Atty. James E. Cuellar
James E. Cuellar is a lawyer practicing creditors rights, commercial law, consumer law and 2 other areas of law.
Commercial Law & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 38+ Years Experience
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About James E. Cuellar at a Glance
James E. Cuellar is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Wells & Cuellar, P.C.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, creditor rights, civil rights, consumer, and adr. Admitted to practice in Texas (1988), U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas (1988), and U.S. Supreme Court (1997). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1985) and University of Texas at Austin (B.B.A. Business, 1982). Active member of Houston and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James E. Cuellar
- James E. Cuellar is a lawyer practicing creditors rights, commercial law, consumer law and 2 other areas of law
- James E. received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1982, and has been licensed for 38 years
- James E. practices at Wells & Cuellar, P.C. in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
James E. Cuellar's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. Cuellar handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Business & Corporate Law in Houston
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James E. Cuellar is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →
Creditor Rights & Collections in Houston
James E. Cuellar is one of 42,582 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Texas →
Civil Rights in Houston
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
James E. Cuellar is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Texas →
Consumer Protection in Houston
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
James E. Cuellar is one of 50,226 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer attorneys in Texas →
Mediation & Arbitration in Houston
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
James E. Cuellar is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 James E. Cuellar
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 James E. Cuellar's practice in the field of business, creditor rights, civil rights, consumer, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James E. Cuellar brings 38+ 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, U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas, and U.S. Supreme Court, James E. Cuellar can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, creditor rights, and civil rights, James E. Cuellar 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 James E. Cuellar 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 James E. Cuellar Handles in Houston
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James E. Cuellar has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact James E. Cuellar directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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