
James L. Ware, Business Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 51 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Environmental, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatPappas Grubbs Price PC
Houston, TX
Practicing business in Houston since 1975.
- 51+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 6
- Bar admissions
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James L. Ware is a shareholder based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Environmental, and General. James has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pappas Grubbs Price PC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 51 years
- Known for
- Business · Environmental · General
- Handles Business, Environmental, and General matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 51 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About James L. Ware: James L. Ware is a shareholder based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Environmental, and General. James has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pappas Grubbs Price PC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by James L. Ware
James concentrates on business, environmental, general, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case James handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Environmental
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General
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Slip & Fall
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Business cases in Houston, Texas
James takes business matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Houston, Texas
James takes environmental matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
General cases in Houston, Texas
James takes general matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Houston, Texas
James takes litigation matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Houston, Texas
James takes personal injury matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
Biography
About James L. Ware — Over 51 years of Texas business experience
James L. Ware is a shareholder based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Environmental, and General. James has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pappas Grubbs Price PC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. James L. Ware is a lawyer practicing personal injury, products liability, environmental law and 6 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years. James practices at Pappas Grubbs Price PC in Houston, TX and 1 other location.
James's approach to business cases
Mr. James L. Ware is a lawyer practicing personal injury, products liability, environmental law and 6 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years. James practices at Pappas Grubbs Price PC in Houston, TX and 1 other location.
The kind of cases James takes
James reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, environmental, and general matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
James L. Ware's legal education and bar admissions
University of Texas
J.D. · 1975
University of Texas at Austin
B.A. · 1972
Jurisdictions
James's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1998 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1991 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1984 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1978 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1976 · ACTIVE
Texas
1975 · ACTIVE
James studied at J.D. in University of Texas and B.A. in University of Texas at Austin.
Law school and academic background
James completed J.D. in University of Texas and B.A. in University of Texas at Austin. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice James runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of James L. Ware
James has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
James's professional memberships and bar associations
Galveston County and Harris County Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Texas Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel Litigation Counsel of America
membership
Sustaining Life Fellow
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Texas Bar Foundation
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Locations
James L. Ware's office in Houston
James's primary office is at 909 Fannin Street, Suite 2500, Houston, TX, 77010-1003. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Pappas Grubbs Price PC
909 Fannin Street, Suite 2500
Houston, TX 77010-1003
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Client reviews of James L. Ware — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of James. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Houston.
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How to hire James L. Ware — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with James usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
James charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain James's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; James will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Houston, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for James
James discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. James confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
James's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about James L. Ware
How much does it cost to hire James for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. James walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does James offer a free consultation?
James charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain James's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check James's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Texas typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. James gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can James take my case if I'm outside Houston?
James is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — James will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with James?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. James will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is James accepting new business clients right now?
James's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Houston, Dallas and Austin in Texas
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