Atty. James Phelps Jones

Atty. James Phelps Jones

Mr. James Phelps Jones is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal defense, immigration and 3 other areas of law.

Dallas Dallas 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About James Phelps Jones at a glance

James Phelps Jones is a Member based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at J. Phelps Jones. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, immigration, aviation, and international. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1974) and Texas Texas Northern District Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals District Of Columbia - U.S. Supre (1980). Educated at Southern Methodist University (LL.M. University, 1980) and University Of Arkansas: Little Rock (B.A., 1969). Active member of State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James Phelps Jones is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal defense, immigration and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University Of Arkansas: Little Rock in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James practices at J. Phelps Jones in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

James Phelps Jones's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

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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Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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Aviation Law

Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.

James Phelps Jones is one of 9,225 aviation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse aviation attorneys in Texas →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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

Common questions about James Phelps Jones

Where is James Phelps Jones's law office located?
James Phelps Jones's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is J. Phelps Jones. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Phelps Jones handle?
James Phelps Jones focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, immigration, aviation, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James Phelps Jones practiced law?
James Phelps Jones has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James Phelps Jones go to law school?
James Phelps Jones earned their education at (LL.M. University, 1980); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact James Phelps Jones for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. University
Southern Methodist University
- 1980
B.A.
University Of Arkansas: Little Rock
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 1974
Texas Texas Northern District Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals District Of Columbia - U.S. Supre
Admitted: 1980

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