Atty. David Earl James

Atty. David Earl James

Mr. David Earl James is a lawyer practicing admiralty law, maritime law.

Beaumont Beaumont 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About David Earl James at a glance

David Earl James is a maritime attorney based in Beaumont, Texas. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (2002), US District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana (2003), and US District Court, Western District of Louisiana (2004). Educated at Louisiana State University Law Center (J.D., 2001) and Texas A & M University at Galveston (B.S. Maritime, 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Beaumont, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. David Earl James is a lawyer practicing admiralty law, maritime law
  • David Earl received a B.S. degree from Texas A & M University at Galveston in 1994, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • David Earl practices in Beaumont, TX

Practice Areas Explained

David Earl James's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Earl James handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Beaumont are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is David Earl James's law office located?
David Earl James's law practice is located in Beaumont, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Earl James handle?
David Earl James focuses on maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has David Earl James practiced law?
David Earl James has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did David Earl James go to law school?
David Earl James earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.S. Maritime, 1994).
How can I contact David Earl James for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Earl James received?
David Earl James's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University Law Center
- 2001
B.S. Maritime
Texas A & M University at Galveston
- 1994

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 2002
US District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana
Admitted: 2003
US District Court, Western District of Louisiana
Admitted: 2004

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