Atty. David Erwin Thomas

Atty. David Erwin Thomas

Mr. David Erwin Thomas is a lawyer practicing banking law, bankruptcy, civil trial practice and 6 other areas of law.

Dallas Dallas 46 Years Experience 46 year
Call (469) 817-3659

Profile Summary

About David Erwin Thomas at a glance

David Erwin Thomas is a Managing Partner based in Dallas, Texas. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Eastern Bankruptcy Court Texas Eastern District Court Texas Northern Bankruptcy Court Te (1980), US District Court, Northern District of Texas (1980), and US District Court, Eastern District of Texas (1991). Educated at Ohio Northern University, Pettit College of Law, Ada, Ohio (J.D., 1979) and University of Alabama (B.S. Commerce, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. David Erwin Thomas is a lawyer practicing banking law, bankruptcy, civil trial practice and 6 other areas of law
  • David Erwin received a B.S. degree from University of Alabama in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • David Erwin practices in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

David Erwin Thomas's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

David Erwin Thomas is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Texas →

Creditor Rights & Collections

David Erwin Thomas is one of 39,028 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Erwin Thomas

Where is David Erwin Thomas's law office located?
David Erwin Thomas's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Erwin Thomas handle?
David Erwin Thomas focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has David Erwin Thomas practiced law?
David Erwin Thomas has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did David Erwin Thomas go to law school?
David Erwin Thomas earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S. Commerce, 1977).
How can I contact David Erwin Thomas for a consultation?
You can contact David Erwin Thomas directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David Erwin Thomas received?
David Erwin Thomas's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Ohio Northern University, Pettit College of Law, Ada, Ohio
- 1979
B.S. Commerce
University of Alabama
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas Texas Eastern Bankruptcy Court Texas Eastern District Court Texas Northern Bankruptcy Court Te
Admitted: 1980
US District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1980
US District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 1991

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