James E. Urmin Sr.

James E. Urmin Sr.

also known as Urmin Law

5.0
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 37 years

Litigation Lawyer at Richardson, TX
Practice Areas: Litigation, Franchising, Contracts & Agreements ... +2 more

3400 N Central Expwy, Suite 110-337, Richardson, TX

About James

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Contracts and Agreements 20%

Business contracts, license agreements, supply chain and vendor agreements, non-compete agreements, executive and employee agreements, non-compete agreements, lease agreements, negotiation of all such agreements, and mediation, dispute resolution and litigation involving all such matters.

33 years

20%
Employment and Labor 20%

Employment agreements, termination and severance agreements, restrictive covenants, non-compete agreements, wrongful termination and retaliation, and fair pay practices under federal and state laws.

36 years

20%
Family 20%

Family law, including collaborative divorce, premarital agreements, child custody and visitation issues.

13 years

20%
Franchising 20%

Negotiating and enforcing franchise, licensing, manufacturing, and distribution agreements.

23 years

20%
Litigation 20%

Litigation in federal and state courts pertaining to business, contracts, employment law, non-compete and non-solicitation agreements, executive retention and severance agreements, licensing, franchise and distribution matters.

38 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-300 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 37 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1988

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 36 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1989

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

James E. Urmin Sr. PC

3400 N Central Expwy, Suite 110-337, Richardson, TX, 75080

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James E. Urmin Sr.'s Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 08, 2013

Timely Help Appreciated

Jim was very responsive to our dilemma and has a lot of experience such that we felt confident in his recommendations. He showed a lot of flexibility in working with us despite delays on our end in getting information to him that he needed. We can definitely recommend Jim with confidence.

Posted by Eric | October 08, 2013 | Business

Urmin Is Thorough and a Pleasure to Work With

Mr. Urmin recently acted as my attorney, providing consultation and guidance as well as an expertly crafted cease and desist letter. And, I have been able to rest easy for some time now, no longer having to worry as much about the spectre of a former employer making illegal threats to my business to ...the effect of tortious Interference with contracts. I feel that Mr Urmin dutifully silenced the malicious party and put the potential of the intent to harm to rest. For that I am thankful, and I feel as though paid a fair and reasonable rate for his representation. I would definitely seek out his services again, if needed. And, I wouldn't hesitate to refer others to him for a range of employment, business and contractual cases, as he is clearly at the top of his profession and a man of true integrity.

Posted by anonymous | August 26, 2013 | Business

Outstanding Dedicated Knowledgeable Contracts/Agreements Attorney

I have had numerous business matters that James Urmin has negotiated on my behalf. His thoroughness and dedication to detail is what makes him such a valuable and outstanding attorney. His years of experience show as he is able to negotiate and draft agreements efficiently and in a timely manner. Thi...s keeps his fees reasonable and he has the clients best interest in mind.

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Experience

Rating:  6.5 (Good)

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney, James E Urmin Sr.,P.C.

Associations

State Bar of Texas

Dallas Bar Association

Education

1987

University of Baltimore

N/A

Case Western Reserve University

MBA

Languages

French

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