Vince M. Vela Associate

Vince Vela is a commercial litigator and focuses his practice in the representation of multi-family owners, developers, and managers. His practice currently assists and supports clients in landlord-tenant matters, including evictions, small claims, code enforcement, and vendor disputes. Vince also has experience in representing clients in Consumer Bankruptcy matters regarding Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies in the Northern District of Texas.

Practice Areas

• Bankruptcy
• Commercial Litigation
• Landlord/Tenant Disputes
• Multi-Family Housing

Industries

• Multi-Family Residential Development, Investors, and Management Companies

Representative Experience

• Vince has represented Multi-Family Residential Management companies in fair housing matters, forcible entry and detainers, and municipal code enforcement citations.
• Vince has represented clients regarding Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 consumer bankruptcies including matters regarding the automatic stay, proof of claims, and Chapter 13 Plan review.

Education

• J.D., Texas A&M University School of Law
• B.B.A., Texas A&M University, Mays Business School, cum laude

Bar and Court Admissions

• Texas
• U.S. District and Bankruptcy Courts for the Northern District of Texas

Publications

• Doctoring Up Cybersecurity Standards: A Solution to Adequate Internet Security Measures Post Wyndham, 3 Tex. A&M J. of Prop. L. 243 (2018)

Professional Memberships and Associations

• Dallas Bar Association
• Dallas Association of Young Lawyers