Attorney Profile

James B. McGuire

Assistant City Attorney

Litigation Division, General Litigation Section

James joined the Dallas City Attorney's office in 2011. James concentrates his practice in environmental litigation, transactions, and compliance. His scientific training and background in geology give him a unique perspective on the legal issues facing the City of Dallas.

Education

• J.D. - Emory University School of Law
• M.S. Geological Sciences - The University of Texas at Austin
• B.S. Earth and Ocean Sciences - Duke University
• A.B. English - Duke University
  

Affiliations & Activities

• Member, Dallas Bar Assocciation, Environmental Law Section
• Member, Society of Economic Geologists
• Admitted to the State Bar of Texas, November 2006
• United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
• United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
• United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas
• United States District Court for the Western District of Texas
  

Prior Experience

• Associate, Locke Lord LLP, Dallas, Texas (2006-2011)
• Student Attorney, Turner Environmental Law Clinic, Atlanta, Georgia (2005-2006)