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Atty. John D. Roven

Atty. John D. Roven

Mr. John D.

Houston Houston 45 yrs experience 45 year
Call (832) 730-7452 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John D. Roven at a glance

John D. Roven is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practforg at Roven-Kaplan, LLP. They haand 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1981), U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1982), U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska (1983), and Texas (1986). Educated at University Of South Carolina (J.D., 1981) and Coker College (A.B., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Chairman, Occupational Disease Section, 1989-1991, Houston Bar Association South Carolina Bar Texas Trial Lawyers Association American Association for Justice Academy of Rail Labor Attorneys. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. John D. Roven is a lawyer practicing railroad law, railroad accidents and injuries, federal employers liability act (fela) and 7 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Coker College in 1974, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • John practices at Roven-Kaplan, LLP in Houston, TX

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practforg law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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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Where is John D. Roven's law office located?
John D. Roven's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Roven-Kaplan, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has John D. Roven practiced law?
John D. Roven has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did John D. Roven go to law school?
John D. Roven earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (A.B., 1974).
How can I contact John D. Roven for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John D. Roven receiandd?
John D. Roven's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University Of South Carolina
- 1981
A.B.
Coker College
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska
Admitted: 1983
Texas
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Third Circui
Admitted: 1998

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