About John W. Hodges
John W. Hodges Jr. earned his law degree at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, receiving his J.D. in 2011 after studying litigation. He built his legal foundation in a classroom known for its practical training and courtroom-oriented curriculum. That background shaped the way he approaches case preparation and courtroom advocacy.
After law school, Hodges began practicing law in Texas. He is admitted to practice in that state and has concentrated his work on contested matters that require litigation skills. Over the years he has handled a range of civil disputes. His courtroom experience includes pretrial motion practice, evidentiary hearings and jury trials.
Colleagues describe him as methodical in his preparation. He favors careful factual development and clear, direct argumentation. These habits developed early in his career and have guided how he manages cases. He is comfortable working through complex procedural issues while keeping an eye on practical outcomes for clients.
Hodges’s work spans multiple stages of litigation. He has taken cases from initial filings through discovery, depositions and trial. He tends to take a hands-on role, working closely with clients to shape strategy and manage expectations. While much of his time is spent in court, he also invests effort in settlement discussions when those offer a realistic path to resolution.
He practices at Hendley & Hodges Law in Texas. The firm handles civil litigation matters in state and federal courts. Hodges’s practice centers on civil litigation and trial work.
