James Warner Huggler Jr.

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James Warner Huggler Jr.

also known as James Huggler, Jim Huggler, James 'Jim' W. Huggler Jr.

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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Appeals Lawyer at Tyler, TX
Practice Areas: Appeals, Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Juvenile

100 East Ferguson Suite 805, Tyler, TX

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Appeals 50%

I have represented clients in post-convicton matters in Texas and federal court. I have been lead appellate attorney in more than 300 direct appeals or post-conviction writs of habeas corpus. I have appeared before the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, the Supreme Court of Texas, The Court of Criminal Appeals of texas and seven of the intermediate Texas appellate courts.

25 years | 450 cases

50%
Criminal Defense 20%

Board Certifed by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Experienced attorney for trial and post-conviction work. I am a frequent speaker at continuing education courses at the local, regional and state levels.

30 years | 3,000 cases

20%
Federal Crime 15%

I have represented many clients in federal criminal cases. These cases have ranged from narcotics, immigration and weapons violations to complex fraud and multi-defendant cases. I also have testified as an expert witness on Texas criminal law in federal district court.

23 years | 100 cases

15%
Juvenile Law 15%

Aggressive representation of juveniles accused of delinquent conduct. The juvenile cases have varied between CHINS offenses to complex felonies,sexual offenses and homicide.

23 years | 750 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 29 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1996

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of James W. Huggler

100 East Ferguson Suite 805, Tyler, TX, 75702

jameshugglerlaw.com

James Warner Huggler Jr.'s Reviews

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James Warner Huggler Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Justin Weiner

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I opposed Jim on several occasions when I was a prosecutor. He is extremely knowledgeable about the law and the criminal justice system as a whole. Most importantly, he cares deeply about his clients."

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Sravanesh Muralidhar

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is knowledgeable and determined criminal defense attorney. I have relied on Jim's advice for Juvenile and Misdemeanor cases. Jim's appellate work is outstanding and I often refer to his appellate briefs as foundation for my own practice."

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John Eastland

Appeals lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Jim for years as an honorable and successful lawyer for his clients. Jim is known as a very successful appeals lawyer as well as trial lawyer. He has successfully overturned many erroneous court decisions for the benefit of his clients."

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Steven Green

Appeals lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I consider Jim Huggler the "go to" guy for appeals in Smith County. I regularly seek his advice on various appellate issues. I have worked on several federal cases over the years with Jim and I have seen first hand the great work he does for his clients."

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Reynaldo Morin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is an excellent advocate for his clients. He is dedicated to insuring that justice prevails. He is practical in his approach, which results in the best outcome for his clients."

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Carlo D'Angelo

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jim Huggler is an outstanding criminal defense lawyer. He is very well versed in the law and a true advocate for his client's rights. In addition to his courtroom skills, Jim is also a highly accomplished appellate practitioner. I am always delighted to have the chance to work with Jim on criminal matters."

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Tab Lawhorn

Appeals lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"James Huggler is an intelligent and hard working attorney. His appeals are some of the best in the business. Beyond that, I just simply like the guy. If you need a lawyer that is smart and dedicated, "Jim" is a good one to call."

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John Thompson

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Jim is an exceptional lawyer. If I cannot handle a case for some reason, my first recommendation is Mr. Huggler."

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Bruce Bain

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim is a wonderful lawyer who takes care of his clients. He is well versed from both sides of the bar and understands the big picture as well as the details in each individual client's case."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

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2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

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2020

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2019

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2018

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2016

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2015

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2014

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2013

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2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Board Certified - Criminal Appellate Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2010

Weldon Holcomb Award for Criminal Defense, Smith County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2000

Award of Excellence, East Texas Peace Officer's Association

1998

Golden Rule Award, JC Penney

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AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Owner, Law Office of James Huggler

1900 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of James W. Huggler

2000 - 2003

, Tyler Junior College Law Enforcement Academy

1997 - 2003

Attorney, Smith County Criminal District Attorney's Office

1996 - 1997

Contract Attorney, Perdue & Clore, L.L.P.

1994 - 1995

, U.S. Attorney's Office

Associations

2011 - Present

Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Board Certified - Criminal Appellate Law

2010 - Present

Smith County Bar Foundation

President

2008 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Sustaining Life Fellow and District Nominating Co-Chair

2007 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2006 - Present

Southern District of Texas

Member

2005 - Present

Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Board Certified - Criminal Law

2004 - Present

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

2003 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2003 - Present

Texas Aggie Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Smith County Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association

Past President

2003 - Present

Eastern District of Texas Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

Texas District and County Attorneys Association

Member

1997 - Present

Smith County Bar Association

Past President

2005 - 2006

Smith County Bar Foundation

75th Anniversary Fellow

1998 - 2004

Smith County Young Lawyers Association

Member

1998 - 2001

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In the Matter of B.T.

Client found not competent to proceed to trial.

Stanley Smiles v. State

Case reversed, conviction acquitted

Jammie Hines v. State

Life sentence reversed for a new trial.

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Education

1995

South Texas College Of Law

JD

1991

Texas A&M University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2010

Indigent Defense Summit - Recap and The Smith County Perspective

Indigent Defense

2009

TAALP

Criminal Law for Non-Criminal Law Offices

2009

Smith County Bar Association

Criminal Law - Things Every Lawyer Should Know

2009

Criminal Law

Preservation of Error

2008

SCCDLA

Update on DWI and Collateral Consequences

2007

State and Federal Asset Forfeiture

State and Federal Criminal Defense

2007

Operation Texas Freedom - South Padre

State and Federal Asset Forfeiture

2007

Criminal Law and Ethics

Ethics of Criminal Defense

2006

SCCDLA

Useful Internet Sites for the Criminal Practitioner

2006

Operation Texas Freedom - Brownsville

Asset Forfeiture

2005

SCCDLA

The Texas Grand Jury System

2004

SCCDLA

Asset Forfeiture in the Criminal Justice System

2002

TAALP

The D.A. Outside the Courthouse

2000

TAALP

Arrest to Disposition: The Criminal Justice System

2000

TAALP

The Grand Jury

Publications

2001

Smith County Peace Officer's Association 2001 Legislative Update, The Good, The Bad, and The Really, Really Ugly

1997

Texas Trial Lawyer's Association - Advanced Personal Injury Course When are you sure that an Expert Witness is Still an Expert Witness - When They Send you the Bill

1997

South Texas College of Law - 10th Annual Advanced Personal Injury Course When, Where and How to Use Experts - Plaintiff's Perspective

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The Lariat The View from the Courthouse

Languages

English

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