$ 525-525 per hour
James Walter Piper
also known as Jim
About James
Biography
Jim Piper is a trusted and respected name in the Texas Family Law community. In his active role as "Of Counsel," Jim serves as the most senior attorney at Walters Gilbreath, PLLC. In this position, Jim handles the most contentious and complex cases in Central Texas. Jim’s experience and years in the courtroom make him a valuable resource to his clients as well as the Walters Gilbreath team.
Jim believes in taking a client-centered, team approach, and providing thoughtful, prompt, and compassionate-yet-tough representation. Jim’s practice focuses solely on representing clients who need help in the area of complex family law litigation and trial work.
In addition to being Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, he is listed in the 2016-2020 editions of The Best Lawyers in America by Woodward White, Thomson Reuters selected him for the Texas Super Lawyers list every year from 2011 to 2020, he is listed as one of the Top Attorneys in Texas (by Texas Monthly), in 2017 Jim was named as one of the 50 Best Lawyers of any kind in Central and West Texas by Thomson Reuters (as published in Superlawyer magazine and Texas Monthly), he even holds an AV Preeminent rating by Martindale-Hubbell—the highest rating possible—and he is also included in the National Bar Registry of Preeminent Lawyers.
Jim is a frequent lecturer and speaker on family law matters. He has extensive experience trying custody and child-related matters. Before focusing on Family Law, Jim worked earned an undergraduate degree in accounting from Baylor University, he attended law school at the University of Texas, and then found work as a civil litigator. Now, Jim has represented everyone from teachers and policemen, to billionaires, Academy and Emmy award winners, and prominent politicians.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 51 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1974
No misconduct found
Location
Walters Gilbreath, PLLC
508 W. 12th Street, Austin, TX, 78701
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Divorce & Separation
Posted by anonymous | December 19, 2024 | Divorce & Separation
Horrible lawyer
You can hire Mr.Jim if you want to throw your money to the garbage, and surely, he charges a lot 600/hour. He has temperament issues, he got mad with the judge due to the old age complications and results would not be in your favor end of the day. He has a tendency to file more lawsuits while you ar...
Posted by Catherine | September 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Caring, sharp, and detailed oriented
Jim Piper is an outstanding attorney. He helped with my divorce and subsequent custody arrangements, and was vital during my trial to modify/terminate custody due to my childrens’ father’s recent involvement with drugs. He was quick to reply and calmed my nerves throughout the hearing. He is as sharp...
Posted by Deanna | May 05, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
An Excellent Firm!!
I am so thankful I had Piper & Turner take my case. Going through a divorce is one of the hardest things anyone can undergo,but having attorneys like Jim and Whitney helped the process by being compassionate to my situation and understanding what I was undergoing. There were also very responsive to m...
James Walter Piper's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Jim has earned a well-deserved reputation in the legal community as a relentless advocate for his clients. If you need a tough, experienced attorney, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him."
"Jim is a talented family law litigator. He gives an incredible amount of focus to the facts surrounding the issues in his cases. Jim commands attention and respect in the courtroom and is respected by the judiciary. I endorse this lawyer."
"Jim is a skilled litigator who zealously represents his clients."
"James is experienced and knowledgable in the field of family law. He is well known for the top-notch representation he provides. Contact him for excellent representation."
"Jim Piper is a very experienced, highly qualified and hard-working member of our family law community. He tirelessly, passionately, and effectively advocates for his clients - no matter how complicated or difficult their cases may be."
"When I think of the kind of attorney I aspire to be, I think of Jim. He is a master trial lawyer--smart, aggressive, and cunning. But Jim is also a consummate professional, and it is extremely rare to find someone in this business who embodies all of those qualities at once. Anyone would be extremely fortunate to have Jim working for them and their family."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim Piper is an extremely knowledgeable and experienced family lawyer."
Mstislav Talavera-Karmanov
Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 25
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Jim is incredibly knowledgable and respected in the community. He lives up the great reputation he has developed after having practiced for so many years in the area."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is one of the great trial lawyers in the State of Texas. He evaluates cases as well as anyone that I have ever worked with and he is also a creative problem solver."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Jim is an intelligent, experienced attorney. He has outstanding litigation skills."
"I recently had the pleasure of working with Mr. Piper, as opposing counsel, in a family law jury trial. Mr. Piper was shrewd, calculated, effective and an obvious master of his craft. It was an honor and a great learning experience to not only observe, but also oppose, a family law attorney of the absolute highest caliber. To have Mr. Piper as your counsel and advocate is to have the utmost assurance and protection that a client can have."
"I endorse Jim Piper. He holds a great reputation as a tough, effective advocate for his clients. I have seen that firsthand in the cases I have had against him."
"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is the best lawyer I've ever gone against. He is smart, tough and relentless in his advocacy for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2017
The Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2016
Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2016
The Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2015
Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2011
Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
N/A
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
Rating - Excellent, Avvo
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Of Counsel, Walters Gilbreath, PLLC
2015 - Present
Partner, PiperBurnett
2014 - 2015
Partner, Piper Turner Bollier, PLLC
2009 - 2014
Partner, Piper & Turner, PLLC
2005 - 2009
, Law Office of James W. Piper
1984 - 2004
Owner, Piper & Powers
1974 - 1984
Managing Attorney, Legal Aid Society of Central Texas
Associations
State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section
Member
American Bar Association, Family Law Section
Member
Austin Bar Association, Family Law Section
Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists
Member
Travis County Family Law Advocates
Member
Texas College of Trial Advocacy
Member
Texas Bar Foundation
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
901 S.W.2d 939
559 S.W.2d 698
Education
1974
The University of Texas in Austin
JD - Juris Doctor
1971
Baylor University
B.B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2017
AustinTAAP - Lunch and Learn
Clinicians Navigating the Court Process
2011
Family Law Summer CLE
Psychological Testing
2009
Family Law Section Summer Seminar
Judges Panel
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers