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Mr. John S Cossum

About Mr. John S Cossum

Mr. John S Cossum is a lawyer practicing criminal law, federal criminal law, white collar crime and 21 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years. John practices at The Law Offices of John S. Cossum in Houston, TX.

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Litigation
Posted by Katy
April 10, 2025
Hired Attorney

John Cossum is very knowledgeable and easy to reach and work with. He resolved my case in only a few days and at reasonable cost. He kept me updated throughout and returned calls promptly. I would highly recommend him.

DUI/DWI
Posted by Duke
June 21, 2022
Hired Attorney

John has been my family's attorney for almost 18 years and has been dedicated to getting the best outcome possible in which he explains to his clients up front. He’s not the cheapest out there but he’s worth it. More importantly to me, my outcome was well worth it resulting in a dismissal. Don’t be fooled by the cheaper attorneys who send you mass junk mail claiming to be the best.

 
Felonies
Posted by anonymous
June 21, 2022
Hired Attorney

Very good attorney. I would recommend. He is now our family attorney. He has either won or adjudicated the cases with best possible outcomes.

Divorce
Posted by Trey
June 21, 2022
Hired Attorney

John has helped me on several different cases in the last decade or so. He always gives it his all and I have never been disappointed in his representation.

Family Law
Posted by Shawn-Denice
June 20, 2022
Hired Attorney

John has always acted with the utmost integrity. He truly understands and empathises with his clients and knows that the outcome of a case will change lives. He has been my family's attorney for almost 20 years and has been dedicated to getting the best outcome possible with every case he has handled.

DUI/DWI
Posted by Michael
June 20, 2022
Hired Attorney

Very knowledgeable and helpful in all areas of the case, and what was going to be needed and required of me. Prompt response and action to my case. Always on time to my court dates and quick to get the information needed and a plan of action and have me on my way. Willing to take my calls and/or texts at any time and provide constant communication and insight into my case, and regular follow up on my required items and keeping me on track. Would recommend to anyone, very honest, determined, and professional.

 
Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
September 13, 2012
Hired Attorney

Very good lawyer.

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Areas of Law

  • Criminal Law 7
    • Federal Criminal Law
    • Drug Crimes
    • Homicide
    • Sex Crimes
    • Felonies
    • Misdemeanors
    • Expungements
  • White Collar Crime
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Law 1
    • Child Support
  • Other 13
    • Criminal Conspiracy
    • Money Laundering
    • DUI
    • DWI
    • Fraud
    • Wire Fraud
    • Juvenile
    • Violent Crimes
    • International Criminal Law
    • International Child Abduction
    • International Extradition
    • Family
    • Litigation: Commercial

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
    Accepted Credit Cards
    American Express
    MasterCard
    Visa
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Member
    Firm Name
    The Law Offices of John S. Cossum

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1981, Texas
    2012, Arizona
    1981, U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
    Memberships
    Arizona Bar Association
    National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
    American Bar Association
    State Bar of Texas
    Texas Bar Foundation
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Texas at Austin
    Class of 1981
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Vanderbilt University
    Class of 1978
    B.A.
    cum laude
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1956
    Houston, Texas, March 17, 1956

Mr. John S Cossum

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440 Louisiana, Suite 900Houston, TX 77002U.S.A.

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