James S. Bettersworth was raised in Texas. He received his undergraduate degree from Texas Lutheran University. He later went on to obtain his Juris Doctorate from St. Mary’s Law School in 1997,a feat he was able to accomplish in just 2 ½ years.
Upon graduating from St. Mary’s he became license on June 4th, 1998. Since then, he has successfully represented clients in legal matters that pertain to a very wide range of laws. Some of these include, but are not limited to:
In addition to being licensed to practice in the state of Texas, Mr. Bettersworth is also licensed to practice in the Federal Courts of the Western District of Texas. He also holds a license that allows him to practice in the 5th Circuit Court of appeals, located in New Orleans and has had the distinct honor of arguing before a judicial panel for the court. He is also a member of the Texas Bar Association, the Federal Bar Association for the Western District of Texas and the Texas Trial Lawyers Association.
Mr. Bettersworth is well known throughout the legal community for his aggressive and straightforward approach. He relentlessly concentrates his efforts on achieving the best result for his clients in a timely manner.
Practice areas
James Bettersworth has successfully handled many different types of personal injury matters including, but not limited to truck wrecks, auto collissions, medical mal-practice, dog bites, slip and falls, defective products, etc. All personal injury cases are taken on a contengency fee basis.
23 years
Mr. Bettersworth has been involved in many different types of construction related litigation. He has successfully represnted those clients who have been harmed by a builder. He has also assisted builders and subcontractors with securing payment by way of bond claims and mechanic's and materialman's liens.
23 years
Mr. Bettersworth has been successfully representing clients in divorce, custody and child support matters for many years. He understands the emotional destress that his clients experience in these matters. As such, he strives to get his clients the best result possible while at the same time minimizing the financial and emotional impact.
23 years
Languages spoken
English
The Bettersworth Law Firm
110 West Faust Street
New Braunfels, TX, 78130
The Bettersworth Law Firm
136 East San Antonio Street
San Marcos, TX, 78666
The Bettersworth Law Firm
113 East Calvert Avenue
Karnes City, TX, 78118
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 1998 | 05/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 25 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Member | Elite Lawyer | 2018 |
Member | Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2015 |
member | Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2014 |
Member | Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2013 |
Member | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2013 |
Member | Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2012 |
Member | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2012 |
Member | Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2011 |
Member | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2011 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | The Bettersworth Law Firm | 1998 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
State Bar of Texas | Member | 1998 - Present |
Federal Bar Association | Member | 1998 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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St Mary's University of San Antonio School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1997 |
Texas Lutheran University in Seguin | N/A |
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Michael Morris, Trucking accident Attorney on Feb 4, 2022
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James is a compassionate, friendly and zealous lawyer who possesses great common sense. I have worked with him, both alongside and against, and found him to be civil and professional in all his work. Highly recommended.
Courtney Miller, Unknown Attorney on Sep 24, 2015
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Michael Morris, Trucking accident Attorney on Feb 4, 2022
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James is a compassionate, friendly and zealous lawyer who possesses great common sense. I have worked with him, both alongside and against, and found him to be civil and professional in all his work. Highly recommended.
Courtney Miller, Unknown Attorney on Sep 24, 2015
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Mark Kezy, Personal injury Attorney on May 29, 2015
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Marissa Hanson, Personal injury Attorney on May 29, 2015
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Eric Zelazny, Personal injury Attorney on May 29, 2015
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Steven Mevorah, Personal injury Attorney on May 27, 2015
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John O'Brien, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 8, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.
Marilee Hazel, Family Attorney on Jul 22, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Bettersworth is competent, professional and always courteous. He is an excellent advocate for his clients.
Melissa Rowcliffe, Family Attorney on Jul 22, 2014
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