About James Walter

James Walter Piper is a seasoned family law attorney based in Austin, Texas. He has been practicing law since 1974, focusing primarily on family law matters, including divorce and child custody cases. He is board-certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction he has held since 1988. Mr. Piper earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Texas at Austin in 1974 and his Bachelor of Business Administration from Baylor University in 1971. He began his legal career as a civil litigator before dedicating himself to family law. Over the years, he has represented clients, including teachers, police officers, celebrities, and politicians. In 2009, Mr.

Piper co-founded Piper Burnett Turner Bollier Miller, PLLC, a law firm specializing in family law. The firm is located at 6034 W — Courtyard Dr., Suite 140, Austin, TX 78730. In 2017, he transitioned to an "Of Counsel" role at Walters Gilbreath, PLLC, where he continues to handle complex family law cases. Throughout his career, Mr. Piper has been recognized for his expertise and dedication. He has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America from 2016 to 2020 and selected for the Texas Super Lawyers list every year from 2011 to 2020. In 2017, he was named one of the 50 Best Lawyers in Central and West Texas by Thomson Reuters. Mr.

Piper is an active member of several professional organizations, including the State Bar of Texas, the Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists. The Texas College of Trial Advocacy. He has also served as a frequent lecturer and speaker on family law matters, sharing his extensive knowledge with peers and the community. With over five decades of experience, James Walter Piper remains a respected figure in Texas family law, committed to providing thoughtful, prompt. Compassionate representation to his clients. **Sources:** - - - **Disclaimer:** The information provided is based on publicly available sources and may not reflect the most current details. For the latest information, please consult the State Bar of Texas or the attorney's official website. **Found Data:** ```json { "bar_number": "16020300", "bar_admission_year": "1974", "license_status": "Active", "death_date": null, "firm_name": "Walters Gilbreath, PLLC", "case_types": "Family Law, Divorce, Child Custody", "legal_stages": "Litigation, Trial", "courts": [ { "court_name": "U.S.

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Education

University of Texas - Austin

J.D.

1974

Baylor University

B.B.A.

1971

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Accepted Jurisdictions

Texas

Types of Cases Handled

family law

Certifications & Awards

Family Law

Texas State Bar

Board-Certified

Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization,

Professional Associations

Texas College of Trial Advocacy

has membership Current

Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists

Current

Travis County Family Law Advocates

Current

State Bar of Texas

Current

Family Law Section Austin Bar Association

Current

Williamson County Bar Association

Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 6034 W Courtyard Drive Suite 140 Austin TX 78730