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J. D. McMullen

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Licensed for 20 years

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 20 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2005

Eligible to Practice in Texas

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Licensed in Illinois

State: Illinois

Active Out of State Lawyer - Permitted to Practice

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J. D. McMullen's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 03, 2016

Great Experience Throughout Everything

J.D. was thoughtful, knowledgeable on all the questions I had and he got me the answers I needed. He responded the same day when I asked my question as well. Highly recommended.

Posted by Cindy | June 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

Excellent Attorney

I hired J. D. To represent me in a breach of contract suit. He is thorough and excellent at communicating with his clients. Always kept me informed with any activity in the case. He is a great lawyer and the type you want on your side. Highly recommend.

Posted by Marilyn | June 30, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

McMullen review

I would highly recommend JD McMullen for any situation that requires an attorney. He handled my case very professionally and always kept us informed as to what was happening with our case at all times. He was able to bring our suit to completion a lot sooner than expected due to his and his teams dil...igence in following through with all of the details of this very complicated case. There were a lot of hard decisions to make along the way and he was able to inform us of all the implications of that decision so that we felt completely informed at making that decision. Mr. McMullen will fight passionately for whoever he is representing and leave no stone unturned to get a favorable decision for the person he is representing. If your case goes to trial, he makes sure you are ready and completely at ease with all that is required of you during the trial. As you can tell, I am very satisfied in the way our case was handled by Mr. McMullen and would recommend him to anyone.

Posted by Michelle | June 29, 2015 | Mesothelioma & Asbestos

Stop searching for an attorney- you've found the best at Jacobs O'Hara McMullen

Where do you start? How about FAMILY. In 2009 two days before my dad's 65th birthday he was diagnosed with mesothelioma. In 2010 we met this young attorney from Texas, JD McMullen. My father wasn't sure he even deserved or wanted an attorney. He was just a hard working steamfitter who had gotten sick.... We met JD and my dad instantly said "I like that kid". After a few meetings and LONG talks about life after a meso diagnosis, work history, what we should do next, etc "kid" became "son". JD and his colleagues put their hearts and souls in to our case. JD later earned the nickname "My Bulldog From Texas". He guided us through every step from depositions, pre-trial, trial and post-trial. He made us feel like we were his ONLY clients. Hard work, dedication, endless hours, lots of emotion...JD McMullen simply became FAMILY. If you need someone who cares, who has the experience, who will be your "bulldog"...call Jacobs O'Hara McMullen. I personally have never met Ryan Jacobs but Patrick O'Hara and JD McMullen are two of the hardest working dedicated men and we thank God for them. They helped my dad and family through a very difficult time in our lives. We had a very positive outcome from the trial that my dad wasn't even sure he wanted to participate in. When I tell you it wasn't for the money- IT WASN'T FOR THE MONEY. Dad's health rapidly declined and officers of the court suggested he not continue the trial to just go home and die in peace. My dad didn't care if he saw a dime. He wanted to pave the road for the "next poor guy" that got sick from the negligence of simply not warning about the dangers of asbestos exposure to make money "off the backs of the common man" , Dad's case made history in WV and it made history because of the dedication, hard work and determination of JD McMullen and Patrick O'Hara and many others in the support team. We are forever grateful. They will treat you like family and fight for you until the bitter end.

Posted by Amelia | June 29, 2015 | Probate

Need Help ! Here's Your Guy

J.D McMullen is a very knowledgeable and very professional about his work and will treat you like you are family. He has kept us informed of each step being taken on our case when my husband passed away . He was there for me and my daughter , being very caring and supportive , he not only has been ou...r lawyer but a great and helpful friend. If I ever needed legal help I would trust him completely .

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J. D. McMullen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Taylor Nuttall

Wrongful death lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"J.D. is an excellent attorney and staunch advocate for his clients. The best endorsement I could give is this - if I needed a personal injury attorney, I wouldn't hesitate to hire J.D. to represent me."

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Kenneth Rhodes

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Over the last ten(10) years or so, I have defended several wrongful death product liability cases filed by Mr. McMullen. In these cases, he provided diligent, thorough, aggressive and professional representation to his clients. Mr. McMullen possesses high legal abilities and his respected by his peers in the legal community. He is a tremendous asset to the legal community and his clients."

