Atty. John J. Hightower

Atty. John J. Hightower

Mr. John J.

Houston Houston 48 yrs experience 48 year
Call (832) 900-0560 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John J. Hightower at a glance

John J. Hightower is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Olson & Olson, L.L.P.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on employment, business, tax, zoning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas US Supreme Court Texas Northern District Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court (1978), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1979), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1981), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1981). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1978) and University of Houston (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston and American Bar Associations Texas City Attorneys Association. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John J. Hightower is a lawyer practicing ad valorem taxation, civil rights litigation, condemnation and 12 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of Houston in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • John practices at Olson & Olson, L.L.P. in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

John J. Hightower's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

John J. Hightower is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Texas →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Tax Law

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

John J. Hightower is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Texas →

Land Use & Zoning

John J. Hightower is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 J. Hightower

Where is John J. Hightower's law office located?
John J. Hightower's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Olson & Olson, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John J. Hightower handle?
John J. Hightower focuses on employment, business, tax, zoning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has John J. Hightower practiced law?
John J. Hightower has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did John J. Hightower go to law school?
John J. Hightower earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S., 1975).
How can I contact John J. Hightower for a consultation?
You can contact John J. Hightower directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John J. Hightower received?
John J. Hightower's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas
- 1978
B.S.
University of Houston
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas US Supreme Court Texas Northern District Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 1994

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