Atty. Richard Key Franklin

Atty. Richard Key Franklin

Mr. Richard Key Franklin is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal defense.

Dallas Dallas 53 yrs experience 53 year
Call (346) 692-9546 Book Appointment

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About Richard Key Franklin at a glance

Richard Key Franklin is a Member based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Mcclung & Franklin. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Northern District Court Texas Eastern District Court US Supreme Court (1973). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1973) and Southern Methodist University B.A. (—). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Richard Key Franklin is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal defense
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Richard practices at Mcclung & Franklin in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Key Franklin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Key Franklin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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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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Where is Richard Key Franklin's law office located?
Richard Key Franklin's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Mcclung & Franklin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Key Franklin handle?
Richard Key Franklin focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Richard Key Franklin practiced law?
Richard Key Franklin has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Richard Key Franklin go to law school?
Richard Key Franklin earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (—).
How can I contact Richard Key Franklin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1973
Southern Methodist University B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Texas Texas Northern District Court Texas Eastern District Court US Supreme Court
Admitted: 1973

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