Atty. James V. Pianelli

Atty. James V. Pianelli

Mr. James V.

Houston Houston 47 yrs experience 47 year
Call (832) 930-5137 Book Appointment

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About James V. Pianelli at a glance

James V. Pianelli is an Attorney based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Pianelli Law Firm. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, government, and health care. Admitted to practice in New York (1979), New York -NY STATE COURT OF APPEALS -State - Intermediate Appellate Court (1979), U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern District (1984), and Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court (1989). Educated at New York University School of Law (LL.M. New, 1984) and New York University(M.L., 1978 New York University(M.L., 1978 (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston Bar Association. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James V. Pianelli is a lawyer practicing civil trial law, administrative and public, business and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a degree from New York University(M.L., 1978, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Pianelli Law Firm in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

James V. Pianelli's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 V. Pianelli

Where is James V. Pianelli's law office located?
James V. Pianelli's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Pianelli Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James V. Pianelli handle?
James V. Pianelli focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, government, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James V. Pianelli practiced law?
James V. Pianelli has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James V. Pianelli go to law school?
James V. Pianelli earned their education at (LL.M. New, 1984); (—).
How can I contact James V. Pianelli for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James V. Pianelli received?
James V. Pianelli's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. New
New York University School of Law
- 1984
New York University(M.L., 1978 New York University(M.L., 1978
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1979
New York -NY STATE COURT OF APPEALS -State - Intermediate Appellate Court
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern District
Admitted: 1984
Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court
Admitted: 1989

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