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Morris E. White
Villa & White, LLP
1100 NW Loop 410
Suite 700
San Antonio, TX 78213
Phone: (210) 225-4500 | Fax: (210) 212-4649
http://www.villawhite.com
Get Out of Debt. Get Some Sleep.
Legal Topic
Bankruptcy
Preferred New Clients
I have no preference. I handle all types of bankruptcy cases.
Sub-Categories
Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13
- Chapter 7
- Collections & Repossessions
- Debt Relief
- Garnishments
- Chapter 11
- Business Bankruptcy
- Credit Repair
- Credit Restoration
- Creditor Harassment
- Family Farmer Bankruptcy Chapter 12
- Personal Bankruptcy
- Foreclosures
Bar Admissions
TX, Nov 1997
Bar Number: 24003162
Other Court Admissions
Supreme Court of Texas; Western District of Texas.
Association Memberships
Texas Bar Association; San Antonio Bar Association; San Antonio Bankruptcy Bar Association.
Continuing Education
I attend CLE classes each year.
Papers and Publications
Are ROTH IRAs Exempt from Creditor Attachment?, San Antonio Business Journal 1998.
Example Cases
I handle a variety of cases including consumer, small business and tax resolution cases.
Education
Degree:
Doctor of Jurisprudance
School:
Texas Tech School of Law
City:
Lubbock
State:
TX
Year:
1997
Honors:
CALI Award of Excellence
Degree:
B.A.
School:
Southwestern University
City:
Georgetown
State:
TX
Year:
1989
Degree:
Master of Business Administration
School:
Texas Tech Graduate School of Business
City:
Lubbock
State:
TX
Year:
1992
Number of Attorneys
2
State Licensed In
Texas
Firm Focus and History
Villa & White LLP primarily practices in the areas of bankruptcy, family and criminal law and was established in July, 2001.
Previous Employment Summary
Prior to forming my law firm, I worked for a very large, national law firm. I have also worked for a bankruptcy trustee and a medium size certified public accounting firm.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I think it is important, as long as they understand that it is usually not as simple as it seems.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Certainly, if the client is willing to take constructive criticism.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I would not do it. It really is not in the best interest of the client as I could not prepare them for every nuance that may come along.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I enjoy analyzing complex problems and developing solutions.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
My business and accounting background enables me to identify with those clients who have tax problems. Often I can suggest to my small business clients some management strategies to prevent future financial problems.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
Bankruptcy is one area of the law where, in my opinion, the client can see the true value of my services. The client may get relief of a significant amount of debt for a relatively small amount of money (my fee). Given the complexity of the Bankruptcy Code, many clients would not be able to represent themselves and get the financial relief available to them.
What do you like best about your career?
I get to help people overcome some very stressful financial issues. I have had many clients tell me that the night after our initial consultation they had the "first night of decent sleep in a long time."
Tell us about your law firm:
Although I do have staff members, I deal directly with my clients and prepare their case documents myself. That way I am sure to know the "ins-and-outs" of each client's case. Each one has different issues and hurdles to overcome.
What are your strengths and style?
I have worked for a large law firm, and I am not afraid to "tee it up" against the "big boys," including the IRS.
Personal Interests:
My family. I have a son and a daughter that I love to make laugh.
Fax
(210) 212-4649
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
There is usually a flat fee for a bankruptcy case. The amount of the flat fee fee depends on the type of bankruptcy (consumer, business, chapter etc.) and the complexity of the specific case.
Hourly Rates
For non-bankruptcy cases, I have a standard hourly rate of $200.
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes.
Typical Retainer
I do require a retainer but the amount depends on the circumstances of the case.
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