Atty. Charles Lamar Drayden

Atty. Charles Lamar Drayden

Mr. Charles Lamar Drayden is a lawyer practicing contract & transactional, bankruptcy, commercial litigation and 7 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles Lamar Drayden at a glance

Charles Lamar Drayden is a trusts, contracts, probate, business, and real estate attorney based in Houston, Texas. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals US Supreme Court (1988). Educated at Thurgood Marshall School of Law (J.D., 1986) and Rice University (B.A. Texas, 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Charles Lamar Drayden is a lawyer practicing contract & transactional, bankruptcy, commercial litigation and 7 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.A. degree from Rice University in 1980, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Charles practices in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Charles Lamar Drayden's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles Lamar Drayden handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Contracts

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Probate

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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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 Houston 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 Charles Lamar Drayden

Where is Charles Lamar Drayden's law office located?
Charles Lamar Drayden's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles Lamar Drayden handle?
Charles Lamar Drayden focuses on trusts, contracts, probate, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Charles Lamar Drayden practiced law?
Charles Lamar Drayden has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Charles Lamar Drayden go to law school?
Charles Lamar Drayden earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A. Texas, 1980).
How can I contact Charles Lamar Drayden for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Charles Lamar Drayden received?
Charles Lamar Drayden's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Thurgood Marshall School of Law
- 1986
B.A. Texas
Rice University
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals US Supreme Court
Admitted: 1988

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