Atty. John Dale McElroy

Atty. John Dale McElroy

Mr. John Dale McElroy is a lawyer practicing civil practice, criminal, criminal defense.

Tyler Tyler 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (430) 205-3657 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Dale McElroy at a glance

John Dale McElroy is a Federal Public Defender based in Tyler, Texas. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals (1991) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas US Supreme Court (1993). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 1991) and Lamar University (B.S., 1988). Serands clients in Tyler, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. John Dale McElroy is a lawyer practicing civil practice, criminal, criminal defense
  • John received a B.S. degree from Lamar University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • John practices in Tyler, TX

Practice Areas Explained

John Dale McElroy's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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 Tyler 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 Dale McElroy

Where is John Dale McElroy's law office located?
John Dale McElroy's law practice is located in Tyler, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Dale McElroy handle?
John Dale McElroy focuses on criminal defense, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has John Dale McElroy practiced law?
John Dale McElroy has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did John Dale McElroy go to law school?
John Dale McElroy earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1988).
How can I contact John Dale McElroy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University
- 1991
B.S.
Lamar University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas US Supreme Court
Admitted: 1993

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