
Regulatory Defense Lawyer in Pearland, Texas
At the Law Office of James Zier, P.C., we represent individuals and businesses who are — or anticipate being — the subject of inquiries or investigations by federal, state, or local regulatory agencies and law enforcement authorities.
Prior to returning to private practice, James Zier served as an enforcement attorney at the Texas State Securities Board headquarters. There, he led investigations into securities fraud and a range of white-collar crimes including theft, embezzlement, misapplication of fiduciary property, forgery, money laundering, securing execution of documents by deception, and various types of fraud — including mail, wire, and bank fraud, as well as interstate transportation of stolen property.

Regulatory Defense Lawyer in Pearland, Texas

At the Law Office of James Zier, P.C., we represent individuals and businesses who are — or anticipate being — the subject of inquiries or investigations by federal, state, or local regulatory agencies and law enforcement authorities.
Prior to returning to private practice, James Zier served as an enforcement attorney at the Texas State Securities Board headquarters. There, he led investigations into securities fraud and a range of white-collar crimes including theft, embezzlement, misapplication of fiduciary property, forgery, money laundering, securing execution of documents by deception, and various types of fraud — including mail, wire, and bank fraud, as well as interstate transportation of stolen property.

Mr. Zier has extensive experience working with a wide array of governmental and regulatory bodies, including the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA), U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), IRS–Criminal Investigations, U.S. Postal Inspectors, state Attorneys General, Assistant U.S. Attorneys (AUSAs), District Attorneys (DAs), court-appointed receivers, and securities regulators across other states and countries. This broad network has given Mr. Zier valuable insight into the enforcement landscape, as well as strong professional relationships throughout Texas and across the United States.
Mr. Zier has extensive experience working with a wide array of governmental and regulatory bodies, including the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA), U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), IRS–Criminal Investigations, U.S. Postal Inspectors, state Attorneys General, Assistant U.S. Attorneys (AUSAs), District Attorneys (DAs), court-appointed receivers, and securities regulators across other states and countries.

This broad network has given Mr. Zier valuable insight into the enforcement landscape, as well as strong professional relationships throughout Texas and across the United States.
Having been on the other side of the table, Mr. Zier uses his insider perspective to help clients navigate government investigations with confidence and precision. He has successfully defended individuals and companies facing a wide range of administrative, civil, and criminal allegations.
With firsthand knowledge of how regulatory and enforcement agencies build cases, Mr. Zier is uniquely positioned to identify legal weaknesses in the government’s approach. If you have been contacted by a regulator — even under the pretense of a “routine inquiry” or request for “routine information” — it is critical to consult with an attorney immediately. What appears to be a minor request can quickly evolve into a serious legal matter.
Mr. Zier is committed to providing strategic, aggressive representation to protect your rights and your future.

Having been on the other side of the table, Mr. Zier uses his insider perspective to help clients navigate government investigations with confidence and precision. He has successfully defended individuals and companies facing a wide range of administrative, civil, and criminal allegations.
With firsthand knowledge of how regulatory and enforcement agencies build cases, Mr. Zier is uniquely positioned to identify legal weaknesses in the government’s approach. If you have been contacted by a regulator — even under the pretense of a “routine inquiry” or request for “routine information” — it is critical to consult with an attorney immediately. What appears to be a minor request can quickly evolve into a serious legal matter.
Mr. Zier is committed to providing strategic, aggressive representation to protect your rights and your future.
Contact us 24/7 to schedule an initial consultation at (281) 485-3377.
Contact us 24/7 to schedule an initial consultation at (281) 485-3377.




