James Lee Bright

James Lee Bright serves as Of Counsel and is widely recognized for his distinguished career in criminal defense. With more than 25 years of legal experience, he has represented clients in thousands of cases, ranging from misdemeanor charges to complex federal trials. His courtroom presence and legal strategy have earned him national recognition and consistent client trust.

James earned his Bachelor of Arts in History and German from Hampden-Sydney College in 1993. He received his Juris Doctor from the University of Tennessee College of Law in 1996 and later completed an LL.M. in International Law at SMU’s Dedman School of Law in 2003. During his LL.M. studies, he was a Phi Delta Phi honor fraternity member and also served as a visiting professor at the University of Maria Curie-Skłodowska in Poland.

Licensed to practice law in Texas since 1997, James is admitted to all four U.S. District Courts in Texas, the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. A leader in the criminal defense community, he serves as President of the Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and is actively involved in the Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the Texas Independent Bar Association.

James Lee Bright has handled high-stakes federal cases throughout his career, including a prominent three-month trial in the District of Columbia that brought him national attention. He is especially noted for his expertise in federal criminal defense, a field requiring deep legal knowledge and exceptional litigation skills.

James continues to be a powerful advocate for his clients, offering unwavering defense and strategic guidance in the most challenging legal battles.

Law Office Affiliations

• Of Counsel, Deandra Grant Law
• Member, State Bar of Texas
• Member, Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• Member, Texas Independent Bar Association

Licensed State

• Texas

Education

• Dedman School of Law
  L.L.M.
• University of Tennessee College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Hampden-Sydney College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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