Scott H. James - Waco, TX
Attorney at Cherry Johnson Siegmund James PLLC
Eminent Domain/Condemnation Lawyers in Waco, TX
7901 Fish Pond Road Suite 200 Waco, TX 76710
- Free Consultation
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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24
Years
Experience
Waco Eminent Domain/Condemnation Lawyer
Updated: 03/10/2026
Areas of Practice
- Eminent Domain/Condemnation
- Commercial and Business Litigation
- Real Estate Litigation
- Serious Personal Injury Litigation
- Wrongful Death Litigation
- Oil and Gas Law
Attorney Information
Overview
Scott joined the Cherry Johnson Siegmund James PLLC team after taking a break from the private practice of law to co-found Texas Endurance Sports, LLC d/b/a Bicycle World. During his time as CEO and General Counsel of Texas Endurance Sports, Scott helped lead an expansion that involved the acquisition or opening of seven (7) recreational retail locations throughout the state of Texas. Under his oversight, the company more than doubled its annual gross sales in only nineteen months. His success in the business industry, in addition to having his MBA, gives Scott the practical experience necessary to assist his clients in all aspects of their business litigation and transactional needs.
Scott was also a founding partner of Scanes, Routh & James, LLP where Scott’s legal practice was focused primarily on business litigation, eminent domain/condemnation, real estate litigation, and oil and gas law.
In the courtroom, Scott has handled and tried a wide variety of complex litigation matters on both sides of the docket. His deep expertise in land ownership, land management, and oil and gas law gives him a unique and valuable perspective on the dynamic nature of real estate litigation matters. Scott has fully prosecuted condemnation matters for many Texas landowners. Scott is known by his clients and other attorneys for his energy and tireless work ethic.
Scott graduated from Baylor Law School as the highest-ranking student in his commencement class, having already graduated as the highest ranking student in his MBA commencement class. During his legal career, Scott has been named to the Texas Super Lawyer-Rising Star list eight times (2007-2009, 2011-2015) by Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters service. Scott was also named the McLennan County Young Lawyer of the Year in 2009.
Scott is married to Lee Ann and they have three children: Jonah, Ainsley, and Juliana. Lee Ann is also an accomplished attorney who teaches full-time at Baylor Law School.
Scott is deeply involved in the Greater Waco community. He is proud to currently serve as a Deacon at Harris Creek Baptist Church and as a member of Legacy Outfitters Ministry. Scott is also an accomplished endurance sports athlete having competed in IronMan Galveston 70.3, IronMan Austin 70.3, IronMan Texas, and the IronMan North American Championships.
Scott’s favorite activities include:
- Spending time with his family;
- Coaching his kids in sports;
- Hunting;
- Fishing;
- Land management; and
- Competing in triathlons, marathons, and other endurance races.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Selected to Texas Super Lawyers – Rising Stars list by Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters service, 2007-2009, 2011-2015
- McLennan County Young Lawyer of the Year- 2009 as selected by the McLennan County Young Lawyers Association
Other Sources of Feedback About Scott H. James
Included on the 2015 Texas Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2014 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2013 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2012 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2011 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2009 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2008 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2007 Texas Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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Baylor University School of Law,
Waco,
Texas
J.D.
Honors: magna cum laude
Honors: - Highest Ranking student in commencement class
Honors: - National Mock Trial Competitor
Honors: - Order of the Barristers
Law Review: Baylor Law Review, Executive Editor
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Baylor University School of Law,
Waco,
Texas
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Non Legal Education
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University of Texas at Dallas,
Dallas,
Texas
M.B.A.
Honors: magna cum laude
Honors: - Highest Ranking student in commencement class -
Baylor University,
Waco,
Texas
B.A.
Major: Telecommunications - Film and Media
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University of Texas at Dallas,
Dallas,
Texas
Current Employment Position(s)
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Attorney
Classes and Seminars
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“Litigating Terms and Values for Easements and Condemnation”, Key Note speaker at Magnolia, Arkansas Landowner’s Conference
- Speaker at 6th Timberland Investment World Summit – New York City
Pro Bono Activities
- Harris Creek Baptist Church, Deacon and Life Group Leader
- Legacy Outfitters, Inc., Legal Counsel to National Board of Directors , 2003 - 2014
- Legacy Outfitters, Inc., Leadership team and Committee Member , 2003 - 2012
- American Red Cross Board Member , 2002 - 2005
- Waco Triathlon Club, Board of Directors – Past Vice-President
- Waco Sports Commission – Exploratory Committee and Advisory Board
Bar Admissions
- Texas
- U.S. District Court Western District of Texas
Other Affiliations
- State Bar of Texas, 2002 - Present
- Texas Bar Fellow
- American Bar Association
- Waco-McLennan County Bar Association
- Waco-McLennan County Young Lawyers Association (past member)
- Director of Region 12/Central Texas High School Mock Trial Tournament (2007-2009)
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Contact
7901 Fish Pond Road
Suite 200
Waco, TX 76710
Phone: 254-633-3011
Fax: 866-627-3509
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.cjsjlaw.com/
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