Atty. James Patrick Whalen
Mr. James Patrick Whalen is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, federal criminal, criminal and 4 other areas of law.
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James Patrick Whalen is a Member based in Plano, Texas, practicing at Law Office of James P. Whalen, P.C.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, juvenile, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Texas US Supreme Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals (1995) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas Texas Western District Court Texas Eastern District (1999). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1995) and Pennsylvania State University (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Plano, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. James Patrick Whalen is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, federal criminal, criminal and 4 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years
- James practices at Law Office of James P. Whalen, P.C. in Plano, TX
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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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 Plano 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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