also known as James Paul Gaines
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Chat withState: Texas
Acquired: 2011
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025
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Posted by Janet | February 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Lifelong client
I have used James Gaines since 2017. If I could leave one million stars here, I would. His attention to detail, creative thinking, incredible respect in the community, communication skills, clarity, vast knowledge in his industry, humbleness, and his reputation of being true to his word, all make Mr....
Posted by Brentt | February 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Magic
Hiring Gaines Law to represent me was literally the best decision I made. I searched around multiple times trying to find the perfect attorney and I found their firm! I am so happy with the outcome and everything his team has done for me. Rachel in the office is hands down the GREATEST at what she do...
Posted by Jane | February 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Thorough and good
They asked questions. About individuals, and back history. What you would like to have done. Then broke everything down step by step. Then went over everything again to make sure it was the way you wanted. Even added things that you hadn't thought about. They were quite thorough. They were quite plea...
Posted by Bill | February 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Thanks!
They have helped me out every time I've needed them. I now need to say more so that I can reach the character limit - I love these guys. Recommended!
Posted by Malcom | February 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Easy peezy
I definitely recommend Mr. Gaines. I paid an affordable amount for the service and no court fee. My attorney James was very nice and explained the process while in court. Most importantly he made me feel comfortable. My case (traffic ticket violation) was dismissed and I was able to leave within an h...
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.
Fully Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2025
updated on 12/16/2025Fully 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.
Fully Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2024
updated on 12/02/2024Fully 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.
Fully Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2024
updated on 08/15/2024Fully 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.
Fully Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2024
updated on 08/15/2024Fully 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.
Partially Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2024
updated on 06/13/2024Partially Probated Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. When the attorney returns to practice, he or she will be on probation, meaning the State monitors the attorney's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
2020
2019 JD Supra Readers' Choice, JD Supra
2020
Life Science Star, LMG
2020
“Go-To Law Firm for the Top 500 Companies”, American Lawyer Media
2019
34th Intellectual Property Law Conference - Speaker, ABA
2018
Best Mid-Size Firms to Work For, Vault
2011 - Present
Attorney at Law, James Gaines, Attorney
2011 - 2012
Clerk, Clerkship
2011 - Present
American Bar Association, Intellectual Property Law Section
2011 - 2016
Intellectual Property Society
N/A
2019
Role of IP in Innovation Economy
2014
English