Atty. Gary Cruciani

Atty. Gary Cruciani

Gary Cruciani is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation. Gary received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Dallas Dallas 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Gary Cruciani at a glance

Gary Cruciani is a Principal based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at McKool Smith. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas (1987), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1988), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin Ninth Ci (1992), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (2001). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1987) and University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dallas and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Gary Cruciani is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation
  • Gary received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Gary practices at McKool Smith in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Gary Cruciani's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary Cruciani 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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Civil Litigation

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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 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 Gary Cruciani

Where is Gary Cruciani's law office located?
Gary Cruciani's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is McKool Smith. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary Cruciani handle?
Gary Cruciani focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Gary Cruciani practiced law?
Gary Cruciani has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Gary Cruciani go to law school?
Gary Cruciani earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Gary Cruciani for a consultation?
You can contact Gary Cruciani 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 Gary Cruciani received?
Gary Cruciani's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1987
B.A.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin Ninth Ci
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Western, and Southern Districts of Texas
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court of Colorado Texas Southern Bankruptcy Court
Admitted: 2011
Hawaii
Admitted: 2011

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