Atty. Clara B. Burns

Atty. Clara B. Burns

Ms. Clara B.

El Paso El Paso 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (915) 213-2967 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Clara B. Burns at a glance

Clara B. Burns is a Partner based in El Paso, Texas, practicing at Kemp Smith LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in Texas (1990) and New Mexico U.S. District Court, Western and Northern District of Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth (1994). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 1990) and McMurry College (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Texas State Bar of New Mexico El Paso Bar Association Federal Bar Association Texas Association of Business El Paso Society for Human Resource Management. Serands clients in El Paso, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Clara B. Burns is a lawyer practicing labor and employment
  • Clara received a B.A. degree from McMurry College in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Clara practices at Kemp Smith LLP in El Paso, TX and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Clara B. Burns's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Clara B. Burns handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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 El Paso 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 Clara B. Burns

Where is Clara B. Burns's law office located?
Clara B. Burns's law practice is located in El Paso, Texas. The firm is Kemp Smith LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Clara B. Burns handle?
Clara B. Burns focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Clara B. Burns practiced law?
Clara B. Burns has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Clara B. Burns go to law school?
Clara B. Burns earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Clara B. Burns for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Clara B. Burns received?
Clara B. Burns's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University
- 1990
B.A.
McMurry College
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1990
New Mexico U.S. District Court, Western and Northern District of Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth
Admitted: 1994

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