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James R. Walker is a criminal defense attorney based in Houston, Texas. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Texas (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit New Mexico (1983), and Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court (1995). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1980) and St. John's College (B.A., 1970). Provides legal services in Spanish. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. James R. Walker is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal defense
- James received a B.A. degree from St. John's College in 1970, and has been licensed for 46 years
- James practices in Houston, TX
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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 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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