Atty. John Rex Thompson

Atty. John Rex Thompson

Mr. John Rex Thompson is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, employment discrimination and 9 other areas of law.

Tyler Tyler 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (903) 991-4136 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Rex Thompson at a glance

John Rex Thompson is a Member based in Tyler, Texas, practicing at John Rex Thompson. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on discrimination, personal injury, criminal defense, zoning, and federal crimes. Admitted to practice in Texas (1990), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas (1990), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1991), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1995). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1990) and Baylor University (B.B.A., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of President, 1997-1998) Texas Bar Foundation (1997, Smith County Bar Association State Bar of Texas Smith County Young Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Tyler, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John Rex Thompson is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, employment discrimination and 9 other areas of law
  • John received a B.B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1989, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • John practices at John Rex Thompson in Tyler, TX

Practice Areas Explained

John Rex Thompson's Areas of Practice

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

Workplace Discrimination

John Rex Thompson is one of 7,100 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in Texas →

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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Criminal Defense

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Land Use & Zoning

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

Federal Crimes

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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 Tyler 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 Rex Thompson

Where is John Rex Thompson's law office located?
John Rex Thompson's law practice is located in Tyler, Texas. The firm is John Rex Thompson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Rex Thompson handle?
John Rex Thompson focuses on discrimination, personal injury, criminal defense, zoning, federal crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has John Rex Thompson practiced law?
John Rex Thompson has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did John Rex Thompson go to law school?
John Rex Thompson earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.B.A., 1989).
How can I contact John Rex Thompson for a consultation?
You can contact John Rex Thompson 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 Rex Thompson received?
John Rex Thompson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Baylor University
- 1990
B.B.A.
Baylor University
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1995

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