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Biography
James M. Ardoin, III is the owner of Jimmy Ardoin & Associates, PLLC based in Houston, Texas.
Mr. Ardoin has a national practice representing clients in criminal and civil litigation in both federal and state courts across the country. His experience includes representing individuals and companies in high stakes cases, including everything from health care fraud, securities fraud, bank fraud, and violations of federal foreign sanctions laws on the criminal side, to personal injury claims by individuals, breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, and fraudulent transfer of assets on the civil side. In addition to his litigation practice, he also helps companies with their internal investigations as well as responding to governmental investigations that the company might receive.
Mr. Ardoin has been named a Texas Super Lawyer in the area of White Collar Criminal Defense since 2015 and is listed in The Best Lawyers in America in both White Collar Criminal Defense and Criminal Defense. He is also fellow of both the American Bar Foundation and the Texas Bar Foundation. In addition, Mr. Ardoin is a frequent contributor to news outlets across the country on complex, white collar defense legal issues and has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, the Houston Chronicle, the Dallas Morning News, Yahoo News, the Houston Business Journal, KPRC, KHOU and many more.
Owner at Jimmy Ardoin & Associates, PLLC
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
34%
Criminal Defense
33%
22 years
White Collar Crime
33%
22 years
Fees and Rates
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 21 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Jimmy Ardoin & Associates, PLLC
(713) 574-1404
Fax
4900 Fournace Place, Suite 550, Houston, TX, 77401
Online Presence
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Posted by Alex | October 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Top Notch White Collar Crime Attorney in Texas
Jimmy has been above and beyond in this case. Hes been one person I could never thank enough for what he and his team have done for my family. So far 7 charges dropped which isnt all of them, but were not stopping there. I highly recommend James and his entire team!
Posted by Akil | April 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Top Lawyers I have worked with
I recently hired Jimmy for a large national case. He has been amazing. I’m so happy to have him represent me. If there is one person who I can trust with my life it’s him!
Posted by anonymous | June 05, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
When in need, trust in Jimmy Ardoin.
Jimmy Ardoin was a great recommendation and was a great decision on my part to hire him. He was prompt to court so I never had to wait long or worry when and if he was going to show up. If he was every going to be later than usual, Jimmy always let me know ahead of time so I would not be worried....
Posted by Hank | December 30, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
If you want your second chance at life, call Jimmy Ardoin
From the first time I met jimmy I was in complete confidence in his ability to get me through every phase of the judicial process. His knowledge of every aspect of what you can expect to go through was extremely comforting. My journey was a long process, and knowing that Jimmy was right there gave ...
Posted by John | November 10, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
"Boutique" style service lawyer
Jimmy did a perfect job of explaining all the legal options available to me in my legal challenge and how much each option would cost. In doing so, I was able to make wise financial decisions regarding the legal expenses of representation needed to get my desired courtroom outcome. Worth it!!
James Madison Ardoin III's Lawyer Endorsements
James Crewse
Securities and investment fraud lawyer | Jul 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have referred business to Jimmy and never regretted it."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Jimmy is an intelligent and creative defense attorney who is well respected in the legal community. He fights hard for his clients. I endorse Jimmy Ardoin."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jimmy has great experience beyond his years. He is a very persuasive and highly effective advocate for his clients"
"I endorse James Ardoin. He is one of Houston's preeminent federal criminal defense trial lawyers. Jimmy has gone out of his way to hone a very particular skill set that allows him to aggressively and thoroughly defend the most complicated criminal cases. Anyone charged with a crime should consider hiring James Ardoin."
"I represented a client in a medicare / medicaid fraud trial where James defended one of two other co-defendants. James has an impressive eye for detail and was able to expose the weaknesses in the government's case through a skilled attack on the legitimacy of the evidence and the credibility of the witnesses. He's a great trial lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
White Collar Crime and Criminal Defense, Best Lawyers in America
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
White Collar Crime, Texas Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
White Collar Crime, Texas Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers
2015
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
White Collar Crime, Texas SuperLawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Texas Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Partner, Jones Walker, LLP
2011 - 2017
Owner, ArdoinLaw, PLLC
2010 - 2011
Partner, Cogdell & Ardoin, LLC
2004 - 2010
Associate, Cogdell Law Firm
Associations
2014 - Present
Garland R. Walker American Inn of Court
2013 - Present
Federal Bar Association
2011 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2004 - Present
Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association
2004 - Present
American Bar Association
2004 - Present
Houston Bar Association
2004 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Texas vs. G.M.
Dismissed
State of Texas vs. W.Y.
Dismissed
State of Texas vs. HL
Dismissed
U.S. v. Abdulwahab
Reversal on appeal
State vs. SW
Successfully convinced the Judge to give deferred adjudiction with restitution when the prosecutor was only offering prison time.
State v. CB
Grand Jury packet was presented and the grand jury declined to indict client; case dismissed
United States vs. Morgan
Convinced the Judge to give time served on a case where the statute precluded probation.
United States vs. Buckalew
Case dismissed prior to trial
United States vs. Bermingham
Plea agreement where the client did 6 months in custody here in the United States before being transferred home to the United Kingdom to complete the sentence according to UK laws of parole.
United States vs. Texas Oil and Gathering, Inc.
Plea agreement with government for probation. Convinced the Court at the sentencing hearing that the fine should only be $50,000 rather than the $2,000,000 the government was requesting.
United States vs. Ranostaj
Case dismissed prior to trial.
United States vs. Le
Motion to suppress granted after a hearing in front of the judge and case was dismissed.
Education
2004
South Texas College of Law
2000
University of Texas System, Austin
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Reasonable Doubt Radio Show
Criminal Justice Issues
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers