Attorney James P. Roberts

“I take pride in, and frankly believe I have the duty, to fight for my clients against the constant injustice they face at the hands of police and government actors.”

James P. Roberts

Civil Rights Attorney

Bio

James is a trial attorney who has dedicated his career to fighting injustice. After practicing for years in criminal defense, he has focused his practice area on civil rights so that he can fight back to protect his clients from government abuse and overreach. His commitment to guiding clients through difficult times and legal journeys, as well as his years of experience and passion for fighting challenging legal issues head on, make him an invaluable part of the Palmer Perlstein legal team.

James started his career at the Colorado State Public Defender’s office where he handled all levels of criminal cases ranging from DWI to Sex Crimes and Homicide. After being disgusted by the constant violations of his clients’ rights, this valuable experience prompted him to dedicate his professional career to protecting the rights, freedoms, and futures of his clients whose constitutional rights have been violated.

James and his wife moved back home to Texas, where he joined Palmer Perlstein and has been fighting against civil rights violations in federal courts around the nation.

On weekends, James can be found hanging out with his family and cheering on the Texas Longhorns, Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers, and Dallas Mavericks.

Awards

Credentials

Licenses

State Courts

Colorado State Bar, 2013
Supreme Court of Texas, 2017
State Bar of California, 2023
Utah State Bar, 2024

Federal Appellate Courts

Supreme Court of the United States, 2024
U.S. Court Of Appeals, Tenth Circuit, admitted 2022
U.S. Court Of Appeals, Eighth Circuit, 2021
U.S. Court Of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, admitted 2019

Federal District Courts

U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas, 2018
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, 2018
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, 2018
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, 2018
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas, 2021
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Arkansas, 2021
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma, 2024
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Oklahoma, 2019
U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado, 2020
U.S. District Court for the District of Utah, 2024

Education

J.D. with Distinction & Certificate in Advocacy
- University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento, CA
B.S. in Advertising
- University of Texas in Austin, TX

Speaking Engagements

Colorado Office of the State Public Defender Annual Conference September 2023
Let’s get offensive. How Civil Rights lawsuits can help your clients.

Western Trial Lawyers Annual Summer Conference June 2023
That sounds like a case… but is it? How to recognize a viable Section 1983 claim.

Mesa County Colorado Public Defender’s Office October 2022
Section 1983 Cases for Criminal Defense Attorneys

Ellis County Criminal Defense Association September 2022
Section 1983 Cases for Criminal Defense Attorneys

Collin County Bar Association August 2022
Section 1983 Cases for Non-Civil Rights Attorneys