James Bettersworth
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James Bettersworth
Biography
Attorney James S. Bettersworth was raised in Texas. He received his undergraduate degree from Texas Lutheran University. He later went on to obtain his Juris Doctorate from St. Mary’s Law School in 1997, a feat he was able to accomplish in just two-and-a-half years. Upon graduating from St. Mary’s, he became licensed on June 4th, 1998. Since then, he has successfully represented clients in legal matters that pertain to a very wide range of laws. In addition to being licensed to practice in the state of Texas, Mr. Bettersworth is also licensed to practice in the Federal Courts of the Western District of Texas. He also holds a license that allows him to practice in the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals, located in New Orleans and has had the distinct honor of arguing before a judicial panel for the court.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Managing Partenr The Bettersworth Law Firm
Year: Current
Description:
Professional Associations
San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association (2010 - Current)
Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum (2011 - Current)
Million Dollar Advocates Forum (2011 - Current)
Texas State Bar # 24005342 Member (1998 - Current)
Awards
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Elite Lawyer Award- Personal Injury
Elite Lawyer 2018.0
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Board of Trustees
New Braunfels Independent School District 2015.0
Note: 2015-Present
Education
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St. Mary's University School of Law Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Year: 1997
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Texas Lutheran University
Year: 1995
Honors: Undergraduate
Websites
https://www.bettersworthlaw.com
New Braunfels Personal Injury Attorney Website
Bettersworth Law Firm
110 West Faust Street, New Braunfels, TX 78130
(830) 626-1414
136 East San Antonio Street, San Marcos, TX 78666
(830) 626-1414