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Jason Edward Niehaus
also known as J. Edward
About Jason
Biography
Cigar afficionado and litigator. Admitted to practice in the Texas (including Northern and Eastern District Federal Courts), the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court. Always looking for a new challenge.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
45%
16 years | 1,000 cases
Appeals
40%
16 years | 200 cases
Litigation
15%
16 years | 25 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-500 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Texas for 15 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Bodkin Niehaus & Dorris
207 W. Hickory St., Suite 309, Denton, TX, 76201
Bodkin Niehaus Dickson
6021 Morriss Rd, Suite 111, Flower Mound, TX, 75028
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Jason Edward Niehaus's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
sub par
I can not speak for Bodkin or Dorris, but Niehaus was lacking in many respects. What started out as a good relationship rapidly deteriorated. Jason Niehaus is rude, condescending, lacks communication skills, and fails to clearly outline his fee and the extent of his services he provides for said fee....
Jason Niehaus
Replied last October 29, 2018Mr Briggs, I'm sorry to hear that you are dissatisfied with the dismissal of your felony drug charge. If you desire to be treated as a valued client, perhaps you should consider timely paying your bills.
Posted by Sunil | December 12, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
The best lawyer!
This lawyer got my possession of marijuana case dismissed with a few conditions. The conditions were I had to pass two UA's and do 8 hours community service. You can not get a better lawyer than him!!
Posted by Chris | June 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Outstanding Attorney
Outstanding is an understatement. I found myself in a tricky situation where I thought I did the right thing but could have ruined my life for a very long time. Jason was there to guide me through a very scary time. I can not say enough good things about Jason as an attorney or person. No one should...
Posted by Jesse | June 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Brilliant soul
He met and exceeded all my expectations as my attorney. He is caring and helpful in whatever the circumstance maybe and most importantly he is al. He is not only my attorney but also my consultant and a very good friend. I am thankful to have a brilliant soul on the right side of the law.
Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2012
Appeal lawyer
Five star lawyer for sure. Won my case for me and helped me out. I'll def call him if I catch another case
Jason Edward Niehaus's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jason is a supremely gifted advocate for his clients. I am always impressed with the wealth of knowledge he possesses and we often have discussions on the current state of the law and case strategies whenever we run into each other in the various courts in the metroplex. He is my go to guy for appellate work but I would recommend him for any area of law that he practices as he undoubtedly will work hard for his clients and put his wealth of knowledge to work every single time."
"I have known Jason for about a year know and he is always my "go to guy" when I have a question about an appeal I may be handling for a client. He knows his stuff."
"I endorse Jason. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Mr. Niehaus is a brilliant and dedicated attorney, who has an incredibly strong work ethic and is passionate about the clients he represents. I recommend Mr. Niehaus for any appellate and/or criminal matter, no matter how complex."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Professional and dedicated."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jason is a thorough and excellent attorney. I hold him in the highest professional and personal regard."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Super Lawyer Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2017
Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Managing Partner, Bodkin Niehaus Dickson PLLC
2012 - 2015
Managing Attorney, Law Office J. Edward Niehaus
2011 - 2012
Attorney, Farrell & Patel
2010 - 2011
General Counsel, Kroo Bay Inititative
Associations
2016 - Present
National College of DUI Defense
2016 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2015 - Present
Denton County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2014 - Present
Denton County Bar Association
2014 - Present
Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Ward
DA's office declined to prosecute
State v. Luna
Dismissed
State v. Rodd
Dismissed
Powers v. Swetland et al
TRO vacated, case dismissed without damages
State v. Hofmeister
DA's office declined to prosecute
State v. Johnson
mental health writ granted
State v. Lewis
Dismissed
State v. Jackson
Dismissed
State v. Hudson
Dismissal
State v. Wells
Dismissal
State v. Tate
Dismissed (12.45 Mtn)
MDL 2179 In Re Oil Spill of Oil Rig Deepwater Horizon
MDL settlement received preliminary approval on March 8, 2012
Young et al v. Securus 15-02363-431
Dismissed
Education
2010
University of Miami School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
University of North Texas
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2018
Western District of Texas Criminal Bar CLE
Michael Morton Act
2017
July 2017 DCCDLA Meeting
Appellate practice
2017
DCDLA March CLE
Michael Morton Act Discovery
2014
Family Law Section Meeting
Stored Communications Act and Social Media Discovery
2014
Denton County Bench-Bar 2014
Writs and Extraordinary Remedies
Publications
2017
Voice for the Defense (Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association)
Interpreting and Arguing the Scope of the Michael Morton Act: Defense Counsel Perspective on Scope of the Act
2015
BNDlegal.com/bnd-blog
Mental State in Jury Charges: Separate is better
2015
BNDlegal.com/bnd-blog
SCOTUS cracks door to antitrust liability for State Professional Licensing Boards
2015
BNDlegal.com/bnd-blog
Nelson v. Wisconsin - Defining Structural Error via a Defendant's Right to Testify
2015
bndlegal.com/bnd-blog
Denton Fracking Litigation: Commentary on Home Rule Authority and Preemption
2015
defensedfw.blogspot.com
Legal and Factual Sufficiency of Mitigating Affirmative Defenses
2014
defensedfw.blogspot.com
New harmless error in jury selection. Comment on Comeaux v. State
2014
2014
2014
2014
2014
defensedfw.blogspot.com
Right to Public Trial: Considerations in light of Cameron v. Texas
2014
defensedfw.blogspot.com
Chemerinsky's proposed SCOTUS term limit would require Article III amendment
2011
Self Published
Silence Speaks Volumes: How the Absence of Testimonial Compulsion Prior to Arrest Makes a Defendant’s Pre-arrest Pre-Miranda Silence Admissible as Substantive Evidence
2009
Self Published
Heller's Constitutional Dialogue
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers