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Frisco, Texas attorney Erin R. Clegg joined McCathern in 2017 as part of the Family Law division. Erin has extensive litigation experience in family law by working on cases involving divorce, custody, child support, modifications, enforcements, domestic violence, and cases involving Child Protective Services. She is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, an achievement held by less than 1% of all lawyers in the State of Texas, and is a member of the Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists. Erin also has experience as a mediator for family law cases, helping parties reach creative and unique results that might not otherwise be available through the Court system.
Erin earned her law degree along with a Masters of Public Administration from St. Mary’s University in 2013. While in law school, she was the recipient of the Civil Clinic Pro Bono award. She was also a member of Pi Alpha Alpha, the global honor society for public affairs and administration. In 2009, Erin graduated cum laude from the University of North Texas where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Criminal Justice. During her time at UNT, she was a member of Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Fraternity, the UNT Mediation Team, as well as Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority.
Erin is a member of various organizations including the Texas Young Lawyers Association, serving on the Board of Directors as a Director of District 11, and the Denton County Bar Association, serving as the President-elect for the Family Law section. She served as a member of the Texas Family Law Foundation on the Bill Review Committee and as a Lifetime Member. Additionally, she is a member of the State Bar College, the Denton County Young Lawyers Association, and the Kappa Kappa Gamma Alumnae Association. Erin was named to the prestigious Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch list for Family Law in 2021.
Erin has been a part of several civic engagements including the City of Denton Charter Review Committee, the City of Denton Public Art Committee, as well as volunteering for the Denton County Alternative Dispute Resolution Program (DCAP) as a mediator, Denton County Friends and Family, and as a volunteer attorney for a variety of events through the Denton County Bar Association. She has been published as a reoccurring voice in the Texas Young Lawyers Association Lawyer’s Who Lunch Blog and as an editor for the E-News division.
In Erin’s free time she enjoys spin class, laying by the pool, and spending time with her sweet pups, Nutmeg and Poppy.
Practice areas
Contested
Contested - Original Suits, Modifications, and Enforcement
Contested - Original Suits, Modifications, and Enforcement
Protective Orders, Restraining Orders, and other forms of Emergency Protection
Languages spoken
English
McCathern
One Cowboys Way
Suite 175
Frisco, TX, 75034
McCathern
3710 Rawlins St
Suite 1600
Dallas, TX, 75219
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 2013 | 05/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 2 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Ones to Watch | Best Lawyers | 2021 |
Largest Law Firm | Texas 100 | 2015 |
Member | National Association of Distinguished Counsel | 2015 |
Pro Bono Service Award | St. Mary's School of Law | 2013 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Associate Attorney | McCathern PLLC | 2017 - Present |
Associate Attorney | The Wright Firm, LLP | 2013 - 2017 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Texas Young Lawyers Association | Board of Directors | 2017 - Present |
Texas Family Law Foundation | Lifetime Member | 2014 - Present |
College of the State Bar of Texas | 2014 - Present | |
Denton County Young Lawyers Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
State Bar of Texas | Member | 2013 - Present |
State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section | Member | 2013 - Present |
Denton County Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
Denton County Bar Association, Family Law Section | Member | 2013 - Present |
Americian Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Texas Bar College Summer School 2018 | A Road Map Through CPS Litigation | 2018 |
Texas Young Lawyers Association | Time to Turn Up | 2017 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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St. Marys University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2013 |
St Mary's University of San Antonio | Master of Public Administration | 2013 |
University of North Texas | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2009 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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College of the State Bar of Texas Summer School | Road Map through CPS Litigation | 2018 |
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In the Interest of B.J.O. | Termination not found in the best interest of the child by jury |
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Cody Lewis, Family Attorney on Apr 6, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Robert McAngus, Child custody Attorney on Jun 13, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I worked with Ms. Clegg on a custody case. She was always responsive, fair and fought hard for her client.
Cody Lewis, Family Attorney on Apr 6, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Robert McAngus, Child custody Attorney on Jun 13, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I worked with Ms. Clegg on a custody case. She was always responsive, fair and fought hard for her client.
Thomas Little, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 6, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've worked with Erin on a few divorce cases as opposing counsel. Erin is very hard working, dedicated to favorably resolving her client's issues, and very knowledgeable about the law. I highly recommend Erin for any family law issues.
Caroline Galloway, Family Attorney on Jun 6, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Erin is both professional and knowledgeable in family law. She is also a committed member of the Denton Bar Association. I look forward to working with her again in the future.
Carolyn Latimer, Family Attorney on Dec 30, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Erin and I work closely on multiple cases, Erin is very knowledgeable and dedicated to her clients.
Bradley Michelsen, Family Attorney on Dec 21, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Patrick Wright, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 20, 2013
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. Erin is a great lawyer who really cares about her clients.
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