Atty. J. Dennis Chambers

Atty. J. Dennis Chambers

Dennis Chambers is a frequent speaker at CLE events in Texas and Arkansas on a variety of litigation-related subjects. He is a past president of the Texas Association of Defense Counsel and is also an active member of the Arkansas Association of Defense Counsel and DRI.

Texarkana Texarkana 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About J. Dennis Chambers at a glance

J. Dennis Chambers is a Partner based in Texarkana, Texas, practicing at Atchley, Russell, Waldrop & Hlavinka, L.L.P.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, class action, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas (1979), U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern and Western Districts of Texas (1979), Arkansas (1980), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas (1980). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1979) and University of Arkansas (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Texarkana, Northeast Texas, Arkansas and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Arkansas Association of Defense Counsel Texas Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Texarkana, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dennis Chambers is a frequent speaker at CLE events in Texas and Arkansas on a variety of litigation-related subjects
  • He is a past president of the Texas Association of Defense Counsel and is also an active member of the Arkansas Association of Defense Counsel and DRI
  • Dennis has tried over 100 cases to a verdict in Texas, Arkansas, and Maryland
  • His litigation practice includes toxic tort and environmental litigation, complex litigation and class actions, and products liability cases of all types
  • He has represented numerous clients in asbestos litigation throughout the states of Texas and Arkansas for over thirty years, and has consulted with respect to such litigation in other states
  • Born in Stuttgart, Arkansas, May 5, 1954
  • admitted to bar, 1979, Texas
  • 1980, Arkansas
  • also admitted to practice before U.S
  • Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
  • U.S
  • District Court, Northern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas and Western District of Arkansas
  • Preparatory education, University of Arkansas (B.S., 1976)
  • legal education, Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1979)

Member

  • Texarkana, Northeast Texas, Arkansas and American Bar Associations
  • State Bar of Texas
  • Arkansas Association of Defense Counsel
  • Texas Association of Defense Counsel DRI, FDCC (President, 2003-04; Executive Vice President, 2002-03; Director 1994- )
  • Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
  • Texas Young Lawyers Association Board of Directors (1989-91)
  • District 1-B Grievance Committee, 1987-90 (Chairman, 1988-90)

Practice Areas Explained

J. Dennis Chambers's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Dennis Chambers handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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.

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Class Action

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Texarkana 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

Common questions about J. Dennis Chambers

Where is J. Dennis Chambers's law office located?
J. Dennis Chambers's law practice is located in Texarkana, Texas. The firm is Atchley, Russell, Waldrop & Hlavinka, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Dennis Chambers handle?
J. Dennis Chambers focuses on personal injury, class action, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has J. Dennis Chambers practiced law?
J. Dennis Chambers has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did J. Dennis Chambers go to law school?
J. Dennis Chambers earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1976).
How can I contact J. Dennis Chambers for a consultation?
You can contact J. Dennis Chambers directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has J. Dennis Chambers received?
J. Dennis Chambers's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1979
B.S.
University of Arkansas
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern and Western Districts of Texas
Admitted: 1979
Arkansas
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1981

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