Atty. James A. Ruoff

Atty. James A. Ruoff

Mr. James A.

The Woodlands The Woodlands 49 yrs experience 49 year
Call (346) 226-8432 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James A. Ruoff at a glance

James A. Ruoff is a Special Counsel based in The Woodlands, Texas, practicing at Jones Walker LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in S.D. Tex (1978). Educated at University of Houston Law Center (J.D., 1976) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A., 1972). Active member of Memberships •American Bar Association •Energy Bar Association. Serands clients in The Woodlands, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James A. Ruoff is a lawyer practicing environment & natural resources, business & commercial transactions, energy and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices at Jones Walker LLP in The Woodlands, TX

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Ruoff's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 The Woodlands 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 James A. Ruoff

Where is James A. Ruoff's law office located?
James A. Ruoff's law practice is located in The Woodlands, Texas. The firm is Jones Walker LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Ruoff handle?
James A. Ruoff focuses on business, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James A. Ruoff practiced law?
James A. Ruoff has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James A. Ruoff go to law school?
James A. Ruoff earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact James A. Ruoff for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Houston Law Center
- 1976
B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1972

Bar Admissions

S.D. Tex
Admitted: 1978

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