James Stephen Sustaita

James Stephen Sustaita

4.2
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 26 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

1301 Nueces, Suite 200, Austin, TX

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2018
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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 26 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1999

Not Eligible to Practice - Discipline

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2018

Location

Sustaita Law Firm

1301 Nueces, Suite 200, Austin, TX, 78701

Law Offices of James Stephen Sustaita

1301 Nueces, Suite 200, Austin, TX, 78701

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James Stephen Sustaita's Reviews

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4.2 /5.0

47 Client Reviews

Showing 36 - 40 of 47 reviews

Posted by jaime | September 23, 2012

good man

James is a good and trustworthy man I have 2 children in my houseI trust him with their lives I would recommend him to any of my family or friends . he has my complete and total trust .

Posted by Yolanda | August 21, 2012 | Child Custody

James was unbelievably knowledgeable - A GREAT ATTORNEY TO HAVE BY YOUR SIDE IN THE COURTROOM!!!

Have been divorced for 8 yrs-primary residence for my 2 children. Daughter turns 16 and decides she want to live with dad. There is no way in H%LL I'm going down without a fight. I'm my child's only advocate (till I meet James)! My ex- has put my children as well as my self through so much! To know t...hat my daughter wants to live with dad because she was told she can only drive her new car to school if she lives with him was the icing on the cake for me! I hired an attorney who was able to get a continuance for my case. I was planning on using her for the case from beginning to end. After observing her skill, lack of aggressiveness and knowledge, I fired her day after recvng continuance. I called upon James Sustaita who I know had just lost his mother and was attending her funeral the day I was asking for my continuance. I hated to call and bother him at this time in his life but I knew this was going to be a BIG battle being that my daughter is 16 and can tell the judge where she wants to live. I had to fight with every email and text I had saved over the last 8 years. I knew the only person who could do this and be successful was James! I WAS RIGHT! He was very aggressive, effective with his family law knowledge and intimidating. He made my ex sweat like I've never seen before! Cross-examination kicked my ex's B#tt! My ex looked up at the judge and said" I'm nervous now"! My ex was so nervous he hadn't realized what he had just done! During another nervous episode he looked at James and said- "You're good, your real good!" It was worth every penny. It was a lot of pennies but worth every one! I'm so GLAD I called on James and he took my case in the middle of a family crisis! James is a GREAT guy and family is important to him! I know that is what makes him good at what he does. He is passionate! This round wan WON!!! Next round is coming up soon and I will be back to share our Victory!!! I highly suggest you call James to stand by your side in an important time of need!!! Thank you James! Yolanda

Posted by Chris | August 21, 2012 | Child Custody

The best lawyer a client could hope for!

There are not enough stars to offer Mr. Sustaita as a victorious lawyer. He is quite knowledgeable, savvy, and is someone you can put your total trust in. He won my custody battle. It was contentious, and as a father, I thought my only hope would be to have standardized visitation at best. But, ...Mr. Sustaita expertly handled my case, was always available to me, and kept moving forward in a positive manner. Believe me, it can be easy to get caught up in the stress, but he was there every step of the way. I can never repay him enough for his guidance. He was everything you could want in a lawyer, aggressive with the opposing side, but never lacking in manners or ethics. Some of these other reviews are just plain incorrect. Mr. Sustaita was always present, organized, and ready to "go the matts". I would recommend him as a great lawyer, that gets winning results. He is worth every penny. He has represented me over the last year and a half, and we won. Thank you James!

Posted by anonymous | July 17, 2012 | Child Custody

Is willling to Fight for what's RIGHT

James is helping me with my case. He is able to communicate very well, even when he has other things going on. As a parent himself, he understands where I am coming from. As a single parent, he knows what is best. He has so far came through everything he said. My case in not even in the process of be...ing done. He is willing to fight for my voice, and do what’s best for me... Everyone has their own opinion about saying, once you pay him, James disappear, will I can say I paid him, he has kept in touch VERY WELL. I can say I have spoken to him about 2 to 3 times in a day. So I do and will recommend him to anyone. He is willing and still forgoing more on my case... He is still fighting on my behalf. What a great man.

Posted by Erin | May 06, 2012 | DUI & DWI

Oustanding

I was facing a Criminal DWI and James worked very hard to get it reduced and successfully so. I knew every step of the process as James kept me in the communication loop. He is honest, fair and compassionate. I would trust James with any legal problem or advice that I needed

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James Stephen Sustaita's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mylan Shaunfield

Family lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I had the privilege of training with James and couldn't have asked for a better mentor. His ability to think on his feet is unmatched and gives his clients a superior advantage. I know I wouldn't want to face him in the court room..."

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Andrew Robertson

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. James is a great attorney and a great man. I have worked closed with James on many cases and have always been impressed with his hard work and due diligence."

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Andrew Robertson

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2018.

Disbarment issued in TX, 2018

updated on 03/15/2019

This is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Texas State Bar to understand the reasons for this disbarment.

Disbarment issued in TX, 2018

updated on 08/07/2018

This is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Texas State Bar to understand the reasons for this disbarment.

Fully Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2016

updated on 10/20/2016

Fully probated suspension means an attorney is technically suspended but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities during the suspension to make sure that he or she does not repeat the behavior.

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Owner, Sustaita Law Firm

2006 - 2009

Attorney, Keel & Nassour, LLP

1999 - 2006

Attorney, Harris County Attorney Office

Associations

1999 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

1999 - Present

Federal Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

Travis County Bar Association

Member

2006 - 2006

Houston Bar Association

Director, Family Law

Education

1999

Texas Southern University

Languages

Spanish

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