Jason English grew up in his dad’s personal injury law practice in Tarrant County, graduated from Texas A&M before getting his law degree from St. Mary’s University School of Law. Initially he worked in his father’s firm on personal injury, wills and probate, as well as, family law cases. Soon thereafter he took his father’s advice and worked for the District Attorney’s Office to obtain trial expertise. Jason English was an Assistant District Attorney with the Travis County District Attorney’s Office in Austin, Texas from 2007-2017. The Travis County District Attorney’s Office has jurisdiction over felony offenses. Mr. English was a prosecutor in Texas 2002-2017, working at the Cameron County Criminal District Attorney’s Office in Brownsville, TX and at the Hays County District Attorney’s Office in San Marcos, Texas. Upon joining Travis County District Attorney’s Office in 2007, Mr. English was assigned to various courts before being assigned to the Special Prosecution Division’s Public Integrity Unit handling white collar crimes committed against state agencies or crimes committed by state officials. Mr. English had been the Strategic Prosecution Unit’s Community Prosecutor working as the liaison between the DA’s Office, Austin Police Department, and the community. During this time he was assigned to address special issues or top offenders affecting the community, as well as, advising the Austin Police Department regarding felony cases and sting operations. The work included various initiatives such as an enhanced prosecution initiative, as well as, implementing a Drug Market Initiative following the High Point, North Carolina Model. Prior to leaving prosecution, he had been over various diversion programs for the Travis County District Attorney’s Office, specifically handling the Mental Health Docket and the Veterans Court. After 15 great years as a prosecutor, he has returned full circle to handling personal injury, will and probate cases, as well as, practicing criminal defense. He counts his father’s sage advice for getting years of courtroom experience that translates well for his clients.
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Languages spoken
English, Spanish
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 2001 | 12/05/2020 |
Legal answers | 7 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Sheepdog Award | 5th Street Community | 2011 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Hernandez and English, LLP | 2017 - Present |
Founder and Partner | Jason S. English Law PLLC | 2017 - Present |
Assistant District Attorney | Travis County District Attorney's Office | 2007 - 2017 |
Assistant District Attorney | Hays County District Attorney's Office | 2003 - 2006 |
Assistant District Attorney | Cameron County District Attorney's Office | 2002 - 2003 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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College of the State Bar of Texas | Member | 2018 - Present |
State Bar of Texas | member | 2001 - Present |
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | N/A | N/A |
Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | N/A | N/A |
Hays County Bar Association | N/A | N/A |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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St. Marys University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2001 |
Universidad Panamericana | N/A | 2000 |
Texas A&M University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1997 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Drug Market Initiative | Implementing HiPoint Model of the Drug Market Initiative | 2014 |
Hays County Sheriff's Department Citizen Police Academy | Criminal Law | 2005 |
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Douglas O'Connell, Personal injury Attorney on May 13, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I'm lucky enough to office in the same building as Jason. He's one of the few lawyers I turn to when I have legal questions, and he's always ready with great advice and guidance.
Albert Hildreth, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 29, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Jason for several years. He is an extremely hard working attorney who works tirelessly for his clients. He is always prepared and ready to defend his clients.
Gabriella Young, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 28, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Jason for many years. He is an excellent attorney. He worked many years at the DAs office and as an adversary he was professional and fair throughout any cases he handled. I feel lucky that he has made the switch to now representing People accused of crimes. His knowledge of the law, the prosecutors and the judges in our courts is hard to beat. I endorse him and recommend his services.
Rick Cofer, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 26, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have known and worked with Jason English for more than a decade. As colleagues in the District Attorney's Office and then as attorneys in private practice, I've had the opportunity to work with Mr. English on many occasions. He is one of the best attorneys in Central Texas. He is knowledgable, experienced, and hardworking. I would trust any client with Mr. English. His results are exemplary and he a role model in the criminal defense bar.
William Hines, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 26, 2019
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Jason is a smart, talented litigator. Prosecutors fear his skills!
Jamie Slaughter, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 1, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. English is an intelligent, thoughtful and dedicated attorney. I endorse him.
Kenneth Ervin, Criminal defense Attorney on May 16, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Jason is a thoughtful and conscientious attorney. His years of experience in prosecution will be a strong asset in the defense of criminal charges. He's also very approachable, easy to talk to, and well-liked by everyone in the courthouse.
William Hale, Criminal defense Attorney on May 11, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Jason is a smart lawyer that has an expert knowledge of Travis County courts. He is someone you should call if you need a lawyer.
Amando Pena, Criminal defense Attorney on May 9, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jason is an outstanding attorney. I've known him almost as long as I've been practicing and can attest to his work ethic, knowledge of the law and respect in the legal community.
Kleon Andreadis, Criminal defense Attorney on May 9, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jason is a smart and thoughtful advocate. His advise is concise and direct. He is zealous in his representation of clients and just the person you want standing next to you in court.
An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services.
I endorse this lawyer. I've seen him in trial and he's well prepared, tough, and smart.
Alex Hernandez, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 21, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.