Atty. Bruce W. Claycombe

Atty. Bruce W. Claycombe

During the four decades of his legal career, Mr. Claycombe has practiced in many areas of law, including: oil and gas, antitrust, securities, bankruptcy, lender liability, trade regulation, and secured lending transactions, with both litigation and transaction experience in those fields.

Addison Addison 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Bruce W. Claycombe at a glance

Bruce W. Claycombe is an Of Counsel based in Addison, Texas, practicing at Geary, Porter & Donovan A Professional Corporation. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, litigation, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1992) and Tennessee (2010). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1974) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Addison, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • During the four decades of his legal career, Mr. Claycombe has practiced in many areas of law, including: oil and gas, antitrust, securities, bankruptcy, lender liability, trade regulation, and secured lending transactions, with both litigation and transaction experience in those fields
  • He has represented borrowers and lenders in real estate and oil and gas lending transactions, buyers and sellers of oil and gas properties and oil and gas companies, and litigants in federal and state, trial and appellate courts
  • He brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to bear on his clients problems, achieving prompt businesslike results whenever possible
  • Awards & Honors AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated Martindale-Hubbell, 1995-2020 Best Lawyers in America Woodward White, 2006-2020 Articles and Publications “Judges and Prosecutors Immunity from Injunctive Relief Under Civil Rights Acts”, 6 Indiana Law Review 801, 1973

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce W. Claycombe's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bruce W. Claycombe handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Addison are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bruce W. Claycombe

Where is Bruce W. Claycombe's law office located?
Bruce W. Claycombe's law practice is located in Addison, Texas. The firm is Geary, Porter & Donovan A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce W. Claycombe handle?
Bruce W. Claycombe focuses on estate planning, business, litigation, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Bruce W. Claycombe practiced law?
Bruce W. Claycombe has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Bruce W. Claycombe go to law school?
Bruce W. Claycombe earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Bruce W. Claycombe for a consultation?
You can contact Bruce W. Claycombe directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Bruce W. Claycombe received?
Bruce W. Claycombe's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law
- 1974
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1992
Tennessee
Admitted: 2010

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