James A. Vaught
also known as Jimmy Vaught
About James
Biography
Jimmy Vaught is passionate about family law! In his more than 30 year career, he has always been active in appellate law, but in 1999, he made a conscious decision to become a highly regarded, well qualified family lawyer, and he has more than achieved both. Besides representing clients in traditional family law, Jimmy is also an arbitrator, mediator and is trained in collaborative family law. He works hard to settle and resolve disputes and takes a balanced and creative approach in all of his cases, whether in collaborative law, traditional family law, family law appeals or as a mediator or arbitrator for other attorneys and their clients. He is well liked and respected by almost every opposing counsel that he has worked with, and though he settles most cases, he is a formidable litigator when the circumstances require going to the courthouse. His reputation with the judiciary in venues where he practices is stellar.
Jimmy is board certified in both family law as well as civil appellate law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He is one of a handful of attorneys in Texas that are family law appellate specialists. He is a member of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, one of only 1,600 attorneys nationwide who qualify for membership. The Academy’s website touts “To be represented by a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers is to be represented by a leading practitioner in the field of family law.”
Jimmy is also a member of many of the policy making committees of the family law section of the State Bar as well as a member of the Texas Family Law Foundation and the State Bar Family Law Section’s Legislative Committee, whose goal is to write and review new legislation in Texas.
Jimmy’s unique qualifications, as well as his excellent character and experiences as a husband and father make him a highly skilled, compassionate and problem-solving family law attorney. His goal is to provide excellent representation and first class service to all of his clients.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
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Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 45 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1980
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Location
Vaught Law Firm, P.C.
5929 Balcones Drive, Suite 201, Austin, TX, 78731
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James A. Vaught's Reviews
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6 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Case Results
Posted by anonymous | July 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Avoid!
I reached out to Mr. Vaught to handle a case that was adjudicated by one of the worst family judges to ever win an election. In the process of dealing with post divorce abuse and trauma, he laughed and said, “oh, I don’t believe that!” when I told him that my daughter’s therapist had not reported her...
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Replied last July 03, 2025I believe that you just posted this same review on another site. You were NEVER a client, and you obviously are unhappy with the entire family law legal community - Judges, Attorneys and therapists. I feel for you - family law is VERY personal, and unfortunately, everyone doesn't have a good experience. I wish it were different.
Posted by KG | September 12, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Professional, Knowledgeable and Supportive
Jimmy Vaught and his Staff listened to my fears and concerns with compassion and understanding, while professionally guiding me through my divorce and quickly achieving the best possible result. Not only did he and his staff act professionally and discretely, they were kind and supportive during a s...
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"Jimmy Vaught is an incredibly talented lawyer. He is a strong advocate for his clients and he has the experience and expertise to resolve complex family law issues. I have seen the preparation he puts into every trial, mediation, and appeal. Jimmy is compassionate and understanding about his clients needs. I highly recommend him."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Austin's Top Attorneys in Family Law, Austin Monthly Magazine
2021
Austin's Top Attorneys in Family Law, Austin Monthly Magazine
2020
Austin's Top Attorneys in Family Law, Austin Monthly Magazine
2017
Top 50 Attorneys in Central/West Texas Area, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2016
Tier 1 Ranking in Family Law "Best Law Firms", Best Lawyers
2016
Austin Family Lawyer of the Year, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Family Lawyer of the Year, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Franklin Jones Best CLE Article Award, College of the State Bar of Texas
2012
Family Law - 2012-2024, Best Lawyers
2011
Texas Super Lawyer Family Law - 2011 to 2022, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine
2006
Texas Super Lawyer Family Law, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine
2004
Texas Super Lawyer Family Law, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine
2003
The Women's Advocacy Project, Public Service Award
2003
Texas Super Lawyer Family Law, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine
2000
Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
1988
Board Certified Civil Appellate Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
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AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Of Counsel, The Eggleston Law Firm, PC
2010 - Present
Founding Partner/ Senior Attorney, Vaught Law Firm, P.C.,
1900 - Present
Shareholder, Vaught Law Firm, P.C.
2003 - 2010
Attorney, McCullar Vaught, P.C.,
1995 - 2002
Associate, Law Offices of Edwin (Ted) J. Terry, P.C.,
1989 - 1995
Staff Attorney, Hon. Jack Hightower, Justice, The Supreme Court of Texas
Associations
2010 - Present
Lloyd Lockridge American Inn of CourtMember
2004 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
2004 - Present
Texas Chapter, American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
Sample of Legal Cases
Education
1980
JD - Juris Doctor--cum laude
1974
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
The Future of Premarital, Postmarital, and Cohabitation Agreements
2008
2008
2007
Publications
2015
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Languages
English