Atty. James D. Cupples

Atty. James D. Cupples

Mr. James D.

Houston Houston 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About James D. Cupples at a glance

James D. Cupples is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Cupples & Chapman LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on business, creditor rights, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Texas Western District Court Texas Northern Distri (1986) and Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Eastern District Court (1987). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1986) and Oklahoma State University (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of State Bar of Texas Oklahoma Bar Association. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James D. Cupples is a lawyer practicing construction, litigation, subrogation and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Oklahoma State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • James practices at Cupples & Chapman LLP in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

James D. Cupples's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James D. Cupples 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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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James D. Cupples

Where is James D. Cupples's law office located?
James D. Cupples's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Cupples & Chapman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James D. Cupples handle?
James D. Cupples focuses on business, creditor rights, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James D. Cupples practiced law?
James D. Cupples has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did James D. Cupples go to law school?
James D. Cupples earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S., 1983).
How can I contact James D. Cupples for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James D. Cupples received?
James D. Cupples's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1986
B.S.
Oklahoma State University
- 1983

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Texas Western District Court Texas Northern Distri
Admitted: 1986
Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Eastern District Court
Admitted: 1987

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