Atty. J. Mark Craun

Atty. J. Mark Craun

J. Mark Craun is a member of the litigation section of the firm in the San Antonio Office.

San Antonio San Antonio 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About J. Mark Craun at a glance

J. Mark Craun is a business, construction, and litigation attorney based in San Antonio, Texas, practicing at Naman, Howell, Smith & Lee PLLC. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Texas (1983). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1983) and Baylor University (M.B.A., 1980). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in San Antonio, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • J. Mark Craun is a member of the litigation section of the firm in the San Antonio Office
  • He maintains a practice in civil litigation, with an emphasis in transportation, healthcare, commercial, product liability, and general civil litigation
  • Mr. Craun has over 30 years of experience as a civil trial attorney
  • He and the attorneys working under his supervision have defended hundreds of cases brought against businesses and individuals, including transportation, healthcare, commercial, personal, property and professional lines
  • Many of these lawsuits have involved high-profile claims with potential exposure of several million dollars
  • Mr. Craun is a seasoned trial attorney, and has tried numerous jury trials in state and federal court
  • He has also defended clients involved in Multi-District Litigation (MDL) in Federal Court

Practice Areas Explained

J. Mark Craun's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Mark Craun 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.

J. Mark Craun is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

Construction Law

J. Mark Craun is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

J. Mark Craun is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →

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 San Antonio 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 J. Mark Craun

Where is J. Mark Craun's law office located?
J. Mark Craun's law practice is located in San Antonio, Texas. The firm is Naman, Howell, Smith & Lee PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Mark Craun handle?
J. Mark Craun focuses on business, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has J. Mark Craun practiced law?
J. Mark Craun has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did J. Mark Craun go to law school?
J. Mark Craun earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (M.B.A., 1980); (B.B.A., 1979).
How can I contact J. Mark Craun for a consultation?
You can contact J. Mark Craun 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 J. Mark Craun received?
J. Mark Craun's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Education

J.D.
Baylor University
- 1983
M.B.A.
Baylor University
- 1980
B.B.A.
Baylor University
- 1979

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell “AV Rated” indicating the highest level of legal ability and ethical standards
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1983

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