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James T. Chiles has dedicated his career exclusively to criminal defense here in the Lone Star State. He has several years of experience defending felonies including murder, family violence and domestic assaults, aggravated assault with deadly weapon, sexual assaults and crimes against children, drug crimes, gun charges, and all variety of misdemeanors.
Mr. Chiles has handled hundreds of cases in at least 20 counties throughout the State of Texas, primarily the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and surrounding counties. He takes pride in a high rate of dismissal.
Mr. Chiles graduated with a Juris Doctorate from Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law. Mr. Chiles was the Chief of the SMU Criminal Justice Clinic and was a post-bar intern at the Capital Habeas Unit of the Federal Public Defender’s Office, Northern District of Texas. Mr. Chiles has since been in private practice, and has learned criminal defense primarily for working for prominent criminal defense lawyers with decades of experience.
Mr. Chiles was born and raised in Dallas. In college he was the National Debate Tournament Quarter-Finalist. Prior to becoming a lawyer, he coached teams to multiple Texas State and National Championships. Mr. Chiles believes that his experience as champion debater and coach since 2009 excellently contributes to his written and oral advocacy in an aggressive and outside-the-box approach to criminal defense. He aspires to be one of the best criminal lawyers in Texas.
Mr. Chiles’ primary area of knowledge is in criminal procedure, the Texas rules of evidence, and the 6th Amendment’s right to confront accusers through the crucible of cross-examination.
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State: Texas
Acquired: 2020
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6000 Alma Rd, #902, Mckinney, TX, 75070
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Posted by anonymous | May 01, 2026 | Hired Attorney
A Lawyer You Can Trust
Working with lawyer James T Chiles was a great experience. I needed someone who could provide expert knowledge while also being understanding of my situation. James made the process extremely easy. We were able to communicate via phone and email with ease. James built trust with me and I valued the a...
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Posted by AB | June 18, 2026
James is great
From the very first time i called James, he showed great interest in my case. I felt understood and James helped me understand how legal proceedings were going to be moving forward. James is extremely knowledgeable about Family Violence laws in the state of Texas and explained to me various outcomes...
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Posted by Steve | May 29, 2026
A Top-tier Attorney (Highly Recommended)
Attorney James Chiles provided exceptional legal guidance and professionalism throughout my experience. He was knowledgeable, responsive, and took the time to explain complex legal matters in a clear and understandable way. What stood out most was his attention to detail, strategic thinking, and genu...
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Posted by anonymous | May 01, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Sexual assault
I cannot recommend James enough. They handled my sexual assault case with professionalism, compassion, and determination from start to finish. This was an incredibly difficult and emotional process, and they made sure I felt heard, supported, and informed every step of the way. James was thorough,...
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Posted by Shuntel | April 30, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommended
Working with James Chiles was truly a blessing for our family. This situation was very stressful and uncertain, but he gave us hope and stood by us every step of the way. He always took the time to explain things and never made us feel alone in the process. When he told us Adrian’s case was being ...
Shuntel, thank you for your kind review. I am happy that we were able to get Adrian's case dismissed.
"From reading his guide on affidavits of non-prosecution, I can tell that Mr. Chiles prioritizes frankness and transparency. I do not doubt that his clients receive advice that is concise and representation that is proactive."
Criminal defense lawyer
DUI and DWI lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2026
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2026
Client's Choice, Avvo
2025
Client's Choice, Avvo
2023
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Quarter Finalist - National Debate Tournament, The National Debate Tournament
2015
Quarter-Finalist - CEDA National Championship, Cross-Examination Debate Association
2015
Semi-Finalist - The Texas Open, The University of Texas - Austin
2024 - Present
Partner, Pantheon Legal Group, PLLC
2023 - 2024
Senior Associate Attorney, The Crowder Law Firm, PC
2021 - 2023
Criminal Defense Attorney, The Law Office of James T. Chiles
2020 - 2021
Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Thomas R. Cox III
2020 - 2020
Post-Bar Intern, Federal Public Defender, Northern District of Texas, Capital Habeas Unit
2019 - 2019
Law Clerk, Ted B. Lyon & Associates
2019 - 2020
Student Attorney, SMU Criminal Justice Clinic
2018 - 2018
Law Clerk & Research Assistant, Rogge Dunn Group, P.C.
2016 - 2016
Intern, The Johnston Law Firm, PLLC
2012 - 2016
Speech & Debate Consultant, James T. Chiles
2024 - Present
Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2023 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2023 - Present
Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2022 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2021 - Present
TDCAA - Texas District & County Attorney AssociatiMember
2020 - Present
Dallas Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2019 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2019 - Present
Texas Young Lawyers AssociationMember
Jury's Verdict: Not Guilty, and case expunged.
Jury's Verdict: Not Guilty, and the case later expunged.
Dismissed.
At trial: Dismissed after jury selection.
Dismissed
Dismissed
Dismissed
Rejected. Case will not be filed
Conditional Dismissal Agreement, and a Rejected Charge.
Rejected.
Pending, trial court suppressed blood evidence, trial court decision reversed and remanded.
Dismissed
Dismissed
Dismissed
2020
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
2025
2018
English
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