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Scott McGee

Mesothelioma and asbestos lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"JD and I have been co-counsel for years. JD is a compassionate, caring attorney who goes above and beyond for his clients. He digs and makes sure that his clients receive all of the compensation that they deserve. JD is a true advocate and an outstanding lawyer."

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Nathaniel Dudley

Litigation lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. In my experience, I have found JD to be an outstanding attorney and a formidable opponent. He clearly has his client's best interests at heart and is a determined advocate on their behalf."

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Jordan Faulk

Litigation lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"J.D. is a great lawyer and highly skilled in the litigation arena."

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Stephanie Taylor

Mesothelioma and asbestos lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. McMullen is one of the best attorneys that I have had the pleasure of working with. I have worked with him on several matters, and every time, he vigorously represents his clients. He is able to investigate a case, and find products and companies to sue, that most attorneys would overlook. When Mr. McMullen works on a case, he gets more money for his clients than other attorneys would with the exact same case. This is due to his work ethic, and the fact that he is does not give up until the companies that hurt his clients are brought to justice."

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William Rustam

Mesothelioma and asbestos lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. JD is conscientious and works hard to represent his clients."

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Lindsey Cheek

Litigation lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. He is very dedicated to his clients, respected by his peers, and a leader in his community."

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Ryan Jacobs

Mesothelioma and asbestos lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"JD is an excellent attorney. The compassion and dedication that he has for this practice and his clients is unparalleled. JD is a true advocate for his clients."

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M. Clay Fostel

Litigation lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Voss

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse JD McMullen, who is a well respected, first-rate and ethical attorney."

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Mark Bratt

Mesothelioma and asbestos lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"JD is one of the best and brightest lawyers I have ever worked with. The time and attention he pays to his client's cases is unmatched. He turns good cases into great cases. Anyone in need of an attorney would be lucky to have JD represent them."

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Shane Boasberg

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Great guy! Great attorney! You won't be disappointed when you hire him:)"

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C. Campbell

Mesothelioma and asbestos lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"JD is one of the hardest working attorneys I've had the pleasure of working with. His clients all loved him and appreciated the care he took with their cases. I highly recommend this attorney."

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George Fleming

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. JD works hard; is talented; and has integrity-- all desirable qualities in a lawyer."

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Robert Adams

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Randall Bullock

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is a hard-working lawyer who always goes to bat for his clients."

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Stephanie Sanders

Litigation lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is highly skilled and well respected within the community."

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Patrick O'Hara

Personal injury lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"I highly recommend JD McMullen. JD works hard for his clients and cares deeply for them. He routinely gets settlements for clients that are higher than average because of his great work."

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Lindsey Cheek

Mesothelioma and asbestos lawyer

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Ryan Jacobs

Wrongful death lawyer

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Patrick O'Hara

Personal injury lawyer

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Andrew Voss

Defective and dangerous products lawyer

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Shane Boasberg

Car accident lawyer

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Mark Bratt

Mesothelioma and asbestos lawyer

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Stephanie Sanders

Personal injury lawyer

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C. Campbell

Personal injury lawyer

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Randall Bullock

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Top Lawyers, Houstonia Magazine

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2005

Academic Merit Scholar, South Texas College of Law

2005

The Dean's Citizenship Award, South Texas College of Law

2004

Academic Merit Scholar, South Texas College of Law

2004

Outstanding Officer Award, South Texas College of Law

2003

Academic Merit Scholar, South Texas College of Law

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Owner, McMullen Law Firm

2014 - 2017

Partner, Jacobs O'Hara McMullen, PC

2006 - 2014

Associate, Lanier Law Firm

2005 - 2006

Attorney, Fleming & Associates

Associations

2015 - Present

Public Justice

Committee Member

2007 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2007 - Present

Texas Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2007 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Houston Young Lawyers Association

Member

2005 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

2004 - 2005

South Texas College of Law Student Bar Association

President

1999 - 2001

Silver Spurs - University of Texas

Bevo Handler

1997 - 2001

Kappa Alpha - University of Texas

Vice President

Education

2005

South Texas College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Texas

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Talc & Ovarian Cancer: State Of The Science And Litigation Causation & Ovarian Cancer Tumor Types

2016

Talc & Other Unique Asbestos Exposures Friction Product Exposures

2016

American Association for Justice

Experts & Exposure Profile Changes

2014

U.S. Coast Guard Lightship Sailors Annual Meeting

Asbestos Exposures Experienced by Veterans

Languages

English

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