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About Carl E. Gaines at a glance
Carl E. Gaines is a President based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Carl E. Gaines & Associates, LP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on personal injury and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Northern District Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals (1975). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Mr. Carl E. Gaines is a lawyer practicing criminal, personal injury, criminal defense
- Carl has been licensed for 51 years
- Carl practices at Carl E. Gaines & Associates, LP in Dallas, TX
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Carl E. Gaines is one of 190,900 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Texas →
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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 Dallas 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 venue, 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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