Atty. James Ronald Staley

Atty. James Ronald Staley

Mr. James Ronald Staley is a lawyer practicing labor and employment litigation, client counseling.

Houston Houston 28 yrs experience 28 year
Call (346) 553-8297 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James Ronald Staley at a glance

James Ronald Staley is a Shareholder based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas (1998). Educated at Baylor University School of Law (J.D., 1998) and Texas A & M University (B.B.A., 1995). Active member of State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James Ronald Staley is a lawyer practicing labor and employment litigation, client counseling
  • James received a B.B.A. degree from Texas A & M University in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • James practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

James Ronald Staley's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Ronald Staley

Where is James Ronald Staley's law office located?
James Ronald Staley's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Ronald Staley handle?
James Ronald Staley focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James Ronald Staley practiced law?
James Ronald Staley has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did James Ronald Staley go to law school?
James Ronald Staley earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.B.A., 1995).
How can I contact James Ronald Staley for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Baylor University School of Law
- 1998
B.B.A.
Texas A & M University
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1998

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