Administrative & More Attorney · Serving Dallas, TX · 51+ Years Experience
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About Clay E. Crawford at a Glance
Clay E. Crawford is a Member based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Crawford & Jordan LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on real estate, bankruptcy, m&a, and government. Admitted to practice in Texas (1975). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1975) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas. Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Clay E. Crawford
- Mr. Clay E. Crawford is a lawyer practicing administrative, finance, government and 11 other areas of law
- Clay received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Clay practices at Crawford & Jordan LLP in Dallas, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Clay E. Crawford's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Clay E. Crawford handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Dallas.
Real Estate Law in Dallas
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Clay E. Crawford is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Texas →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Dallas
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Clay E. Crawford is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Texas →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Dallas
Clay E. Crawford is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Texas →
Government & Administrative Law in Dallas
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Clay E. Crawford is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Dallas
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.
Dallas Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Dallas-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 Dallas Choose Clay E. Crawford
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 Clay E. Crawford's practice in the field of real estate, bankruptcy, m&a, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Clay E. Crawford brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering real estate, bankruptcy, and m&a, Clay E. Crawford can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Dallas
A Dallas-based practice means Clay E. Crawford attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Clay E. Crawford Handles in Dallas
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Clay E. Crawford 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 Clay E. Crawford directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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