Atty. Jeffrey A. Kearney

Atty. Jeffrey A. Kearney

Phi Alpha Delta. Listed: The Best Lawyers in America; Who's Who in American Law.

Fort Worth Fort Worth 54 yrs experience 54 year
Call (682) 587-3785 Book Appointment

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About Jeffrey A. Kearney at a glance

Jeffrey A. Kearney is a Member based in Fort Worth, Texas, practicing at Kearney Law Firm. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and white collar. Admitted to practice in Texas (1972) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, Sixth and Tenth Circuits and U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, (1972). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1972) and Texas Christian University (B.B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Texas Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (President, 1985-1986) Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (Member, Board of Directors, 1985-1991, 2000—) National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Fort Worth, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Phi Alpha Delta

Listed

  • The Best Lawyers in America
  • Who's Who in American Law
  • Named "Texas Super Lawyer" and "Top 100 in Dallas/Fort Worth," 2003-2006
  • "Top 100 in the State of Texas," 2004-2005 Texas Monthly Magazine
  • "Attorney of Excellence," The Fort Worth Business Press
  • "Top Lawyer" Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

Author

  • "Witnesses, Opinions and Expert Testimony," Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Educational Institute, 1986
  • "Witnesses, Opinion Testimony, Relevancy," Advanced Criminal Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 1987, 1988
  • "Duty to Disclose: Constitutional and Ethical Considerations of Brady," Advanced Criminal Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 1999

Speaker

  • "Recent Decisions," Sex Crimes Seminar, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Project, 1986
  • "The Court's Charge," D.W.I
  • Seminar, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Project, 1987
  • "Witnesses, Opinions and Expert Testimony," Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Educational Institute Seminars," 1987-1988; "Witnesses, Opinions, Testimony, Relevancy," Advanced Criminal Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 1987-1988 & Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers State and Federal Short Course, 1989; "Taking the Fifth," Advanced Consumer Bankruptcy Course, State Bar of Texas, 1989; "Jury Selection," Advanced Criminal Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 1993; "Cross-Examination of the Government's Main Witness," The Zen of Winning Seminar, 1995; "Cross-Examination," Advanced Criminal Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 1995; "Pre-Trial Motions," Federal Law Short Course, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, 1996; "Cross-Examination," Advanced Criminal Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 1996; "Top 10 Tips for Winning Your Case in Jury Selection," Winter/Spring Seminar, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, 1997; "How to Conduct a Meaningful and Effective 30-Minute Voir Dire in a Criminal Case," Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Trial Skills Seminar, 1998; "Basic Winning - Jury Selection," Criminal Defense Advocacy Training Seminar, Criminal Defense Lawyers Project, 2004; "Voir Dire Demonstration," Jury Selection and Communicating with Jurors in Criminal Cases Seminar, The Center for American and International Law, 2004; "Opening Statements," Advanced Criminal Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2004; "Sexual Assault Voir Dire," Anatomy of the Win Seminar, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, 2004; "Opening Statements," Advanced Criminal Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2006; Jury Selection and Communicating with Jurors in Criminal Cases Seminar, The Center for American and International Law, 2006; "Indigent Defense," Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, 2006; "Trial Advocacy in Criminal Cases," The Center for American and International Law, 2006
  • Faculty Teacher, Criminal Trial Advocacy Institute, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Project, 1997-2006; Advanced Program on Trial Advocacy in Criminal Cases, The Center for American and International Law, 2004
  • Co-Director, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Federal Short Course, 1999
  • Course Director, Advanced Criminal Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2001
  • Assistant District Attorney, Tarrant County, Texas, 1974-1975

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey A. Kearney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jeffrey A. Kearney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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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White Collar Crimes

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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 Fort Worth 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 Jeffrey A. Kearney

Where is Jeffrey A. Kearney's law office located?
Jeffrey A. Kearney's law practice is located in Fort Worth, Texas. The firm is Kearney Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey A. Kearney handle?
Jeffrey A. Kearney focuses on criminal defense, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Jeffrey A. Kearney practiced law?
Jeffrey A. Kearney has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Jeffrey A. Kearney go to law school?
Jeffrey A. Kearney earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Jeffrey A. Kearney for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jeffrey A. Kearney received?
Jeffrey A. Kearney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Baylor University
- 1972
B.B.A.
Texas Christian University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, Sixth and Tenth Circuits and U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern,
Admitted: 1972

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