Atty. Christopher M. Clough

Atty. Christopher M. Clough

Christopher M. Clough joined Barron, Adler, Clough & Oddo, PLLC in 2008 and has been a Managing Partner since 2014.

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About Christopher M. Clough at a glance

Christopher M. Clough is a zoning attorney based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Barron Adler Clough & Oddo PLLC. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar of Texas. Educated at The University of Texas (J.D., 2003) and Columbia University (B.A., 1999). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers (2026). Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Christopher M. Clough joined Barron, Adler, Clough & Oddo, PLLC in 2008 and has been a Managing Partner since 2014
  • Previously, Mr. Clough spent four years with the Transportation Division of the Attorney General’s office, representing the State of Texas predominantly in eminent domain matters
  • He focuses on major road projects throughout the state and other major land use cases including such recent cases as AM Peeler Ranch, LLC v
  • San Miguel Electric Cooperative, Inc., and City of Austin v
  • Lonestar Airport Holdings, LLC (the taking of the South Terminal at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport)
  • Mr. Clough serves as condemnation counsel in Texas for numerous institutional clients and nationally traded companies including McDonald’s, H.E.B., Weingarten Realty, Simon Property Group, and Life Storage
  • He has tried a variety of condemnation cases to jury verdict, handled hundreds of special commissioners’ hearings, and has multiple published appellate court decisions
  • Mr. Clough graduated with a B.A. from Columbia University in 1999 and earned a J.D. from the University of Texas School of Law in 2003
  • He serves as a member of the Texas Bar Association and is admitted to practice in the Western District of Texas

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher M. Clough's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher M. Clough handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Land Use & Zoning

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Austin 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

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Where is Christopher M. Clough's law office located?
Christopher M. Clough's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Barron Adler Clough & Oddo PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher M. Clough handle?
Christopher M. Clough focuses on zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did Christopher M. Clough go to law school?
Christopher M. Clough earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 1999).
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What awards or recognition has Christopher M. Clough received?
Christopher M. Clough's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers.

Education

J.D.
The University of Texas
- 2003
B.A.
Columbia University
- 1999

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Texas, State Bar of Texas

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