John Houston Nix, experienced Criminal Defense, Family Law attorney in Sherman, TX with 18 reviews
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John Houston Nix

514 N Elm St, Sherman, TX

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Laronda

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05 May, 2021
John is very rude and disrespectful. I have actual Text messages where this man was extremely rude to me each time I contacted him,he told me not to call during the day because he be in “trial called him at 5:30 he told me never call him at that time I paid him 4500 upfront then he came back and asked for 1500 more it’s been a yr and nothing not to mention he nor his office has contacted me in months literally, I called them the other day because I had an indictment for the case they working on they didn’t even contact to let me know that nor to let me know I had a warrant.. if I could give a negative I would. also I hired a new attorney because I just lost all trust in this practice he talked real good till he received my money and when I show the bar how he talked to his client and abandoned my case I hope they do something about him I’m planning on taking action to get my money back he did absolutely nothing it was clear he was working against me I just felt like they did me wrong and just took my money and sorry for the run on sentences but I just wanted to add this to every website..”oh I even asked him to call me last week lol I have not received that call yet
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Christal

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01 Feb, 2020
John is an amazing attorney, and even better person! He has represented my family and I with the utmost professionalism, and has never failed us. We appreciate this man beyond anything words could express! Thank you John!
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Daphne

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08 Jul, 2019
John and his staff went above and beyond what I expected. Everything was settled without going to court. Lola was so understanding and caring and appreciate her more than I can ever tell her.
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Highly professional and knowledgeable legal representation
“John Nix and his staff have provided excellent legal defense for a young adult facing multiple charges durin”
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Personable and caring approach to clients
“John is a very personable, thoughtful intelligent person.”
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Effective at achieving favorable outcomes for clients
“Mr. Nix took the time to explain my legal options as well explaining in layman a terms the advantages / risks of going to trial versu settlung case.”
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Responsive and accessible to clients
“The office staff of John Nix are always accessible, always answer the phone, and are kind to work with during stressful situations.”
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Dedicated to fighting for client's best interests
“If your looking for someone who cares about a worthwhile cause John is the guy.”
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Rude and disrespectful communication with clients
“John is very rude and disrespectful. I have actual Text messages where this man was extremely rude to me each time I contacted him.”
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Lack of communication and updates with clients
“it's been a yr and nothing not to mention he nor his office has contacted me in months literally.”

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