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W. James "J.J." McAnelly III

recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2014
Awarded Practice Areas
Energy Law Natural Resources Law Oil and Gas Law
Awarded Practice Areas
Energy Law Natural Resources Law Oil and Gas Law
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W. James "J.J." McAnelly III
Houston, TX
Works at
Bracewell LLP

95 Best Lawyers awards

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Biography

W. James McAnelly III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Energy Law, Natural Resources Law and Oil and Gas Law.

W. James, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2014. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which W. James is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Works at
Bracewell LLP

95 Best Lawyers awards

Bracewell LLP logo

Locations

Education

  • The University of Texas, J.D., graduated 1993

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2025 - Natural Resources Law Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2022 - Energy Law Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2018 - Oil and Gas Law
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Natural Resources Law, Houston (2025)
  • Energy Law, Houston (2022)
  • Oil and Gas Law, Houston (2018)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Energy Law
  • Natural Resources Law
  • Oil and Gas Law

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