & Incorporation

Charles S. Turet - Professional Review

We have used Chuck and his firm on various matters over the past 18 years. Whether we engage him for Association formation/documents, a conventional real estate transaction, or to negotiate a claim in our behalf he has always represents us well. He is well adept at balancing between legal nuances and... practical solutions on an issue in order to position his client with the most favorable outcome.

Posted by Casey | October 02, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Attorney Review for Excellent Counsel and Action

As President of my homeowner association located in a highly desirable area for redevelopment, Mr. Turret and his team have consistently provided sound, effective and correct valuable guidance and wisdom for our real estate and TUCA related issues, particularly with regards to any potential dissoluti...on of the association if we ever terminate our association. He has provided excellent legal advice for our continued operations for many years. In addition, he and his team have provided excellent counsel regarding any unexpected offers to buy the association property and related matters. My Board and I believe that he is the best choice to continue to guide us through many diverse and complicated legal issues. Many of the issues have been unforeseen, and he always provided excellent recommendation for legal action, when necessary. He excels with guidance and advice in our efforts to plan ahead and be proactive in legal issues. With his wealth of experience, knowledge and sound judgment and opinions, any client would be find themselves in the best of legal counsel, while working with him.

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"Over the years, I have referred a number of folks to Chuck Turet and, in every case, they reported back that they were treated with respect and compassion and their questions and concerns were answered timely. Chuck has a wealth of experience in real estate law, and I never hesitate to refer people to him who need his expertise."

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Board Certified- Commercial Real Estate Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2017

Board Certified- Residential Real Estate Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Managing Partner, Frank, Elmore Lievens, Chesney & Turet, LLP

1994 - 1996

Owner, Turet & Associates, P.C.

1992 - 1994

Partner, Nortman & Turet

1986 - 1992

Partner, Elkins & Yount

1979 - 1986

Vice-President, Secretary & General Counsel, Jetero Corporation

1975 - 1979

Associate Attorney, Edwin H. Frank, Jr. Attorney, Inc.

1971 - 1975

Associate Attorney, Woodard, Hall & Primm, McCrory & Henry

Associations

2014 - Present

University of Texas McCombs School of Business Alumni Advisory Board

Member

2004 - Present

Houston Bar Foundation

Life Fellow

1992 - Present

American Arbitration Association (Dallas Regional Office)

Commercial and Construction Panel of Neutrals

1986 - Present

Martindale- Hubbell

AV (Highest) Rated

1979 - Present

American Bar Association, Business Law Section

Member

1979 - Present

American Bar Association, Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Section

Member

1972 - Present

Houston Bar Association, Real Estate Law Section

Member

1971 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Real Estate, Probate and Trust Section

Member

1999 - 2012

Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 17 (Memorial City)

Former Chairman

Education

1971

University of Texas School of Law

Juris Doctor

1968

University Of Texas

BBA

Speaking Engagements

2015

Texas Bar CLE, Live Webcast

Termination of Condominium Regimes- Buyer/Seller Perspectives

2015

37th Annual Advanced Real Estate Law Conference

Termination of Condominium Regimes

2012

American Arbitration Association, Live Webinar

Eight Problems the Commercial Real Estate Crash Uncovered and How ADR Can Resolve Those Issues

Publications

2015

Advanced Real Estate Law Course 2015 Terminating Condominium Projects

Activity

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