Atty. James Stephen Dostal

Atty. James Stephen Dostal

James Stephen Dostal is a lawyer practicing driving while intoxicated, drug crimes, felonies and 11 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Rockhurst University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

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About James Stephen Dostal at a glance

James Stephen Dostal is a Member based in Taos, New Mexico, practicing at James S. Dostal, P.C.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, white collar, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1974), U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1974), Colorado (1976), and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1992). Educated at UMKC (J.D. University, 1974) and Rockhurst University (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of El Paso County and Colorado Bar Associations Colorado Criminal Defense Bar. Serands clients in Taos, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Stephen Dostal is a lawyer practicing driving while intoxicated, drug crimes, felonies and 11 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Rockhurst University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James practices at James S. Dostal, P.C. in Taos, NM

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James Stephen Dostal's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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White Collar Crimes

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Juvenile Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Mexico

Practicing law in New Mexico. Legal matters in New Mexico are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Taos are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Mexico state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Mexico 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 New Mexico courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Stephen Dostal

Where is James Stephen Dostal's law office located?
James Stephen Dostal's law practice is located in Taos, New Mexico. The firm is James S. Dostal, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Stephen Dostal handle?
James Stephen Dostal focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, white collar, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has James Stephen Dostal practiced law?
James Stephen Dostal has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James Stephen Dostal go to law school?
James Stephen Dostal earned their education at (J.D. University, 1974); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact James Stephen Dostal for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Stephen Dostal received?
James Stephen Dostal's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. University
UMKC
- 1974
B.S.
Rockhurst University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 1974
Colorado
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1992

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