Atty. James L. Stripling

Atty. James L. Stripling

Mr. James L.

Fort Worth Fort Worth 57 Years Experience 57 year
Call (682) 841-3002

Profile Summary

About James L. Stripling at a glance

James L. Stripling is a Shareholder based in Fort Worth, Texas, practicing at Decker Jones P.C.. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Texas (1969), U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1970), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1974), and U.S. Tax Court (1983). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1969) and Yale University (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Fort Worth, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James L. Stripling is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, mergers and acquisitions, taxation law and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • James practices at Decker Jones P.C. in Fort Worth, TX

Practice Areas Explained

James L. Stripling's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James L. Stripling is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

James L. Stripling is one of 77,130 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Fort Worth 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James L. Stripling

Where is James L. Stripling's law office located?
James L. Stripling's law practice is located in Fort Worth, Texas. The firm is Decker Jones P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James L. Stripling handle?
James L. Stripling focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James L. Stripling practiced law?
James L. Stripling has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did James L. Stripling go to law school?
James L. Stripling earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact James L. Stripling for a consultation?
You can contact James L. Stripling 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. Stripling received?
James L. Stripling's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas
- 1969
B.A.
Yale University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1970
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Federal Claims US Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces
Admitted: 1993

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