Atty. James Keith Mayo

Atty. James Keith Mayo

Mr. James Keith Mayo is a lawyer practicing business, civil litigation, construction and 14 other areas of law.

Tyler Tyler 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About James Keith Mayo at a glance

James Keith Mayo is a Member based in Tyler, Texas, practicing at Mayo Mendolia & Starr, LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and employment. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1995). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 1995) and Howard Payne University (B.S., 1991). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Smith County Bar Association State Bar of Texas Texas Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Tyler, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James Keith Mayo is a lawyer practicing business, civil litigation, construction and 14 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Howard Payne University in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • James practices at Mayo Mendolia & Starr, LLP in Tyler, TX

Practice Areas Explained

James Keith Mayo's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Employment 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 Tyler 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 Keith Mayo

Where is James Keith Mayo's law office located?
James Keith Mayo's law practice is located in Tyler, Texas. The firm is Mayo Mendolia & Starr, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Keith Mayo handle?
James Keith Mayo focuses on contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James Keith Mayo practiced law?
James Keith Mayo has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did James Keith Mayo go to law school?
James Keith Mayo earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.S., 1991).
How can I contact James Keith Mayo for a consultation?
You can contact James Keith Mayo 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 Keith Mayo received?
James Keith Mayo's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University
- 1995
B.S.
Howard Payne University
- 1991

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1995

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