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Jaime M. Escuder III
About Jaime
Biography
Prior to moving to the Big Bend, I was Deputy Chief Public Defender in DuPage County, Illinois, where I was in charge of training and supervising the attorneys in the Misdemeanor Division. In addition to my supervisory duties, I maintained an active caseload of felony files. I have tried dozens of cases to verdict.
I hold a law degree from the University of Chicago and a degree in classical guitar performance from Florida State University. I am licensed to practice law in Texas and Illinois (presently voluntarily inactive), as well as the federal district courts for the Western District of Texas and the Northern District of Illinois. I also maintain the Trial Coach website as a resource for defense attorneys who wish to hone their trial advocacy skills. I have been published in The Champion, The Federal Sentencing Reporter, and elsewhere.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Criminal Defense
100%
22 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Pro bono
3 %
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 12 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 22 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Jaime Escuder
406 N. 5th St., Alpine, TX, 79830-4733
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Posted by Brett | September 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Representation
I was extremely satisfied with the service Mr. Escuder provided. He worked diligently to achieve the most favorable outcome to my case. He is knowledgeable of local law, patient, reasonably priced, and hard working. I would highly recommend Mr. Escuder for his legal services.
Posted by Daniel | November 05, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime
My kind of attorney
Jaime is a wonderful individual to work with, and helped me tremendously through a difficult drug possession case. I live out of state, and Jaime was able to be my man on the ground and take care of everything associated with my case promptly. He is always reachable via phone or email and is very hon...
Posted by Yadong | September 07, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
An excellent attorney
Jaime is a very good attorney. He will definitely think customers. He gave me a thorough analysis of my case. He is very knowledgeable. He is a very honest guy which I really admire.
Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Jaime Saved My Bacon
My problem was not a criminal one. Somebody was threatening legal action on me. I was scared & not sure what to do. I never had that kind of problem before. A friend said, Maybe you need to see a lawyer. We were right by Jaime's office so I made an appointment to see him. Jaime pretty much calmed me ...
Posted by anonymous | April 22, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Highly recommended
Mr. Escuder is highly knowledgeable and articulate and resolved a difficult situation involving a dispute over a large sum of money (in other words, he dealt with the problem with full understanding of the applicable laws, guided me through the process and ultimately the party on the other end of the...
Jaime M. Escuder III's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jaime Escuder and I were co-workers for years> I cannot say enough good things about him. He is compassionate, caring, hard-working, and professional. I have no doubt whatsoever that Jaime would work his hardest to achieve the best result for his clients, and those results would be driven by discussions with his clients about what they want and need. He always had, and I believe would continue to maintain good relationships with opposing counsel as well as the court. He is a consummate professional, and I could not recommend him higher."
"Jaime Escuder is a talented attorney with a keen insight on the law. If you are looking for someone who is relentless in court for his clients and cares about performing each and every time at the highest level then Jaime is the attorney you want and need. As a practicing attorney, I would want someone like Jaime in my rolodex of go to guys."
"I endorse this lawyer. I am so pleased Jaime moved his family to Alpine to live and work. His resume is most impressive, and he has deep experience in the trial court, defending citizens accused."
"Jaime is a fantastic attorney. He's thorough, thoughtful, and incredibly skilled in court. He has extensive experience from small to very serious matters and has always handled them professionally. If I needed a criminal defense lawyer I would want Jaime."
"Jaime is a tenacious advocate for his clients who knows the law and knows how to present a case to a court. He has the practicality to assess a situation fairly and make the right strategic choices, but also the creativity to take the path to the best outcome that others might not see. He gives advice with compassion and truly cares about his clients. He is a skilled trial lawyer who judges and juries listen to and respect. The highest recommendation I can give Jaime is that if I ever found myself in need of a criminal defense attorney, Jaime is who I would call. I would know I was getting a lawyer who would listen to me, devote himself to the case, and stand up for me in court."
"I cannot recommend Mr. Escuder highly enough. If you have a criminal matter in the Big Bend area, Mr. Escuder is the man to talk to."
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Paul Chambers
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Experience
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Owner, Escuder Law Office
2012 - 2014
Deputy Chief, DuPage County Public Defender's Office
2004 - 2012
Assistant Public Defender, DuPage County Public Defender's Office
Sample of Legal Cases
United States v. Mejia
Not Guilty
People v. Hicks
Not Guilty
People v. Winters
Hung Jury (client subsequently pled to lesser charge)
People v. Atilano
Not Guilty (guilty of misdemeanor offense of Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor)
People v. Bell
Not Guilty
People v. Foster
Hung Jury (client subsequently pled to lesser charge)
Education
2003
University of Chicago Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Florida State University
B.M.
Speaking Engagements
2017
Public Defender Training
Working Within the Texas Rules of Evidence
2016
Upholding Justice One Client at a Time
Texas Rules of Evidence Including Laying Foundations for Electronic Evidence
2011
MegaMeeting
- Using Technology at Trial
2011
IACDL Winter Conference
Forming Arguments
Publications
2010
The Champion magazine
Strength Through Structure: Forming Winning Closing Arguments
2004
Federal Sentencing Reporter
Congressional Lack of Discretion: Why the Feeney Amendment Is Unwise
2003
The University of Chicago Legal Forum
Prisoner Parents: An Argument For Extending the Right to Procreate to Incarcerated Men and Women
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers