James H. Owen

James H. Owen

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 40 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Athens, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents, DUI & DWI

P.O. Box 1447, Athens, TX

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Car Accident 25%

18 Wheeler Accidents - Motorcycle Accidents - Brain Damage Claims - Wrongful Death Claims

41 years

25%
Criminal Defense 25%

Former Elected Prosecutor provided Felony and Misdemeanor Defense. DWI Defense and Defense of all Drug Cases

41 years

25%
DUI and DWI 25%

41 years

25%
Personal Injury 25%

18 Wheeler Accidents - Motorcycle Accidents - Brain Damage Claims - Wrongful Death Claims

41 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-375 per hour

Contingency

33%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 40 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1985

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of James H. Owen

P.O. Box 1447, Athens, TX, 75751

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James H. Owen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (9)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Victor | July 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

CDL Driver

I am extremely happy with Attorney James H. Owens for representing me in Court. He advised me what was best for my needs as a Commercial Truck Driver. He always answered my calls, text messages and emails. He prepared a good a case to avoid getting a Citation on my driving record. He did hi...s best to represent me, as a CDL Driver. I am very grateful for his representation. A great Attorney for CDL Drivers

Posted by Michael | May 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Fighting the good fight

Sometimes there are some people you just can't reach They don't listen to reason. They'll drag your name and business through the mud and then drag you into court because they don't want to be responsible for their own actions and decisions. James H. Owens is the attorney to call to put an end to ...a frivolous lawsuit. A customer decided to sue us for a decision they made that did not end well for them. The customer drug us to court attempting to sue us for over three times the amount he was charged. Attorney James Owen stepped in and made it right. He proven the plaintiff was completely at fault and in the wrong and the jury members agreed. Thank you James Owen

Posted by Candace | May 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

James Owen is who you want

I was charged with a first offence DWI. I was terrified through the whole process. James was reassuring and compassionate in regards to my case. I cannot thank him enough. The amount of money he asked for my case blew me away. Not to mention he allowed me to pay in payments. The whole DWI experience ...would have been a nightmare without James. He is who you want defending you. I could not be happier with my outcome.

Posted by Bryan Barker | February 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The LAWYER that get results

I have obtained Attorney James Owens several times for legal matters he has a open door policy I can call him on his cell and he answers not his legal assistant or secretary he's very professional I refer family and friends to him and they are satisfied as well while working on my degree in criminal ...justice I can have a problem that I can't figure out I can call or text him he's very good by walking me though it now that's what I call a good attorney and friend

Posted by Anna | December 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Review my lawyer

Mr. Owen has assisted with several cases that are extremely important to my family and myself. I have placed my trust in him and relie on the knowledge he has in the law. He is careful with his advise and communicates frequently his concerns and expectations for both him and myself in relation to the... outcome of these pending cases. I find him to be loyal and fair and would recommend his services to anyone without hesitation.

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James H. Owen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Frenkel

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with James several times, and he is smart, tenacious, and caring. He goes the extra mile for clients and is not afraid of the courtroom. James spends the time necessary to maximize results for those privileged to have him as their lawyer."

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Justin Weiner

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"James has been a part of the Athens community where he practices law for years. He is an attorney that invests time into each of his clients and truly cares about the outcome of each case."

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Paul Guillotte

Litigation lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He actually handled an auto accident case for me and did a wonderful job. Great guy too!!!"

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Stuart Gibbs

Litigation lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"My first boss as a practicing attorney. Mr. Owen is a fair man who genuinely cares for the people around him, including in particular his clients. Any person would be lucky to have him as their advocate."

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Steven Green

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known James personally and professionally for many years. He is a fine attorney who represents his clients well and gets great results for them. If you need an attorney for a personal injury case, I highly recommend James Owen."

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Stephen Stewart

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. James is a former county attorney with tons of experience. For anyone needing a lawyer in Northeast Texas, you can rest assured you will be in good hands with James."

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Justin Weiner

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stuart Gibbs

Personal injury lawyer

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Steven Green

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stephen Stewart

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

Certificate of Appreciation/Support of Officer of the Month, Henderson County Peace Officer's Association

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of James H. Owen

2000 - 2008

Prosecuting Attorney, Henderson County, Texas

1992 - 2000

Attorney-Partner, Life Stark and Owen, P.C.

1989 - 1992

Associate, Alenik and Associates

1987 - 1989

Associate, General Practice Law Office

Associations

1992 - Present

Henderson County Bar Association

Member

1985 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

2006 - 2007

Cedar Creek Republican Club

President

1998 - 1999

Henderson County Bar Association

President

1997 - 1998

Henderson County Bar Association

Vice President

Sample of Legal Cases

Restricted Appeal

Reversed and Dismissed by Tyler Court of Appeals

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Education

1985

Texas Tech University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

University of Houston

LL.B - Bachelor of Laws

Speaking Engagements

2006

Legislative Update for Law Enforcement

Prosecution

Languages

English

Activity

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