Atty. James Wade Gent

Atty. James Wade Gent

Mr. James Wade Gent is a lawyer practicing commercial, criminal, family and 12 other areas of law.

Kaufman Kaufman 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About James Wade Gent at a glance

James Wade Gent is a Member based in Kaufman, Texas, practicing at The Gent Law Firm, PLC. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Texas Third Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Eastern District Court (2000) and Pennsylvania Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Texas Western District Court Texas Northern Di (2009). Educated at Texas Wesleyan University School of Law (J.D., 2000) and Texas Tech University (B.B.A., 1996). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Kaufman, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James Wade Gent is a lawyer practicing commercial, criminal, family and 12 other areas of law
  • James received a B.B.A. degree from Texas Tech University in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • James practices at The Gent Law Firm, PLC in Kaufman, TX

Practice Areas Explained

James Wade Gent's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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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 Kaufman 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 Wade Gent

Where is James Wade Gent's law office located?
James Wade Gent's law practice is located in Kaufman, Texas. The firm is The Gent Law Firm, PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Wade Gent handle?
James Wade Gent focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James Wade Gent practiced law?
James Wade Gent has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did James Wade Gent go to law school?
James Wade Gent earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.B.A., 1996).
How can I contact James Wade Gent for a consultation?
You can contact James Wade Gent 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 Wade Gent received?
James Wade Gent's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law
- 2000
B.B.A.
Texas Tech University
- 1996

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Texas Third Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Eastern District Court
Admitted: 2000
Pennsylvania Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Texas Western District Court Texas Northern Di
Admitted: 2009

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