General Civil Law & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 46+ Years Experience
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About J. D. Bashline at a Glance
J. D. Bashline is a personal injury, real estate, ip, and litigation attorney based in Houston, Texas. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Texas (1980) and U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Eastern Districts of Texas, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth (1980). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1980) and University of Pittsburgh and Cameron University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Activities •American Bar Association •State Bar of Texas •Houston Bar Association •Galveston County Bar Association •Defense Research Institute •National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About J. D. Bashline
- J. D. Bashline is a lawyer practicing general civil law, railroad law, toxic tort law and 2 other areas of law
- J. D. received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh and Cameron University in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
- J. D. practices in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
J. D. Bashline's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. D. Bashline handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Personal Injury in Houston
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
J. D. Bashline is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →
Real Estate Law in Houston
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
J. D. Bashline is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Texas →
Intellectual Property in Houston
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
J. D. Bashline is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Texas →
Civil Litigation in Houston
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
J. D. Bashline is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
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 Houston 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 venue, 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.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Houston Choose J. D. Bashline
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish J. D. Bashline's practice in the field of personal injury, real estate, ip, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
J. D. Bashline brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas and U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Eastern Districts of Texas, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, J. D. Bashline can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, real estate, and ip, J. D. Bashline can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means J. D. Bashline attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues J. D. Bashline Handles in Houston
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