Atty. John R. Mercy

Atty. John R. Mercy

Pi Gamma Mu; Psi Chi; Delta Theta Phi. Briefing Attorney, Sixth District Court of Appeals, 1982-1983.

Texarkana Texarkana 44 yrs experience 44 year
Call (833) 285-9420 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John R. Mercy at a glance

John R. Mercy is a Managing Partner based in Texarkana, Texas, practicing at Mercy Carter L.L.P.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, ip, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas (1982), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Northern Districts of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circui (1982), Arkansas (1983), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas (1983). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1982) and Austin College (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of President, 1999-2000), Northeast Texas (President, 2003-2004), Arkansas and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas (Director, 1995-1998) Texas Young Lawyers Association (Director, 1985-1989) American Board of Trial Advocates (President, East Texas C, Texarkana. Serands clients in Texarkana, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Pi Gamma Mu
  • Psi Chi
  • Delta Theta Phi
  • Briefing Attorney, Sixth District Court of Appeals, 1982-1983
  • Listed in Texas Super Lawyer, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009

Practice Areas Explained

John R. Mercy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John R. Mercy 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

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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Product Liability

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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 Texarkana 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 R. Mercy

Where is John R. Mercy's law office located?
John R. Mercy's law practice is located in Texarkana, Texas. The firm is Mercy Carter L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John R. Mercy handle?
John R. Mercy focuses on personal injury, business, ip, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has John R. Mercy practiced law?
John R. Mercy has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did John R. Mercy go to law school?
John R. Mercy earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact John R. Mercy for a consultation?
You can contact John R. Mercy 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 R. Mercy received?
John R. Mercy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Baylor University
- 1982
B.A.
Austin College
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Northern Districts of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circui
Admitted: 1982
Arkansas
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1985

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