Atty. James W. Collins

Atty. James W. Collins

Mr. James W.

Austin Austin 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About James W. Collins at a glance

James W. Collins is an Exec. Asst. Co. Atty. based in Austin, Texas. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, elder law, and government. Admitted to practice in Texas US Supreme Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Western District Court Texas Northern Di (1977). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James W. Collins is a lawyer practicing government relations, government liability, government contracts and 3 other areas of law
  • James has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

James W. Collins's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

James W. Collins is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Texas →

Government & Administrative Law

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

James W. Collins is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Austin 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 W. Collins

Where is James W. Collins's law office located?
James W. Collins's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James W. Collins handle?
James W. Collins focuses on probate, estate planning, elder law, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James W. Collins practiced law?
James W. Collins has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James W. Collins go to law school?
James W. Collins earned their education at (J.D., 1976).
How can I contact James W. Collins for a consultation?
You can contact James W. Collins 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 W. Collins received?
James W. Collins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas US Supreme Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Western District Court Texas Northern Di
Admitted: 1977

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