John Kinchen
John Kinchen
John Kinchen is a highly respected criminal defense and government investigations attorney, currently affiliated with Smyser Kaplan & Veselka, LLP.
Kinchen has extensive trial experience, having handled high-profile white collar criminal matters and complex commercial litigation cases. Additionally, he honed his trial skills while serving as a federal prosecutor in the Southern District of Texas.
Early Life and Education
John Kinchen was born on July 20, 1942 in Bellville, Texas to James Carlton and Dorothy Lillian Sandford Kinchen.
His father was a machinist and his mother an at-home mother. He attended Lake Worth High School before going on to earn a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Texas.
He settled in the area and pursued a career as a lawyer, eventually being admitted to the bar in 1994.
He is a member of the American Bar Association and adjunct professor at Union University in Jackson, Mississippi. His passion for inspiring students has earned him a place of honor in their hearts; using music as motivation he works to develop programs that foster creativity and innovation.
Professional Career
John Kinchen is an attorney specializing in Criminal Defense: White Collar and Business Litigation. In 2018, John was selected to Super Lawyers by his peers within the Texas legal community.
After serving as a federal prosecutor, John opened his private practice in Houston. He is now the trial lead for commercial and complex litigation cases and offers advice to clients on white collar crime, public corruption cases, and complex corporate law matters.
He spent his twenties serving as youth minister and worship pastor for a small church in Louisiana, where his experiences formed him into an effective leader who could connect with those who weren’t reading scripture or needed guidance and direction. It also taught him patience and consistency when dealing with those who needed him most.
Achievements and Honors
John Kinchen is an attorney who has experience in multiple law firms throughout the US. Additionally, he has authored several books on legal topics.
He has received numerous honors throughout his career. He was recognized for his dedication and contributions to the community.
He has been honored with the Gordon Beaumont Prize for his selflessness and humanitarian concern, as well as for his accomplishments in sports and the arts.
He has a deep-seated passion for music and worship. In his professional career, he has dedicated himself to helping others discover their God-given abilities and gifts, creating programs that benefit both students and community members alike.
Personal Life
Kinchen’s life was one of resiliency and hope. He believed that no matter what challenges came his way, he could always rise above them.
He was a man of integrity and honor, dedicated to his family, church, and profession. With an unwavering belief in the power of education, he strived to help students reach their highest potentials.
He had many hobbies throughout his life, such as ham radio, astronomy, camping and fishing. Additionally, he enjoyed reading and had an unwavering faith in God.
After spending ten years in Orange County, Kinchen returned to Halifax and opened a law office there. He also developed mercantile interests. In 1779 he was elected to the state senate where he took an anti-slavery stance by sponsoring bills for both an academy and reparations for slave owners.
Net Worth
Jonathon Kinchen is an equestrian and real estate investor, estimated to have a net worth of $2 million USD.
John is an expert in commercial litigation and white-collar criminal matters, having successfully defended companies against accusations of corporate misconduct, securities fraud, health care fraud, and environmental crimes. His clients range from energy companies to financial services firms, telecommunications firms, and healthcare providers.
He has represented his clients in a variety of complex business matters, such as mergers and acquisitions, reorganizations, and bankruptcies. Furthermore, he offers advice to his clients regarding earnings warnings and restatements.
Kinchen is the only man to qualify for both of his entries at The Final Table in the National Handicapping Championship. He was champion in 2015 and has gone on to win numerous tournaments since.