Atty. James W. Knowles

Atty. James W. Knowles

Mr. James W.

Tyler Tyler 60 yrs experience 60 year
Call (903) 817-0132 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James W. Knowles at a glance

James W. Knowles is a Member based in Tyler, Texas, practicing at James W. Knowles Attorney-Mediator. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on adr. Admitted to practice in Texas US Court of Federal Claims Texas Eastern District Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Elevent (1966). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D. Accounting, 1966) and Southern Methodist University (B.B.A. Accounting, 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Smith County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas (Past Council Member, ADR Section Past Council Member, Mineral Law Section) Association of Attorney-Mediators (Member, Board of Directors. Serands clients in Tyler, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James W. Knowles is a lawyer practicing mediation, adr, arbitration
  • James received a B.B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • James practices at James W. Knowles Attorney-Mediator in Tyler, TX

Practice Areas Explained

James W. Knowles's Areas of Practice

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

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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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 Tyler 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. Knowles

Where is James W. Knowles's law office located?
James W. Knowles's law practice is located in Tyler, Texas. The firm is James W. Knowles Attorney-Mediator. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James W. Knowles handle?
James W. Knowles focuses on adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James W. Knowles practiced law?
James W. Knowles has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did James W. Knowles go to law school?
James W. Knowles earned their education at (J.D. Accounting, 1966); (B.B.A. Accounting, 1963).
How can I contact James W. Knowles for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James W. Knowles received?
James W. Knowles's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D. Accounting
Southern Methodist University
- 1966
B.B.A. Accounting
Southern Methodist University
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas US Court of Federal Claims Texas Eastern District Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Elevent
Admitted: 1966

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