About John R.
John R. Setzer earned a law degree from Texas A&M University School of Law after completing undergraduate studies in finance at Texas Tech University, where he received a B.B.A. in 2000. He returned to North Texas to establish a practice that reflects both his legal training and his roots in the region. His academic background gave him a grounding in business and finance before he turned to the law, and that combination of skills has shaped the practical approach he brings to client matters.
In 2016 Setzer launched Setzer Law Office PLLC. That same year he joined several local bar groups, including the Tarrant County Bar Association, the Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and the Tarrant County Family Law Bar Association. Those memberships are active and have been listed since 2016. He is licensed to practice in Texas and operates from a Southlake office, where he manages client intake, case preparation and courtroom work.
Setzer’s practice draws on his education in finance and his legal training. He handles matters in areas represented by his bar association memberships: criminal defense and family law. He works on cases that require negotiating settlements, preparing pleadings, and representing clients at hearings and trials. He also advises clients on procedural matters and the practical implications of various legal strategies.
Colleagues describe him as a lawyer who prefers clear, direct communication. He tends to frame legal issues in straightforward terms so clients can make informed decisions. In court he focuses on the facts and the applicable law, aiming to present his client’s position in a concise, organized way. Outside the courtroom he spends time on case preparation and client counseling, often prioritizing the paperwork and detail work that precedes hearings and trial dates.
Setzer’s professional affiliations keep him connected to the local legal community. His memberships in Tarrant County groups expose him to developments in criminal and family law practice and provide a forum for exchange with other lawyers. He maintains an office in Southlake where he meets with clients and conducts day-to-day practice operations.
As of 2026 he continues to practice law in Texas through Setzer Law Office PLLC, handling criminal defense and family law matters from his Southlake office.
