Craig L. Reese, Appellate Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Civil Rights, and General
PartneratFletcher, Farley, Shipman & Salinas, L.L.P.
Dallas, TX
Practicing appellate in Dallas since 1990.
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- Years practicing
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Craig L. Reese is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Appellate, Civil Rights, and General. Craig has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fletcher, Farley, Shipman & Salinas, L.L.P..
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- Dallas, TX
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Civil Rights · General
- Handles Appellate, Civil Rights, and General matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Craig L. Reese: Craig L. Reese is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Appellate, Civil Rights, and General. Craig has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fletcher, Farley, Shipman & Salinas, L.L.P..
Areas of practice
Legal matters Craig takes on
Craig concentrates on appellate, civil rights, general, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Craig handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Civil Rights
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General
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Insurance
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Appellate cases in Dallas, Texas
Craig takes appellate matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Craig agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases in Dallas, Texas
Craig takes civil rights matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Craig agrees to represent you.
General cases in Dallas, Texas
Craig takes general matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Craig agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Dallas, Texas
Craig takes insurance matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Craig agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Craig L. Reese — appellate lawyer in Dallas
Craig L. Reese is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Appellate, Civil Rights, and General. Craig has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fletcher, Farley, Shipman & Salinas, L.L.P..
Mr. Craig L. Reese is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation, insurance defense, insurance coverage and 6 other areas of law. Craig received a B.A. degree from University of Texas of the Permian Basin in 1983, and has been licensed for 36 years. Craig practices at Fletcher, Farley, Shipman & Salinas, L.L.P. in Dallas, TX.
Working with Craig on a appellate matter
Mr. Craig L. Reese is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation, insurance defense, insurance coverage and 6 other areas of law. Craig received a B.A. degree from University of Texas of the Permian Basin in 1983, and has been licensed for 36 years. Craig practices at Fletcher, Farley, Shipman & Salinas, L.L.P. in Dallas, TX.
Who Craig represents
Craig reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, civil rights, and general matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
South Texas College of Law
J.D. · 1990
University of Texas of the Permian Basin
B.A. · 1983
Jurisdictions
Craig's state bar admissions
Texas
1990 · ACTIVE
Craig studied at J.D. in South Texas College of Law and B.A. in University of Texas of the Permian Basin.
Law school and academic background
Craig completed J.D. in South Texas College of Law and B.A. in University of Texas of the Permian Basin. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Craig runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Craig's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Texas Dallas Bar Association Bar Association of the Fifth Federal Circuit Texas Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute
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Locations
Craig L. Reese's office in Dallas
Craig's primary office is at 9201 N. Central Expressway, Ste. 600, Dallas, TX, 75231. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Fletcher, Farley, Shipman & Salinas, L.L.P.
9201 N. Central Expressway, Ste. 600
Dallas, TX 75231
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How to hire Craig L. Reese — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Craig usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Craig charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Craig will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Craig
Craig discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Craig confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Craig's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Craig L. Reese
How much does it cost to hire Craig for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Craig walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Craig offer a free consultation?
Craig charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Craig's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Texas typically take?
Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Craig gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Craig take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Craig is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Craig will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Craig?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Craig will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Craig accepting new appellate clients right now?
Craig's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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