Atty. James N. Mueller

Atty. James N. Mueller

Jim Mueller is the owner and managing partner of Mueller Family LawGroup. He is board certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and International Academy of Family Lawyers, and author of the book, Divorce in Texas: The Legal Process, Your Rights, and What to Expect.

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Profile Summary

About James N. Mueller at a glance

James N. Mueller is a Managing Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Mueller Family Law. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on family law. Admitted to practice in Texas (2006). Educated at Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law (J.D., 2006) and Rhodes College (B.A. Psychology, 2002). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jim Mueller is the owner and managing partner of Mueller Family LawGroup
  • He is board certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and International Academy of Family Lawyers, and author of the book, Divorce in Texas: The Legal Process, Your Rights, and What to Expect
  • Jim is a Diplomat of the prestigious American College of Family Trial Lawyers, a select group of 100 of the top family law trial lawyers from across the United States
  • His practice focuses primarily on complex divorce matters, high-asset property division, custody battles, and marital property agreements
  • He is also court appointed as an amicus attorney
  • Jim serves on the Executive Committees of the Texas Family Law Council, the TAFLS Board, the TX AAML Chapter, and the National AAML
  • He has chaired numerous CLEs across the country and regularly speaks to family law attorneys around the world
  • Jim is now serving Texas as one of the limited AAML Certified Arbitrators
  • Jim enjoys helping his clients achieve their goals and also serving his fellow colleagues to promote the practice and quality of Family Law throughout the state of Texas
  • Jim received his bachelor’s degree magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Rhodes College and graduated cum laude from the Dedman School of Law at Southern Methodist University

Practice Areas Explained

James N. Mueller's Areas of Practice

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

Family 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 Dallas 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

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Where is James N. Mueller's law office located?
James N. Mueller's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Mueller Family Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James N. Mueller handle?
James N. Mueller focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James N. Mueller practiced law?
James N. Mueller has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did James N. Mueller go to law school?
James N. Mueller earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.A. Psychology, 2002).
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What awards or recognition has James N. Mueller received?
James N. Mueller's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law
- 2006
B.A. Psychology
Rhodes College
- 2002

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2006

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