Atty. James L. Chapman

Atty. James L. Chapman

Mr. James L.

Austin Austin 56 yrs experience 56 year
Call (512) 299-9540 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James L. Chapman at a glance

James L. Chapman is a Partner based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Bracewell LLP. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and government. Admitted to practice in Texas (1970), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas (1987), and District Of Columbia District of Columbia Circuit Court of Appeals (1999). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1970) and University of Texas (B.B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James L. Chapman is a lawyer practicing administrative, government, real estate and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas in 1968, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • James practices at Bracewell LLP in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

James L. Chapman's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

James L. Chapman is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Texas →

Probate

James L. Chapman is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Texas →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James L. Chapman is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Texas →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James L. Chapman is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Texas →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

James L. Chapman is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Austin 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 L. Chapman

Where is James L. Chapman's law office located?
James L. Chapman's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Bracewell LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James L. Chapman handle?
James L. Chapman focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James L. Chapman practiced law?
James L. Chapman has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did James L. Chapman go to law school?
James L. Chapman earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.B.A., 1968).
How can I contact James L. Chapman for a consultation?
You can contact James L. Chapman 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 L. Chapman received?
James L. Chapman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1970
B.B.A.
University of Texas
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1970
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 1987
District Of Columbia District of Columbia Circuit Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1999

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