Atty. James J. Elliott

Atty. James J. Elliott

Mr. James J.

Stephenville Stephenville 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About James J. Elliott at a glance

James J. Elliott is a Member based in Stephenville, Texas, practicing at Coan & Elliott, P.C.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Texas (1988) and U.S. District Court, Northern and Western Districts of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circui (1988). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 1988) and Oklahoma State University (B.B.A., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Erath County Bar Association (President, 1993-1994) State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Stephenville, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James J. Elliott is a lawyer practicing personal injury, real estate, litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.B.A. degree from Oklahoma State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • James practices at Coan & Elliott, P.C. in Stephenville, TX

Practice Areas Explained

James J. Elliott's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

James J. Elliott is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Texas →

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

James J. Elliott is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James J. Elliott is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Texas →

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 Stephenville 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 J. Elliott

Where is James J. Elliott's law office located?
James J. Elliott's law practice is located in Stephenville, Texas. The firm is Coan & Elliott, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James J. Elliott handle?
James J. Elliott focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James J. Elliott practiced law?
James J. Elliott has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did James J. Elliott go to law school?
James J. Elliott earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.B.A., 1983).
How can I contact James J. Elliott for a consultation?
You can contact James J. Elliott directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James J. Elliott received?
James J. Elliott's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University
- 1988
B.B.A.
Oklahoma State University
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Northern and Western Districts of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circui
Admitted: 1988

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