Business & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 31+ Years Experience
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About Jonathan D. Baughman at a Glance
Jonathan D. Baughman is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at McGinnis Lochridge. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on business, ip, litigation, insurance, and energy. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1995), Louisiana United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit Louisiana Western District Court Loui (1995), and Texas Arkansas Eastern District Court (2001). Educated at Loyola University New Orleans (J.D., 1995) and Louisiana Tech University (B.S., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jonathan D. Baughman
- Mr. Jonathan D. Baughman is a lawyer practicing energy litigation, complex business litigation, business and 9 other areas of law
- Jonathan received a B.S. degree from Louisiana Tech University in 1988, and has been licensed for 31 years
- Jonathan practices at McGinnis Lochridge in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Jonathan D. Baughman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan D. Baughman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Business & Corporate Law in Houston
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Jonathan D. Baughman is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →
Intellectual Property in Houston
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Jonathan D. Baughman is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Texas →
Civil Litigation in Houston
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Jonathan D. Baughman is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →
Insurance Law in Houston
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Jonathan D. Baughman is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Texas →
Energy & Utilities Law in Houston
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
Jonathan D. Baughman is one of 35,985 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
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 venue, 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.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Houston Choose Jonathan D. Baughman
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jonathan D. Baughman's practice in the field of business, ip, litigation, insurance, and energy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jonathan D. Baughman brings 31+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Louisiana, Louisiana United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit Louisiana Western District Court Loui, and Texas Arkansas Eastern District Court, Jonathan D. Baughman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, ip, and litigation, Jonathan D. Baughman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means Jonathan D. Baughman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Jonathan D. Baughman Handles in Houston
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Jonathan D. Baughman has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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