Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Austin, TX · 54+ Years Experience
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About Clarence E. Reed at a Glance
Clarence E. Reed is a personal injury, business, litigation, and energy attorney based in Austin, Texas. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in Texas (1972), Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court (1986), and Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals (1997). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1972) and Rice University (B.A., 1968). Serves clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Clarence E. Reed
- Mr. Clarence E. Reed is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, oil, gas and 4 other areas of law
- Clarence received a B.A. degree from Rice University in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Clarence practices in Austin, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Clarence E. Reed's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Clarence E. Reed handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Austin.
Personal Injury in Austin
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.
Clarence E. Reed is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →
Business & Corporate Law in Austin
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Clarence E. Reed is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →
Civil Litigation in Austin
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Clarence E. Reed is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →
Energy & Utilities Law in Austin
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
Clarence E. Reed is one of 35,985 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Austin
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 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.
Austin Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Austin-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Austin Choose Clarence E. Reed
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Clarence E. Reed's practice in the field of personal injury, business, litigation, and energy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Clarence E. Reed brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas, Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court, and Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, Clarence E. Reed can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and litigation, Clarence E. Reed can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Austin
A Austin-based practice means Clarence E. Reed attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Clarence E. Reed Handles in Austin
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Clarence E. Reed has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Clarence E. Reed directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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