Atty. John Michael Colpoys

Atty. John Michael Colpoys

Mr. John Michael Colpoys is a lawyer practicing aviation & aerospace, airplane crash litigation, aviation accidents and 10 other areas of law.

Dallas Dallas 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About John Michael Colpoys at a glance

John Michael Colpoys is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Cantey Hanger LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Texas (1979), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1980), U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas (1983), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1984). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Texas Defense Research Institute Texas Association of Defense Counsel Dallas Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. John Michael Colpoys is a lawyer practicing aviation & aerospace, airplane crash litigation, aviation accidents and 10 other areas of law
  • John has been licensed for 47 years
  • John practices at Cantey Hanger LLP in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

John Michael Colpoys's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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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Business & Corporate Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance 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 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 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 Michael Colpoys

Where is John Michael Colpoys's law office located?
John Michael Colpoys's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Cantey Hanger LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Michael Colpoys handle?
John Michael Colpoys focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has John Michael Colpoys practiced law?
John Michael Colpoys has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did John Michael Colpoys go to law school?
John Michael Colpoys earned their education at (J.D., 1978).
How can I contact John Michael Colpoys for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Michael Colpoys received?
John Michael Colpoys's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Baylor University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1984

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