Whalen Law Office Named Tier 1 in Dallas–Fort Worth for Criminal Defense: White-Collar in the 2026 Best Law Firms®
Whalen Law Office has been recognized as Tier 1 in Dallas–Fort Worth for Criminal Defense: White-Collar in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms® (United States). Published by BL Rankings, the Best Law Firms results are based on client and lawyer evaluations and peer review. We appreciate this recognition and remain focused on delivering careful, strategic defense in complex federal and state matters.
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Author Bio
James P. Whalen
James P. Whalen is the managing attorney and founder of Whalen Law Office, a Texas criminal defense firm offering personalized legal representation for various federal criminal charges. With a commitment to providing comfort and guidance during challenging times, Mr. Whalen serves as both an attorney and counselor to his clients, helping them navigate their cases while striving to restore normalcy to their lives.
In an inherently unbalanced criminal justice system, Mr. Whalen takes on cases with unwavering dedication. With decades of legal experience, he offers representation across various criminal charges, including white-collar crimes, violent crimes, drug charges, and more. Mr. Whalen’s numerous accolades, including Super Lawyer recognition and board certification in Criminal Appellate Law and Criminal Law, reflect his unwavering commitment to ethical and high-quality legal representation.