Atty. James W. Essman
James W. Essman practices at Shafer, Davis, O'Leary & Stoker, P.C.
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James W. Essman is a Partner based in Odessa, Texas, practicing at Shafer, Davis, O'Leary & Stoker, P.C.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, business, and breach of contract. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S District Court, Western and Northern Districts of (1993). Educated at University of Tulsa (J.D., 1993) and University of Texas (B.A. Economics, 1991). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Midland and Ector County Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Midland County Young Lawyers Association Texas Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Odessa, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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James W. Essman is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Texas →
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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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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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 Odessa 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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