Atty. Jake Philip Skaggs

Atty. Jake Philip Skaggs

Mr. Jake Philip Skaggs is a lawyer practicing subrogation & recovery, personal injury, litigation: personal injury.

Houston Houston 25 yrs experience 25 year
Call (326) 213-3125 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Jake Philip Skaggs at a glance

Jake Philip Skaggs is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Cozen O'Connor. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on personal injury. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Eastern District Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court (2001) and Louisiana Louisiana Eastern District Court Louisiana Middle District Court Louisiana Western Distric (2010). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 2001) and Florida State University (B.S. Finance, 1998). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Houston Bar Association State Bar of Texas Texas Trial Lawyers Association Houston Young Lawers Association. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Jake Philip Skaggs is a lawyer practicing subrogation & recovery, personal injury, litigation: personal injury
  • Jake received a B.S. degree from Florida State University in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Jake practices at Cozen O'Connor in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Jake Philip Skaggs's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jake Philip Skaggs 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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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 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 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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Where is Jake Philip Skaggs's law office located?
Jake Philip Skaggs's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Cozen O'Connor. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jake Philip Skaggs handle?
Jake Philip Skaggs focuses on personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Jake Philip Skaggs practiced law?
Jake Philip Skaggs has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Jake Philip Skaggs go to law school?
Jake Philip Skaggs earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.S. Finance, 1998).
How can I contact Jake Philip Skaggs for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jake Philip Skaggs received?
Jake Philip Skaggs's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 2001
B.S. Finance
Florida State University
- 1998

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Texas Texas Eastern District Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court
Admitted: 2001
Louisiana Louisiana Eastern District Court Louisiana Middle District Court Louisiana Western Distric
Admitted: 2010

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