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About James S. Dougherty at a glance
James S. Dougherty is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Dougherty & Dougherty. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, criminal defense, family law, and federal crimes. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. Supr (1970). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1970) and University of Notre Dame (B.B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston (Past Chair, Federal Practice Section) and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants Association for Conflict Resolution Alternative Dispute Resolution & Criminal Justice Act Panels, U, S, and District Court for Southern District of Texas. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. James S. Dougherty is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody & support and 5 other areas of law
- James received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years
- James practices at Dougherty & Dougherty in Houston, TX
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James S. Dougherty's Areas of Practice
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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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.
James S. Dougherty is one of 190,900 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Texas →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
James S. Dougherty is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Texas →
James S. Dougherty is one of 6,117 federal crimes attorneys indexed nationally. Browse federal crimes 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 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 venue, 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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