Former Tarrant County Prosecutor now fighting to protect citizens like you. Proven Results.
Former prosecutor who has worked on cases ranging from traffic tickets all the way up to Aggravated Robbery and Murder. Extensive trial experience and proven results. Call today for a free consultation. 682-777-3336
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Cofer Luster Law Firm, PC
300 Burnett St
Suite 130
Fort Worth, TX, 76102
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 2008 | 02/17/2022 |
Legal answers | 101 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
Top Attorney | Fort Worth Magazine | 2019 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Top Attorney | Fort Worth, Texas Magazine | 2016 |
Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2016 |
Top Attorney | Fort Worth, Texas Magazine | 2015 |
10 Best Client Satisfaction Award | American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys | 2015 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner / Attorney | Cofer Luster Law Firm, PC | 2019 - Present |
Owner / Attorney | Luster Law Firm, PLLC | 2014 - 2018 |
Assistant District Attorney | Tarrant County District Attorney's Office | 2009 - 2014 |
Assistant District Attorney | Lubbock County Criminal District Attorneys Office | 2009 - 2009 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Bar Association | Member | 2015 - Present |
Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
Tarrant County Bar Association | Member | 2009 - Present |
Texas Young Lawyers Association | Member | 2009 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Houston | JD - Juris Doctor | 2008 |
Abilene Christian University | BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration | 2003 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Sharpen the Spear Indigent Defense Advocacy | Making the Record for Non-Counsel Funding | 2019 |
Fort Worth Police Training Academy | Courtroom Testimony Training | 2010 |
Case name | Outcome |
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State vs. B.V. | Not Guilty |
State v. C.S. | No Billed |
State v. J.R. | Dismissed |
State v. J.R. | Dismissed |
State v. K.W. | Reduced to Misdemeanor |
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Lisa Haines, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 11, 2015
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I have worked alongside James as a defense attorney but also against him when he was a prosecutor. He is a stealth attorney. He quietly works diligently to get justice for his clients. He has extensive trial experience and is well respected in our legal community. I highly recommend James.
Steve Gebhardt, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 20, 2015
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James is a compassionate, knowledgeable and hard working attorney. He has tried numerous felony and misdemeanor jury trials. I would recommend James to a friend or family member charged with a crime. I endorse this lawyer.
Andrea Townsend, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 5, 2015
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I worked with James in the Tarrant County District Attorney's Office. He is hard working, has expansive knowledge of the law, and his experience as a former prosecutor gives his clients an advantage that many defense attorneys cannot provide. I endorse this lawyer.
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Jennifer Jackson, Criminal defense Attorney on May 23, 2015
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Aaron Graham, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 13, 2015
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Sherry R. Armstrong, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 13, 2015
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William Harber, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 2, 2015
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Bryan Hoeller, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 15, 2014
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James is a hard-working former Tarrant County prosecutor. He has a vast knowledge in criminal law, along with extensive trial experience. I highly endorse this lawyer.
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