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James M. Kennedy

3.0
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 24 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Suite 2400, 712 Main Street, Houston, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 24 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2001

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

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James Max Kennedy

Suite 2400, 712 Main Street, Houston, TX, 77002

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3.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Outstanding Criminal Defense Attorney

I was charged with an extremely serious crime (2nd degree felony) which I had only a very hazy recollection of committing. When I was able to evaluate the severity of the charges I was facing, I was distraught and bewildered. I had called around town and spoken to several attorneys, among whom I f...elt varying degrees of comfort. James was working late at one of the offices I had called and kindly agreed to meet and discuss my case with me long after business hours were over. James was able to break down the case and draw parallels between other cases he had seen and what possible defense strategies would be. He was extremely candid about possible outcomes but also provided a very professional level of optimism which led to me choosing him and another attorney in the same office. Through diligence and hard work, James and my other attorney were able to achieve a “no-bill” with the grand jury, effectively dismissing my case. James is an outstanding attorney and achieved the best possible outcome while simultaneously supplying hope and a professional friendliness that was much needed during a stressful time. Upon receipt of the “no-bill”, James was also instrumental in having an item of great monetary and sentimental value that was interred as evidence returned to me. If you are facing criminal charges, I could not more highly recommend James. He was an extremely accessible source of support during the investigation of my case and an invaluable ally in the courtroom.

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Herrick Sovany

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse James. He has an uncanny way of simplifying complicated matters and connecting with both the judge and jury. I highly recommend James to anyone seeking advice or representation in criminal matters - federal or state."

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Beatriz Ballerini

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. James is an experienced criminal defense attorney. He is professional and very honest. I highly recommend him!"

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Tab Lawhorn

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"James is a highly intelligent and creative criminal defense lawyer. His ability to take complex legal issues and explain them to a jury in a simple way makes him a true advocate in trial. If you need an attorney who will fight for you, James is your guy."

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Education

2001

Thurgood Marshall School of Law

Languages

English

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