Atty. David Dwain Cousins

Atty. David Dwain Cousins

Mr. David Dwain Cousins is a lawyer practicing family, criminal, administrative and public and 3 other areas of law.

Austin Austin 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (210) 441-3649 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About David Dwain Cousins at a glance

David Dwain Cousins is a criminal defense, family law, ip, and government attorney based in Austin, Texas. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in Texas (1995) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas and U.S. Supreme Court (1996). Educated at St. Mary's University of San Antonio (J.D., 1995) and University of Texas at Austin (B.B.A., 1986). Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. David Dwain Cousins is a lawyer practicing family, criminal, administrative and public and 3 other areas of law
  • David received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1986, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • David practices in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

David Dwain Cousins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Dwain Cousins handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Intellectual Property

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 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

Common questions about David Dwain Cousins

Where is David Dwain Cousins's law office located?
David Dwain Cousins's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Dwain Cousins handle?
David Dwain Cousins focuses on criminal defense, family law, ip, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has David Dwain Cousins practiced law?
David Dwain Cousins has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did David Dwain Cousins go to law school?
David Dwain Cousins earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.B.A., 1986).
How can I contact David Dwain Cousins for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
St. Mary's University of San Antonio
- 1995
B.B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1996

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