Atty. John Ainsley Couch

Atty. John Ainsley Couch

Mr. John Ainsley Couch is a lawyer practicing litigation, tax, general tax planning and 4 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (346) 771-2703 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Ainsley Couch at a glance

John Ainsley Couch is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Baker & McKenzie LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on tax, m&a, litigation, and international. Admitted to practice in Texas (1991). Educated at University of Tulsa (J.D. University, 1990) and Houston Community College (A.A.S. Accounting, 1986). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John Ainsley Couch is a lawyer practicing litigation, tax, general tax planning and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a A.A.S. degree from Houston Community College in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • John practices at Baker & McKenzie LLP in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

John Ainsley Couch's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Ainsley Couch handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Civil Litigation

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International 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 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 John Ainsley Couch

Where is John Ainsley Couch's law office located?
John Ainsley Couch's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Baker & McKenzie LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Ainsley Couch handle?
John Ainsley Couch focuses on tax, m&a, litigation, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has John Ainsley Couch practiced law?
John Ainsley Couch has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did John Ainsley Couch go to law school?
John Ainsley Couch earned their education at (J.D. University, 1990); (A.A.S. Accounting, 1986).
How can I contact John Ainsley Couch for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. University
University of Tulsa
- 1990
A.A.S. Accounting
Houston Community College
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1991

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