John Hunter

Working out of Hunter, Lane and Jampala, PLLC, based in San Antonio, Texas, John Hunter focuses on defending individuals who have been charged with criminal offenses. With deep Texas roots, Mr. Hunter takes on cases involving capital murder, bribery, money laundering, sexual assault, federal drug conspiracies, state and federal writs of habeas corpus, and criminal appellate matters.

After completing his Bachelor of Arts in philosophy from The University of Texas at Austin in 2008, Mr. Hunter ventured to Colorado for work. He returned to academia in 2009, enrolling at St. Mary’s University School of Law and secured his Juris Doctor in 2012, subsequently gaining admission to the State Bar of Texas the same year.

During his law school tenure, Mr. Hunter honed his legal skills as a clerk at a prestigious law firm. After graduating, he embarked on a solo career for four years, gaining invaluable experience and insights into the legal profession. His dedication and legal acumen led him to become the senior associate at the same firm where he once clerked, marking a significant milestone in his career in 2016. He has also been rated “Superb” on Avvo.

In 2019, Mr. Hunter co-founded Hunter, Lane and Jampala, PLLC, concentrating on criminal trial litigation, criminal appeals and post-conviction writs of habeas corpus. His experience extends to arguing cases in state appellate courts, the U.S. District Courts for the Western and Northern Districts of Texas, and the United States Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit in New Orleans. He has also prepared appellate briefs for the Supreme Court of the United States showcasing his prowess in high-stakes legal environments.

Mr. Hunter serves as a board member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and is the incoming president of the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. His contributions to the legal community are further exemplified through his role as a contributing author for the LexisNexis Texas Criminal Practice Guide and his frequent lectures at various continuing legal education events. His topics range from the “Law of Charging Instruments in Texas” to “Defending Federal Firearms Offenses.”