Atty. John Peter Legendre

Atty. John Peter Legendre

Mr. John Peter Legendre is a lawyer practicing general practice, civil litigation, family law.

Plano Plano 59 yrs experience 59 year
Call (469) 915-6783 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Peter Legendre at a glance

John Peter Legendre is a family law and litigation attorney based in Plano, Texas. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Admitted to practice in Texas (1967), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1968), U.S. Supreme Court (1971), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1975). Educated at Southern Methodist University (LL.M. University, 1975) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1961). Serands clients in Plano, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John Peter Legendre is a lawyer practicing general practice, civil litigation, family law
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1961, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • John practices in Plano, TX

Practice Areas Explained

John Peter Legendre's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

John Peter Legendre is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

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

John Peter Legendre is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →

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 Plano 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.

Looking for additional Texas attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Plano or all attorneys in Texas.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Peter Legendre

Where is John Peter Legendre's law office located?
John Peter Legendre's law practice is located in Plano, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Peter Legendre handle?
John Peter Legendre focuses on family law, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has John Peter Legendre practiced law?
John Peter Legendre has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did John Peter Legendre go to law school?
John Peter Legendre earned their education at (LL.M. University, 1975); (B.S., 1961).
How can I contact John Peter Legendre for a consultation?
You can contact John Peter Legendre 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.

Education

LL.M. University
Southern Methodist University
- 1975
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1961

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1967
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1982

Reviews

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.