Atty. James Keith Russell

Atty. James Keith Russell

Mr. James Keith Russell is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, litigation, distribution and franchise and 3 other areas of law.

28 yrs experience 28 year
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About James Keith Russell at a glance

James Keith Russell is an Associate practicing in Texas, practicing at Baker & Hostetler LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in US District Court, Eastern District of Texas (2000). Educated at University of Houston, Houston, Texas, Including University of Houston Law Center (J.D., 1998) and The University of Texas at Austin (B.A. Government, 1995). Active member of Houston Bar Association State Bar of Texas Texas Young Lawyer's Association Houston Young Lawyer's Association.

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About

  • Mr. James Keith Russell is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, litigation, distribution and franchise and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from The University of Texas at Austin in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • James practices at Baker & Hostetler LLP in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

James Keith Russell's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

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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. 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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Where is James Keith Russell's law office located?
James Keith Russell's law practice is located in Texas. The firm is Baker & Hostetler LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Keith Russell handle?
James Keith Russell focuses on business, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James Keith Russell practiced law?
James Keith Russell has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did James Keith Russell go to law school?
James Keith Russell earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A. Government, 1995).
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Education

J.D.
University of Houston, Houston, Texas, Including University of Houston Law Center
- 1998
B.A. Government
The University of Texas at Austin
- 1995

Bar Admissions

US District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 2000

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