Atty. James S. Chapman

Atty. James S. Chapman

Mr. James S.

Waxahachie Waxahachie 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About James S. Chapman at a glance

James S. Chapman is a Member based in Waxahachie, Texas, practicing at Chapman & Chapman LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on wills, formation, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Texas (1991). Educated at Southern Methodist University School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Southern Methodist University (B.B.A. Yale, 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Waxahachie, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James S. Chapman is a lawyer practicing business law, entity formation, probate and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • James practices at Chapman & Chapman LLP in Waxahachie, TX

Practice Areas Explained

James S. Chapman's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

James S. Chapman is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Texas →

Business Formation

James S. Chapman is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Texas →

Probate

James S. Chapman is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Texas →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James S. Chapman is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Texas →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James S. Chapman is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

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 Waxahachie 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 S. Chapman

Where is James S. Chapman's law office located?
James S. Chapman's law practice is located in Waxahachie, Texas. The firm is Chapman & Chapman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James S. Chapman handle?
James S. Chapman focuses on wills, formation, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James S. Chapman practiced law?
James S. Chapman has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did James S. Chapman go to law school?
James S. Chapman earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.B.A. Yale, 1988).
How can I contact James S. Chapman for a consultation?
You can contact James S. Chapman directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James S. Chapman received?
James S. Chapman's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University School of Law
- 1991
B.B.A. Yale
Southern Methodist University
- 1988

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1991

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