About Mr. James M. Ardoin III

Some attorneys build their careers by avoiding the courtroom; I built mine by winning in it.

I am Jimmy Ardoin, the principal attorney and founder of Jimmy Ardoin & Associates, PLLC in Houston, Texas. I am a trial lawyer who handles high-stakes, complex litigation across three main arenas: plaintiff’s personal injury, commercial civil litigation, and white-collar criminal defense.

When clients come to me, they are usually facing the most critical juncture of their lives or businesses. My philosophy is simple: I treat every case as a battle that must be won. I approach the law with an aggressive, strategic, and unrelenting mindset, serving as an unyielding guardian of my clients' rights, assets, and freedom.

A Record of High-Stakes Victories

I do not back down from formidable opponents or complex disputes. My readiness to take a case all the way to a jury translates into real power at the negotiating table and massive victories in the courtroom. Recently, this aggressive trial strategy culminated in a $10 million verdict ($5 million in actual damages and $5 million in punitive damages) in a highly contested multimillion-dollar business dispute.

My Core Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation & Outside General Counsel: I represent businesses as both plaintiffs and defendants in complex commercial disputes. Beyond the courtroom, I frequently serve as outside general counsel for Texas businesses, providing the strategic foresight and aggressive protection needed to shield them from liability and foster growth.

Plaintiff's Personal Injury: When an individual suffers a catastrophic injury due to someone else's negligence, the playing field is rarely level. I bring the same heavyweight corporate litigation tactics to personal injury cases, fighting relentlessly to ensure insurance companies and massive corporations are held fully accountable.

White-Collar Criminal Defense: In the white-collar arena, your reputation and your freedom are simultaneously under attack. I provide a formidable, discreet, and highly tactical defense against complex federal and state allegations.

My Commitment to You

I understand that navigating the legal system is daunting, especially when everything is on the line. I pride myself on not just being a hired gun, but a strategic partner to my clients. You will get straight talk, clear strategies, and a legal advocate who will out-work and out-maneuver the opposition.

If you are facing a critical legal challenge in Texas, you need a proven fighter in your corner. Contact my office today, and let's get to work.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Litigation
  • Personal Injury
  • Other 4
    • Corporate Compliance & White Collar Defense
    • Environmental: Enforcement
    • Federal crime
    • Criminal Defense

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2004, Texas
    Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals
    Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals
    Texas Eastern District Court
    Texas Northern District Court
    Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court
    Texas Western District Court
    Memberships

    State Bar of Texas
    National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
    Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association
    Houston Bar Association
    American Bar Association
    Houston Young Lawyers Association

  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    South Texas College of Law
    Class of 2004
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Texas at Austin
    Class of 2000
    B.A.
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1978
    Baton Rouge, Louisiana, April 17, 1978

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