Atty. James Wallace Sutherland, Jr.

Atty. James Wallace Sutherland, Jr.

Mr. James Wallace Sutherland, Jr. is a lawyer practicing civil rights, debtor and creditor, general practice and 2 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About James Wallace Sutherland, Jr. at a glance

James Wallace Sutherland, Jr. is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Sutherland Law Firm. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on real estate, creditor rights, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Texas (1984). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1984) and Florida International University (M.B.A. Stetson, 1979). Active member of Houston and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James Wallace Sutherland, Jr. is a lawyer practicing civil rights, debtor and creditor, general practice and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a M.B.A. degree from Florida International University in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • James practices at Sutherland Law Firm in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

James Wallace Sutherland, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 Wallace Sutherland, Jr.

Where is James Wallace Sutherland, Jr.'s law office located?
James Wallace Sutherland, Jr.'s law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Sutherland Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Wallace Sutherland, Jr. handle?
James Wallace Sutherland, Jr. focuses on real estate, creditor rights, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James Wallace Sutherland, Jr. practiced law?
James Wallace Sutherland, Jr. has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James Wallace Sutherland, Jr. go to law school?
James Wallace Sutherland, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (M.B.A. Stetson, 1979).
How can I contact James Wallace Sutherland, Jr. for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 1984
M.B.A. Stetson
Florida International University
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1984

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