About James Richard Ketchum

James has been practicing law since 2003 with a focus on real estate, corporate, and business transactions.

He regularly represents:

Real estate owners, developers, and investors in all aspects of buying, financing, developing, leasing, managing, and selling commercial real property, including: unimproved land; office and industrial/warehouse buildings; retail shopping centers; multifamily apartment projects; hospitality buildings; medical facilities such as medical office buildings, ambulatory surgery centers, and urgent care centers; residential subdivision and mixed-use development projects; as well as environmentally challenged properties. In addition, he regularly assists with property management agreements, brokerage agreements, and all forms of property service agreements.

Principals and other participants in general corporate and commercial matters, including the selection and formation of legal entities, such as corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, and joint ventures, and the creation and negotiation of the governing documents that govern such entities, such as the by-laws, operating agreements, partnership agreements, joint venture agreements, and other related agreements, including shareholder agreements, buy-sell agreements, consulting agreements, distribution agreements, equipment leases, franchise agreements, and license agreements, and executive compensation arrangements.

Businesses in all aspects of commercial transactions, including negotiation of agreements and development of standard terms and conditions for the sale of goods and services, contract management, and dispute resolution, including product distribution and licensing, software licensing, marketing alliances, and product development agreements.

James maintains a reputation for finding the right balance between legal issues and his clients business objectives, which allows him to craft efficient, creative, and economical solutions to the issues his clients encounter.

 

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Business Law
Posted by anonymous
September 25, 2019
Hired Attorney James Richard Ketchum

Has taken care of all my legal needs in timely, cooperative, and practical manner ever time I have called on him. 100% satisfied

Real Estate
Posted by anonymous
September 25, 2019
Hired Attorney James Richard Ketchum
Real Estate
Posted by anonymous
September 25, 2019
Hired Attorney James Richard Ketchum

James has been advising me on real estate for several years now. I have referred several of my clients to him and have heard nothing but go things from them. His responsiveness has always impressed me.

Premises Liability
Posted by anonymous
May 08, 2019
Hired Attorney James Richard Ketchum

James was recommended to us by our son. He handled our case quickly and efficiently. We were pleased with the results.

Contracts
Posted by anonymous
May 07, 2019
Hired Attorney James Richard Ketchum

James and his partners are excellent communicators with great view for contracts and how to avoid future problems.

Corporate Law
Posted by anonymous
May 02, 2019
Hired Attorney James Richard Ketchum

Our company has worked with James and the associates in his firm for over 3 years and they have been extremely thorough. I greatly appreciate the multi-faceted approach he and his team employs when addresses our legal matters. they leave no stone un-turned. It give us great confidence that we are well represented.

Business Law
Posted by anonymous
February 13, 2019
Hired Attorney James Richard Ketchum

James have advised me and my husband on some legal matteres and documents. He is very pleasant, trustworthy and an excellent problem solver.

Corporate Law
Posted by anonymous
February 13, 2019
Hired Attorney James Richard Ketchum

James Ketchum is a highly professional, efficient and knowledgeable lawyer that I’m please to give my best recommendation.

Banking Law
Posted by anonymous
December 19, 2018
Hired Attorney James Richard Ketchum

My company has used James to represent us for bank financing. He was a great representative, very knowledgeable, responsive and professional.

Real Estate
Posted by anonymous
December 18, 2018
Hired Attorney James Richard Ketchum

James is a great attorney to work with. Communicates very well and understands complex real estate issues. He was able to execute at a high level during the entire transaction, which had a very short time table. Highly recommend James for your needs.

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Areas of Law

  • Conveyancing
  • Real Estate 3
    • Easements
    • Residential Real Estate
    • Homeowners Association Law
  • Other 36
    • Land Acquisitions
    • Land Sales
    • Mixed Use Development
    • Planned Unit Development Law
    • Property Management
    • Real Estate Acquisitions
    • Real Estate Banking Law
    • Real Estate Contracts
    • Real Estate Development
    • Real Estate Collections
    • Real Estate Finance
    • Real Estate Foreclosure
    • Real Estate Investment
    • Real Estate Joint Ventures
    • Real Estate Leasing
    • Real Estate Partnerships
    • Real Estate Restructuring
    • Real Estate Sales
    • Real Estate Secured Lending
    • Real Estate Title
    • Real Estate Title Examination
    • Real Estate Title Insurance
    • Real Estate Workouts
    • Real Property
    • Real Property Acquisitions
    • Real Property Development
    • Real Property Finance
    • Residential Real Estate Acquisitions
    • Residential Real Estate Development
    • Residential Real Estate Finance
    • Residential Real Estate Foreclosure
    • Right of Way Easements
    • Business
    • Business Transactions
    • Corporate
    • Banking

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas
    2002, Texas
    Memberships
    American Bar Association, Business Law, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Sections
    Houston Bar Association, Commercial and Consumer Law and Real Estate Sections
    State Bar of Texas, Business Law, Health Law and Real Estate, Probate and Trust Law Sections.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    South Texas College of Law
    Class of 2002
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Baylor University
    Class of 1995
    B.B.A.
    Finance and Economics

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Attorneys FAQs

  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    James Richard Ketchum was admitted in 2002 to the State of Texas.
  • Does this attorney maintain a professional presence on any social networks?
    Yes, James Richard Ketchum has a professional profile on LinkedIn.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review rated?
    Yes, James Richard Ketchum has a 4.9 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    James Richard Ketchum attended South Texas College of Law.
  • Does this attorney maintain any other responsibilities in the firm outside of legal work?
    James Richard Ketchum is the Managing Partner of the firm.