JaPaula C Kemp

JaPaula C Kemp

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 22 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury

2402 Rosedale, Houston, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 22 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2003

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

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JaPaula C. Kemp- Attorney at Law

2402 Rosedale, Houston, TX, 77004

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JaPaula C Kemp's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

56 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dismissed

She was great. Straight forward no promises no games. Sometimes communication took a bit. But overall great attorney. She was able to get my case dismissed.

Posted by Gerald | August 31, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Cool but thoroughly factual.

I don’t know a lawyer that speaks poised, unapologetic, and honest with the truth. Ms Kemp knew the DA’s were going to take the approach of taking a side to protect their interests, but I saw her humble falsified statements, documents, and egos. She asked honest questions about the case, and had the ...plaintiff nervous. She gave incentives by rebuttals to one sided arguments about my brother who was and is now presumed innocent, but she also left the jury with questions about the tampered evidence against the defendant today that left the jury speechless, yet inevitably sure. Words cannot express how proud I am of her, and if I was in my brothers position I would’ve had her as my lawyer and consultant as well. She’s a diamond in the court of law, and I appreciate her for enduring this case to the wire/granular. If you’re innocent and need someone to prove it and protect your livelihood go with Ms Kemp! I’ve never met or seen someone shut down a case with soft words of wisdom. The jury knew this was a win for her after she explained the facts about the plaintiff lying about what ACTUALLY happened. Salute! If she ran for judge, I’d vote JaPaula C Kemp! Peace and love. Gerald Wayne Bryant Jr. (Daniel’s only Brother)

Posted by D. Bryant | August 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME

I was up against a mountain and she did the unthinkable. Definitely let her work speak for her. Had a case that I completely messed up with talking to the investigators before I talked to her. But she fixed it.. end result was I found not guilty on all charges … just know she is the truth hire her be...fore you do anything else.. WORTH IT !!!

Posted by JYL | August 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

OUTSTANDING ATTORNEY

Very professional and personable. She understands the law and worked with me and my grandson to be sure we were aware of everything concerning his case. Attorney Kemp researched information, answered questions in a timely matter, and provided us options that benefited the case outcome and our live...s. Her representation in court relations is exemplary. It was a pleasure to work with her and so grateful she was there through it all.

Posted by Bobbie T. | June 2, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Services

JaPaula is the best criminal attorney I have ever worked with. From our first meeting, she explained everything to me in terms I could easily understand and was always very responsive when I had questions outside of our meetings. If anyone is looking for a knowledgeable attorney at a great price, th...en go to JaPaula C Kemp.

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JaPaula C Kemp's Lawyer Endorsements

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Fiza Syed

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 26

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Myron Davis

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 22

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"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Kemp is an extremely effective, hard working and very respected attorney in the Houston Metro area."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Feb 20

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"A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.I endorse this lawyer."

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 28

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hovanes Margarian

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 19

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Cleary

Criminal defense lawyer | May 20

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"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

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John O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

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"I endorse this lawyer. An outstanding and well respected attorney in the legal community. I would recommend her wholeheartedly to annyone needing legal representation."

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James Roark

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 15

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"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Ms. Kemp has consistently shown in her posts on this website that she is a highly competent and seasoned criminal lawyer."

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Robert Harris

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 13

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"I endorse this lawyer. Honest advice, practical answers on AVVO. She is a skilled and concerned advocate for her clients."

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Brian Tyrone

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 08

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"Ms. Kemp's advice in this forum is always well thought out and spot on. I believe her knowledge of the law and common sense answers make her a great advocate. If someone were to ask me to recommend an attorney in Houston, she would be at the top of the list."

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Jared Robinson

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mrs. kemp is highly regarded amongst her peers in the criminal justice community. She continually provides extremely well thought-out answers on AVVO.com. Mrs. Kemp's professional advise helps many people navigate through the adverse situations they will face in the criminal justice system."

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Michael Crawford

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 28

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"I'm very fond of JaPaula's work. And I endorse her for criminal defense. She puts her heart and soul into every case. A must hire if you are in need of criminal defense in her area."

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Kevin Bennett

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 27

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"I endorse this lawyer.Ms. Kemp is very well respected in her community and provides very knowledgeable answers on AVVO."

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Courtney Kaisand

Family lawyer | Oct 18

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"I endorse this lawyer. I do not know her personally, but I have read many of her responses to individuals' legal questions on Avvo and am impressed by the breadth and depth of her family law knowledge. Her obvious intellect and know-how, coupled with a tireless dedication to helping people navigate murky legal waters on this site, clearly makes her an asset to the legal community."

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Mark Land

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 18

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"I endorse Ms. Kemp. I have reviewed her answers on this website. She consistently gives excellent answers that demonstrate her knowledge of the law, as well as great practical advise. It is apparent she is a great lawyer."

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Deepali Walters

Unknown lawyer | Oct 17

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"Ms. Kemp is smart and knows her criminal law. Her answers on Avvo are thoughtful and thorough."

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Lee Thompson

Family lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Other

"While I don't know Ms. Kemp personally, I have had the chance to review her answers on this site, mostly in the area of family law. You won't get he standard answer from her so many attorneys give telling the person to see an attorney, instead what you get are insightful answers that no doubt are helpful to the person seeking initial help. It takes time and energy to do this here, but she does it. I can easily recommend Ms. Kemp as an attorney."

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Gary Churak

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 17

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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M. Irene Wilson

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 15

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"I endorse attorney JaPaula Kemp. She is an ethical and extremely competent attorney with a litigation record that shows she is an experienced, true advocate for her clients."

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Monica Williams

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 12

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"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Kemp is a zealous advocate for her clients and very knowledgeable. She is a respected and valued member of the legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

AV Preeminent 4.9 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Preeminent Rating 4.9 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2009 - 2010

Contract Attorney, The Attorney General Of Texas

2003 - 2005

Associate of the Firm, Washington & Associates

2003 - 2013

Managing Partner, Kemp Legal Firm

Associations

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Cruelty to Animals

Acquitted/Not Guilty

Evading Arrest and Detention

Acquitted/Not Guilty

Assault on a Public Servant

Dismissed

Assault- Bodily Injury

Hung jury resulting in dismissal

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Education

2003

Texas Southern University

1999

University of Michigan

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2003

Journal of Law and Social Change The Effect of Educating Prisoners

Languages

English

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