Atty. James E. Sherry
James E. Sherry is a lawyer practicing appellate litigation, business and commercial litigation, directors and officers liability and 4 other areas of law.
Appellate Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Dallas, TX · 20+ Years Experience
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About James E. Sherry at a Glance
James E. Sherry is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Mccathern Pllc. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (2006) and Texas Massachusetts U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. (2013). Educated at George Washington University Law School (J.D., 2005) and University of Michigan (B.A., 2002). Active member of State Bar of Texas State Bar of Massachusetts State Bar of the District of Columbia Dallas Bar Association. Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James E. Sherry
- James E. Sherry is a lawyer practicing appellate litigation, business and commercial litigation, directors and officers liability and 4 other areas of law
- James E. received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years
- James E. practices at McCathern, PLLC in Dallas, TX
Practice Areas Explained
James E. Sherry's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. Sherry handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Dallas.
Wrongful Termination in Dallas
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Wrongful Death in Dallas
James E. Sherry is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Texas →
Personal Injury in Dallas
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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Employment Law in Dallas
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
James E. Sherry is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Texas →
Business & Corporate Law in Dallas
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Dallas
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 Dallas 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.
Dallas Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Dallas-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 Dallas Choose James E. Sherry
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. Sherry's practice in the field of wrongful termination, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James E. Sherry brings 20+ 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 District of Columbia and Texas Massachusetts U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. , James E. Sherry can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful termination, wrongful death, and personal injury, James E. Sherry can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Dallas
A Dallas-based practice means James E. Sherry 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. Sherry Handles in Dallas
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James E. Sherry 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.
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