Overview

Do you want someone who will fight for your rights? Being arrested for a D.W.I. can be one of the most overwhelming experiences. Hire someone that you can trust will treat your case like their own, someone who likes to win. Austin Criminal Defense Attorney James R. Gill is sought after for his concise and accurate information on all levels of the court proceedings. His intense knowledge, solid collaborative relationships with his clients, and strength in preparation, and investigation allows James to succeed case after case.

Personal Biography

James R. Gill was born and raised in South Texas. After graduating high school, James continued on to Southwestern University, on an scholastic/athletic scholarship, where he played soccer for the University. James has always been a team leader and playing collegiate soccer furthered his leadership skills, and desire to win. After consideration, James transferred to the University of Texas where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Government. He continued his post undergraduate work at South Texas College of Law, and The University of Texas. He has also studied at two internationally renowned law schools; The University of Victoria in Wellington New Zealand, and the University of Malta. After completing his J.D. at the University of Texas in 2003 James Gill worked for the civil litigation firm of Kuntz & Miller in Houston, Texas. Not one for sitting behind a desk, James desired more. Mr. Gill relocated back to Austin, Texas where he diligently worked to build his practice. James has a rare drive and ambition that has continued to lead him to success. James R. Gill is a desired and sought after Criminal Defense Lawyer in Austin, Texas. James’ great networking skills, and passion to help others keeps him actively involved in his community.

Undergraduate Education

• Southwestern University: Georgetown, Texas 1996-1997
• University of Texas: Austin, Texas 1998-2000
  

Legal Education

• South Texas College of Law: Houston, Texas 2000-2003
• University of Texas Law: Austin, Texas 2003

Abroad Legal Education

• Victoria University of Wellington: New Zealand - 2001
• University of Malta: Malta - 2003

Continuing Education

• 10/21/05 Trial Strategy Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• 10/28/05 Developing Trial Theme
• 1/12/07 Trial Tactics Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• 1/26/07 Defense Trial Tactics to Win a DWI
• 1/23/07 Breath Test Case: The Center for American and International Law
• 2/02/07 Case Preparation Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Professional Memberships

• ACDLA - Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• TCDLA - Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• YMBL- Young Men’s Business League