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James P. Pennington is a Managing Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Law Office of James Pennington. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on litigation and energy. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals (1986). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1985) and Louisiana Tech University (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. James P. Pennington is a lawyer practicing energy & litigation law
- James received a B.S. degree from Louisiana Tech University in 1979, and has been licensed for 40 years
- James practices at Law Office of James Pennington in Houston, TX
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
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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. Cases originating in Houston 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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