Atty. John Michael Helms, Jr.

Atty. John Michael Helms, Jr.

Mr. John Michael Helms, Jr. is a lawyer practicing business litigation, complex litigation, intellectual property litigation and 10 other areas of law.

Dallas Dallas 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About John Michael Helms, Jr. at a glance

John Michael Helms, Jr. is a Member based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Law Office of John M. Helms. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, ip, white collar, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Arizona District Court Texas Western District Court Texas North (1990). Educated at University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Dartmouth College (B.A. English, 1987). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. John Michael Helms, Jr. is a lawyer practicing business litigation, complex litigation, intellectual property litigation and 10 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • John practices at Law Office of John M. Helms in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

John Michael Helms, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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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 Helms, Jr.

Where is John Michael Helms, Jr.'s law office located?
John Michael Helms, Jr.'s law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Law Office of John M. Helms. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Michael Helms, Jr. handle?
John Michael Helms, Jr. focuses on criminal defense, business, ip, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has John Michael Helms, Jr. practiced law?
John Michael Helms, Jr. has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did John Michael Helms, Jr. go to law school?
John Michael Helms, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A. English, 1987).
How can I contact John Michael Helms, Jr. for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Texas School of Law
- 1990
B.A. English
Dartmouth College
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Arizona District Court Texas Western District Court Texas North
Admitted: 1990

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