Mr. Arthur L. Schechter
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Mr. Arthur L. Schechter
Biography
I began practicing law in 1964, and over the years, I have represented local seaman’s unions, the National Maritime Union, individual foreign seaman throughout the world, the Indian Seaman’s Union, the Pakistani Seaman’s Union and more. I have assisted thousands of clients. I have received the highest civilian award from the United States Coast Guard, I have been selected as a Texas Super Lawyer multiple years, I served as the U.S. Ambassador to the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, I served as the Board Chairman of METRO, and I have been voted one of Houston's Top Lawyers for the People by H Texas magazine multiple years.
Practice Areas
Asbestos & Mesothelioma
Insurance Claims
Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance
Maritime Law
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
Nursing Home Abuse
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
U.S. Ambassador to the Commonwealth of the Bahamas United States Government
Year: 1998 - 2001
Description:
Professional Associations
William A. Lawson Institute for Peace and Prosperity Board of Directors (Current)
Texas College of the State Bar of Texas Member (Current)
American Academy of Railroad Trial Lawyers Member (Current)
Texas Civil Justice Foundation Founding Sponsor (Current)
S.E.A.R.C.H. Service to the Homeless Board Member, Chaired First Fundraising Ball (Current)
HTLA - Houston Trial Lawyers Association Member, Board of Directors (Current)
Serve Houston Board (Local AmeriCorps Chapter) Board of Directors (Current)
Institute of International Education Southern Regional Advisory Board Member (Current)
Texas State Bar # 17735000 Member (1964 - Current)
American Trial Lawyers Association Sustaining Member (Current)
Anti-Defamation League Southwest Regional Board Legal Committee, Nominating Committee (Current)
Awards
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AV Rating
Martindale-Hubbell
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Texas Super Lawyer
Texas Monthly Magazine
Note: Texas Super Lawyers 2003-2009
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Lifetime Fellow
Roscoe Pound Society
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Honorary President
American Men's Club of Nassau
Note: 1998 - 2001
Education
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University Of Texas Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Year: 1964
Certifications
- Personal Injury Trial Law: Texas State Bar
Websites
http://www.smslegal.com
Website
Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, LLP - Accident & Injury Attorneys
23227 Red River Dr, #2a, Katy, TX 77494
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, LLP - Accident & Injury Attorneys
3222 Burke Rd, Ste 211 F, Pasadena, TX 77504
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, LLP - Accident & Injury Attorneys
3200 Travis St., 3rd Floor, #300, Houston, TX 77006
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
(713) 751-0412