How much does it cost to hire Clay for a legal case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Clay walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Clay offer a free consultation?

Clay charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Clay's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Clay's current terms during booking.

How long do legal cases in Texas typically take?

Simple legal 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. Clay gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Clay take my case if I'm outside Dallas?

Clay 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 — Clay 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 Clay?

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. Clay will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Clay accepting new legal clients right now?

Clay's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Clay Mahaffey — Attorney in Dallas, Texas

Over 27 years of legal practice

Of CounselatBurns Charest LLP

Dallas, TX

Practicing law in Dallas since 1999.

27+: Years practicing
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Clay Mahaffey is an of counsel based in Dallas, TX. Clay has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Burns Charest LLP.

Based in: Dallas, TX
Experience: over 27 years
Known for: legal services

Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Biography

Clay Mahaffey, legal attorney serving Dallas

Clay Mahaffey is an of counsel based in Dallas, TX. Clay has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Burns Charest LLP. Clay works from Dallas, Texas and takes on legal matters across the region.

Clay is a 22-year veteran of the U.S. Attorney’s office in the Northern District of Texas and the Department of Justice, where he handled a wide range of cases involving the financial industry, complex torts, government contracting, and complex regulatory issues. He now supports the firm’s roster of existing business litigation, class actions, mass torts, and other matters, while expanding the firm’s False Claims Act case docket.

During his prosecutorial career Clay led more than 35 investigations, including numerous investigations involving parallel criminal cases, for the U.S. Attorney’s office. The majority of those cases involved whistleblower lawsuits and agency referrals involving procurement fraud allegations, fraud allegations involving financial institutions, and fraud on federal healthcare programs. Examples of that work include investigations involving SBA lending, defense contractor pricing and accounting, mortgage origination and foreclosure servicing, and residential mortgage-backed securities.

Through this extensive experience Clay built a reputation for consensus building and effectively resolving conflicts in complex investigations, while he and the DOJ teams he worked with recovered more than $10 billion in settlements and restitution on behalf of taxpayers.

Clients Clay works with

Clay reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Clay studied and practices

The University of Wyoming College of Law J.D.
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The University of Wyoming B.A.
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Jurisdictions

Clay's state bar admissions

Wyoming
1999 · ACTIVE

Clay studied at — in The University of Wyoming College of Law J.D. and — in The University of Wyoming B.A..

Law school and academic background

Clay completed — in The University of Wyoming College of Law J.D. and — in The University of Wyoming B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Clay runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Clay Mahaffey's office in Dallas

Clay's primary office is at 900 Jackson Street, Suite 500, Dallas, TX, 75202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Burns Charest LLP

900 Jackson Street, Suite 500

Dallas, TX 75202

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Hiring guide

How to hire Clay Mahaffey — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Clay usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Clay charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Clay'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; Clay will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a legal attorney in Dallas, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal 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 Clay

Clay discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in legal practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every legal 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. Clay confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Clay's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Clay Mahaffey

How much does it cost to hire Clay for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Clay walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Clay offer a free consultation?
Clay charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Clay's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Clay's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in Texas typically take?
Simple legal 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. Clay gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Clay take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Clay 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 — Clay 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 Clay?
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. Clay will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Clay accepting new legal clients right now?
Clay's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.