Administrative Law & More Attorney · Serving Dallas, TX · 43+ Years Experience
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About Frank D. Able at a Glance
Frank D. Able is a criminal defense, family law, and government attorney based in Dallas, Texas. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Texas (1983). Educated at Texas Southern University (J.D., 1982) and University of Central Florida (B.A. Valencia, 1978). Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Frank D. Able
- Mr. Frank D. Able is a lawyer practicing administrative law, criminal defense, criminal and 1 other area of law
- Frank received a B.A. degree from University of Central Florida in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Frank practices in Dallas, TX
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Frank D. Able's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frank D. Able handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Dallas.
Criminal Defense in Dallas
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Dallas
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Government & Administrative Law in Dallas
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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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 Frank D. Able
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 Frank D. Able's practice in the field of criminal defense, family law, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Frank D. Able brings 43+ 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 criminal defense, family law, and government, Frank D. Able 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 Frank D. Able 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 Frank D. Able Handles in Dallas
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