Atty. Paul D. Clote

Atty. Paul D. Clote

Mr. Paul D.

Austin Austin 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul D. Clote at a glance

Paul D. Clote is a Partner based in Austin, Texas, practicing at McGinnis Lochridge. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in Texas Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals (1977), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1979), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1981), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1981). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1977) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston and American Bar Associations American Board of Trial Advocates. Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Paul D. Clote is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, arbitration, business torts and 4 other areas of law
  • Paul D. received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Paul D. practices at McGinnis Lochridge in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Paul D. Clote's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul D. Clote 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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Insurance Law

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Paul D. Clote is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 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 Paul D. Clote

Where is Paul D. Clote's law office located?
Paul D. Clote's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is McGinnis Lochridge. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul D. Clote handle?
Paul D. Clote focuses on business, litigation, insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Paul D. Clote practiced law?
Paul D. Clote has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Paul D. Clote go to law school?
Paul D. Clote earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Paul D. Clote for a consultation?
You can contact Paul D. Clote 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 Paul D. Clote received?
Paul D. Clote's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas
- 1977
B.A.
Northwestern University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Supreme Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court
Admitted: 2003
Colorado
Admitted: 2006

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