About
James P. Sadler is a Texas family lawyer at JP Sadler Law, PLLC, with more than 25 years of legal experience. He represents clients across West Texas in divorce, custody, and related family disputes. He handles high-asset divorces, complex property division, visitation, child support, alimony, and Child Protective Services matters. He prepares every case for possible trial while remaining ready to negotiate practical resolutions. His approach reflects compassion, responsiveness, and careful attention to each client’s circumstances.
James earned a B.S. in psychology and history from Texas Tech University. He later received his J.D. from Texas Tech University School of Law. During law school, he served as editor-in-chief of the Texas Tech Law Review. He published an article in the journal and developed strong research, writing, and analytical skills. His education supports detailed advocacy in cases involving financial records, parenting concerns, and significant family transitions.
James addresses the legal and personal challenges connected to separation, divorce, and parenting disputes in his family law practice. He helps clients evaluate marital property, business interests, investments, retirement accounts, income, debts, and other financial concerns. He advocates for parenting arrangements that address custody, visitation, support, and children’s needs. His CPS representation helps parents and families respond to investigations, hearings, and allegations affecting parental rights. He explains available options before pursuing negotiation, litigation, or another suitable strategy.
James P. Sadler previously practiced with Dallas firms before returning to West Texas and establishing his family law practice. He has served as president and director of the Tom Green County Bar Association. His memberships include the State Bar of Texas Family Law Section and the American Bar Association Family Law Section. He is a member of the College of the State Bar of Texas and the Texas Bar Foundation. His trial preparation, negotiation skills, and professional leadership support representation during family law disputes.
Law Office Affiliations
- Attorney, JP Sadler Law, PLLC
- Member, State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section
- Former President, Tom Green County Bar Association
- Member, American Bar Association, Family Law Section
- Member, College of the State Bar of Texas
- Member, Texas Bar Foundation
Licensed State
- Texas
Education
- Texas Tech University, School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - Texas Tech University
BS in Psychology & History
Awards & Badges




- Alimony
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Divorce & Separation
- Mediation & Collaborative Law





