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John S. Cossum is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at The Law Offices of John S. Cossum. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, family law, and business. Admitted to practice in Texas (1981), U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circui (1981), and Arizona (2012). Educated at University of Texas at Austin (J.D., 1981) and Vanderbilt University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Arizona Bar Association National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys American Bar Association State Bar of Texas Texas Bar Foundation. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. John S. Cossum is a lawyer practicing criminal law, federal criminal law, white collar crime and 21 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
- John practices at The Law Offices of John S. Cossum in Houston, TX
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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 Houston 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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