Atty. John Hampton Read II
Mr. John Hampton Read II is a lawyer practicing criminal law - federal (white collar crime), litigation: personal injury, criminal and 1 other area of law.
Criminal & More Attorney · Serving Dallas, TX · 47+ Years Experience
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About John Hampton Read II at a Glance
John Hampton Read II is a Member based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at John H. Read II, P.C.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Northern District Court Texas Western District Court Texas Eastern District Court (1979) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1980). Educated at Southern Methodist University School of Law (J.D., 1979) and University of Texas at Arlington (B.S., 1974). Active member of State Bar of Texas Dallas County Criminal Bar Association (Director, 1990—) Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Hampton Read II
- Mr. John Hampton Read II is a lawyer practicing criminal law - federal (white collar crime), litigation: personal injury, criminal and 1 other area of law
- John received a B.S. degree from University of Texas at Arlington in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
- John practices at John H. Read II, P.C. in Dallas, TX
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John Hampton Read II's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Hampton Read II handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Dallas.
Personal Injury in Dallas
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense in Dallas
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 in Dallas
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Dallas
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 Dallas 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 venue, 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.
Dallas Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Dallas-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Dallas Choose John Hampton Read II
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John Hampton Read II's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, and white collar.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Hampton Read II brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas Texas Northern District Court Texas Western District Court Texas Eastern District Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, John Hampton Read II can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and white collar, John Hampton Read II can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Dallas
A Dallas-based practice means John Hampton Read II attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues John Hampton Read II Handles in Dallas
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