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also known as James Huggler, Jim Huggler, James 'Jim' W. Huggler Jr.
I am board certified in criminal law and criminal appellate law and focus my practice on the defense of citizens accused of criminal conduct. I am experienced in the defense of all criminal cases, from simple misdemeanors to complex felony offenses. I am well versed in the defense of juvenile offenders, and clients in federal court. I have represented clients in more than 250 appeals in six courts of appeal in Texas as well as the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals and the Supreme Court of Texas and the Fifth Circuit COurt of Appeals. Look at my website at for a complete description of my qualifications.
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25 years | 450 cases
30 years | 3,000 cases
23 years | 100 cases
23 years | 750 cases
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State: Texas
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
1 Client Review
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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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
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
2011 - Present
Texas Board of Legal SpecializationBoard Certified - Criminal Appellate Law
2010 - Present
Smith County Bar FoundationPresident
2008 - Present
State Bar of TexasSustaining Life Fellow and District Nominating Co-Chair
2007 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2006 - Present
Southern District of TexasMember
2005 - Present
Texas Board of Legal SpecializationBoard Certified - Criminal Law
2004 - Present
College of the State Bar of TexasMember
2003 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Texas Aggie Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Smith County Criminal Defense Lawyer's AssociationPast President
2003 - Present
Eastern District of Texas Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Texas District and County Attorneys AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Smith County Bar AssociationPast President
2005 - 2006
Smith County Bar Foundation75th Anniversary Fellow
1998 - 2004
Smith County Young Lawyers AssociationMember
1998 - 2001
College of the State Bar of TexasMember
Client found not competent to proceed to trial.
Case reversed, conviction acquitted
Life sentence reversed for a new trial.
1995
JD
1991
BS - Bachelor of Science
2010
Indigent Defense
2009
Criminal Law for Non-Criminal Law Offices
2009
Criminal Law - Things Every Lawyer Should Know
2009
Preservation of Error
2008
Update on DWI and Collateral Consequences
2007
State and Federal Criminal Defense
2007
State and Federal Asset Forfeiture
2007
Ethics of Criminal Defense
2006
Useful Internet Sites for the Criminal Practitioner
2006
Asset Forfeiture
2005
The Texas Grand Jury System
2004
Asset Forfeiture in the Criminal Justice System
2002
The D.A. Outside the Courthouse
2000
Arrest to Disposition: The Criminal Justice System
2000
The Grand Jury
2001
1997
1997
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