Jack E. Urquhart

Jack E. Urquhart is a highly respected trial and appellate lawyer specializing in civil rights and consumer law. With decades of legal experience, he has successfully represented clients in complex cases at both state and federal levels. His expertise spans personal injury, constitutional law, labor law, and commercial litigation. Mr. Urquhart is licensed in Texas and admitted to practice before multiple federal courts. His strong litigation skills and commitment to justice have made him a trusted advocate for individuals and businesses alike.

Mr. Urquhart earned his J.D. from The University of Texas School of Law in 1973, graduating with high honors and being inducted into the Order of the Coif. He also served as Chairman of the National Trial Competition (1976-78). His undergraduate studies were completed at Williams College, where he received a B.A. in Political Science (1969).

With decades of legal practice, Mr. Urquhart has built a reputation for strategic litigation and appellate advocacy. His career includes serving as a partner and of counsel at various Houston law firms before establishing his independent practice. His experience handling high-stakes cases has taken him from Justice of the Peace courts to the U.S. Supreme Court, where he has advocated for clients in landmark legal matters.

Jack E. Urquhart is a certified mediator with advanced training in family, divorce, and child custody mediation. He has resolved thousands of cases through litigation and alternative dispute resolution, ensuring clients receive fair outcomes. His professional affiliations include the State Bar of Texas, the Houston Bar Association, and the Texas Bar Foundation. He has also chaired the Houston Bar Association’s Professionalism Committee and contributed as a sustaining life fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation.

Recognized for excellence, Mr. Urquhart has been rated AV Preeminent® by Martindale-Hubbell for 35 years and named a Texas Super Lawyer (2005-2015, 2017-2024). His dedication to justice continues to make a lasting impact in the legal field.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Jack E. Urquhart Attorney at Law
• Member, State Bar of Texas
• Member, State of Texas Bar Foundation
• Member, Houston Bar Association
• Life Fellow, Houston Bar Foundation

Licensed State

• Texas

Education

• The University of Texas School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Williams College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Awards & Badges