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Craig M. Fowler
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Biography
With more than four decades practicing law, Craig Fowler is one of the most respected lawyers practicing family law in North Texas. He is an experienced and aggressive family lawyer who is passionate about protecting the rights of his clients. He handles complex family law matters, often involving millions of dollars in property.
Mr. Fowler spent ten years as a Family Court District Judge in Dallas County, in the 255th District Court from 1998-2007. He is Board Certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 1975. He has represented hundreds of family law clients. His background includes jury trials, and appearances in the Court of Appeals and before the Texas Supreme Court.
Mr. Fowler was one of the founding attorney’s in the area of alternative dispute resolution. He was one of the very first lawyers to become a mediator, and has taught mediation classes to other lawyers and professionals since 1990.
His depth of experience in the adversary system gives him a unique insight into the impact of this system on children and families and equips him with unique versatility. This enables Mr. Fowler to handle any particular case according to the desires of the client, whether it is by trial, negotiated settlement, mediation or the collaborative process.
Having the knowledge and experience to handle the most complex issues in family law today, Mr. Fowler offers creative alternatives to the uncertainty of a courtroom resolution. He believes in thorough preparation of each case which gives his clients the best chance for a favorable outcome – either by settlement, early resolution or contested trial.
He is committed to the principles of civility, professionalism, ethics and legal excellence. Mr. Fowler was the founding President of the Annette Stewart American Inn of Court and in 2004 and received its highest honor of selection to the Serjeants Inn. He has lectured frequently on various family law matters to a variety of professional organizations.
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Licensed in Texas for 60 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1965
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Location
Holmes, Diggs & Eames
1517 Centre Place Ste. 300, Denton,, TX, 76205
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This lawyer is completely incompetent. He is of very advanced age and should not be representing anyone. His mental faculties are clearly declining and Denton county still assigns him to represent indigent clients. It is absolutely despicable to force those who cannot afford a lawyer to accept this t...
Craig M. Fowler's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Craig. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Craig Fowler is a tough, experienced, and intelligent attorney. His understanding of the law from years of practice and as a family court judge, is invaluable to any family law matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. Craig's knowledge and expertise is second to none. An incredible attorney with a broad range of experience."
"Craig is an absolute wealth of knowledge in all things family law. I have had the pleasure of going to trial with him and he has been a huge asset to our trial team. Craig also brings an ability to think outside of the box which few family lawyers possess. I whole-heartedly endorse Craig and will continue to associate him in on many of my family law cases."
"Craig Fowler brings experience and gravitas to any case he is involved in."
"I endorse this lawyer. Craig is a highly respected former District Court Judge and now sucessful mediator."
"I endorse this lawyer. Few people can match the experience of Craig Fowler in the area of family law, divorce and child custody matters. He is capable of handling any type of family matter, and highly effective in dealing with complex marital property issues and complex child custody issues. I highly recommend him!"
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Judge Fowler on family law matters and he is very diligent, thorough, knowledgeable, and sincerely wants to help clients make their way through their times of hardship. I also think he is a wonderful mediator and have called upon him to mediate even the most challenging of cases with great success."
"I endorse this lawyer. Craig is an expert in the area of family law. He is an experienced and well-known mediator. His courtroom demeanour and knowledge-base is superior. I highly recommend him."
"Craig Fowler is a compassionate and kind human being. Those qualities serve him well with his clients as he is sensitive to their needs while advocating on their behalf. Additionally, Mr. Fowler uses his years on the bench to craft inventive mediated settlement agreements to resolve issues for families in conflict."
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Experience
Honors
2003
Distinguished Judicial Pro Bono Service, Dallas Bar Association
2001
Outstanding Judicial Pro Bono Service, Dallas Bar Association
1986
Meritorious Pro Bono Service Award, Dallas Bar Association
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Attorney, Hammerle Finley Law Firm
1998 - 2007
Family Court District Judge, 255th District Court, Dallas County
Associations
2000 - Present
Dallas Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
American Inns of CourtMember
2000 - Present
American Inns of CourtPresident
2000 - Present
Texas Academy of Family Law SpecialistsMember
2000 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersMember
1965 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
Sample of Legal Cases
EDDOWES V. OSWALD
Injunction granted by trial court.
GMC SUPERIOR TRUCKS, INC V. IRVING BANK & TRUST CO
Affirmed
HAMMOND V. City of Dallas
Affirmed
Education
1965
University of Houston
LL.B - Bachelor of Laws
N/A
Texas Christian University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
1998
View From the Bench
Family Law
1991
Mediation in the Family Courts
Mediation
1989
Handling Pre-judgment Custody, Attachment, Abuse and Threats to Child
Family Law
Publications
2012
Aspatore
Inside the Minds: Strategies for Family Law in Texas
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers