Atty. James T. Rain

Atty. James T. Rain

Mr. James T.

Dallas Dallas 42 yrs experience 42 year
Call (945) 277-1435 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James T. Rain at a glance

James T. Rain is a Senior Counsel based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Locke Lord LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, real estate, and government. Admitted to practice in Texas (1984). Educated at The University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 1984) and Stanford University (B.A. English, 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James T. Rain is a lawyer practicing administrative & regulatory, administrative and public, commercial finance and 8 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • James practices at Locke Lord LLP in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

James T. Rain's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Dallas 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 T. Rain

Where is James T. Rain's law office located?
James T. Rain's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Locke Lord LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James T. Rain handle?
James T. Rain focuses on contracts, business, real estate, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James T. Rain practiced law?
James T. Rain has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James T. Rain go to law school?
James T. Rain earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A. English, 1981).
How can I contact James T. Rain for a consultation?
You can contact James T. Rain 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 T. Rain received?
James T. Rain's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
The University of Texas School of Law
- 1984
B.A. English
Stanford University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1984

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