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James Ray Alston
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Biography
If you or a loved one are facing a criminal investigation or criminal charges, you need an attorney with the knowledge and expereince to fight for your rights and freedom. James Alston is Board Certified in Criminal Law and has over 25 years of experience in criminal law. James Alston represents clients who are under investigation or charged with crimes in either state or federal court. James Alston is a former Assistant United States Attorney and a former Harris County Assistant District Attorney. James Alston was a prosecutor for 12 years and was trained by the government to investigate and prosecute crimes in both state and federal courts. From Federal white collar crimes such as mortgage fraud, healthcare fraud, and internet sex and pornography crimes to State charges including sex abuse crimes involving children and adults, drug charges, assault and family violence crimes, theft and fraud crimes and more - James Alston knows the means and methods prosecutors use to seek convictions and he applies this knowledge to fight against the system and maintain your freedom.
James Alston started his career as a prosecutor with the Harris County District Attorney's Office. James Alston was first assigned to the trial bureau where he gained valuable trial experience prosecuting all types of felony and misdemeanor cases. James Alston was later assigned to the Crimes Against Children Division where he prosecuted sex and pornography crimes involving child victims. James Alston then took a position with the United States Attorney's Office in Houston, Texas where he prosecuted international drug cases.
When you freedom and future are in jeopardy you need an attorney with the experience and skills to fight for you. Call Attorney James Alston today.
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Licensed in Texas for 32 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1993
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1415 North Loop West, Suite 905, Houston, TX, 77008
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Posted by Miguel Gonzalez | July 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Exellent Criminal Defence
I am very grateful for the defense that I present before my case, notably from the moment he took my case he was in charge of attending my courts personally in my case it was necessary to appear twice in court and after these it was not necessary that I attended my other courts because their perform...
Posted by anonymous | June 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
DWI & Failure to identify
I couldn’t be happier with the way my case was handled by Mr. Alston. He truly was amazing! I spoke to a few lawyers before I chose Mr. Alston and he made me feel comfortable and asked me to explain everything that occurred that night. Immediately he started asking questions and taking down notes. I’...
James Ray Alston's Lawyer Endorsements
"James Alston is an outstanding, bright and very ethical lawyer. When James was a federal prosecutor he dismissed a case, rather than go forward with questionable evidence. As a defense lawyer, James has shined. James is creative and he goes the extra mile. He looks for defenses where other lawyers wouldn't think to look. He's a fine lawyer and an honorable man."
"I endorse this lawyer. James is an outstanding lawyer. He is dedicated to his clients and he is a zealous advocate for their rights."
"I endorse this lawyer. He had provided an Outstanding analysis and answers on several issues that I have taken note of and he is highly respected among his peers as a leader in his field."
"I endorse this lawyer. James has decades of experience in state and federal court. He has seen it all and knows what he's doing in the courtroom."
"I have worked with James on a case in federal court and observed him numerous times in state court, too, and been impressed!"
"I've known James Alston for over a decade. After handling every sort of state-level criminal case there is, James branched out into federal criminal defense where he has found his true calling. Judges like James and clients love him. He takes his clients' concerns to heart and helps them out of tough situations. Anyone charged with a state or federal crime would be well-suited to contact James Alston."
"I have had the opportunity to interact with Mr. Alston as opposing counsel during my time as a prosecutor. He was always well prepared, very knowledgable about the law, effective, professional and ethical, with only his clients best interests at heart."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"James is well prepared, thorough and knowledgeable of the law in his defense of his clients. He is an excellent attorney who zealously reprents his clients in both State and Federal Court. I highly recomend him to anyone who finds themselves accused of a crime."
"James is an excellent lawyer who works hard for his clients and achieves great results."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Top Attorneys in Texas, Texas Monthly
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2018
Best Lawyers, The Best Lawyers in America
2018
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2017
Best Lawyers, The Best Lawyers in America
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Top Attorneys in Texas, Texas Monthly
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Top Attorneys in Texas, Texas Monthly Magazine
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyers, The Best Lawyers in America
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Top Attorneys in Texas, Texas Monthly Magazine
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
Best Lawyers, The Best Lawyers in America
2014
Top Attorneys in Texas, Texas Monthly Magazine
2014
Best Lawyers, The Best Lawyers in America
2014
Top 100 Trial lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Top Attorneys in Texas, Texas Monthly Magazine
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Top Attorneys in Texas, Texas Monthly Magazine
2012
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Top Attorneys in Texas, Texas Monthly Magazine
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2001
Board Certified in Criminal Law, Texas State Bar Board of Legal Specialization
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Owner, Law Office of James Alston
2002 - 2006
Assistant United States Attorney, United States Attorney's Office Southern District of Texas
1994 - 2002
Assistant Distrct Attorney, Harris County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2006 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2006 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2006 - Present
Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association
Education
1993
Loyola University New Orleans
1989
Tulane University
Masters Degree of Social Work
1988
Lamar University
B.S. Psychology
Languages
Spanish
English