Atty. John W. Mara

Atty. John W. Mara

John W. Mara is a lawyer practicing family law, adoption law, child custody and 11 other areas of law.

Katy Katy 47 yrs experience 47 year
Call (346) 656-1479 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John W. Mara at a glance

John W. Mara is a dui/dwi, divorce, drug crimes, child custody, and criminal defense attorney based in Katy, Texas. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1979) and Texas (1983). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1978) and Michigan State University (B.S., 1968). Serands clients in Katy, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John W. Mara is a lawyer practicing family law, adoption law, child custody and 11 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Michigan State University in 1968, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • John practices in Katy, TX

Practice Areas Explained

John W. Mara's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Drug Crimes

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Child Custody & Visitation

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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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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 Katy 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 W. Mara

Where is John W. Mara's law office located?
John W. Mara's law practice is located in Katy, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John W. Mara handle?
John W. Mara focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, drug crimes, child custody, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has John W. Mara practiced law?
John W. Mara has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did John W. Mara go to law school?
John W. Mara earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact John W. Mara for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1978
B.S.
Michigan State University
- 1968

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1979
Texas
Admitted: 1983

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