Craig Stanfield, Business Attorney in Houston, Texas
focused on Business, Insurance, and Litigation
Houston, TX
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Craig Stanfield is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation.
- Based in
- Houston, TEXAS
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Business · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Business, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Houston, TEXAS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
About Craig Stanfield: Craig Stanfield is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Craig takes on
Craig concentrates on business, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Craig handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Business cases in Houston, Texas
Craig takes business matters in Houston, 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 Houston, Texas
Craig takes insurance matters in Houston, 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.
Litigation cases in Houston, Texas
Craig takes litigation matters in Houston, 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 Stanfield — business lawyer in Houston
Craig Stanfield is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation.
Craig Stanfield is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Insurance.
Craig, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Craig is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Working with Craig on a business matter
Craig Stanfield is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Insurance. Craig, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Craig is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Clients Craig works with
Craig reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, insurance, and litigation matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
American University Washington College of Law
J.D. · 2005
Craig studied at J.D. in American University Washington College of Law.
Law school and academic background
Craig completed J.D. in American University Washington College of Law. 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.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Craig has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026).
Locations
Craig Stanfield's office in Houston
Craig's primary office is at 609 Main Street, Suite 2500, Houston, Texas, 77002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Craig Stanfield
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How to hire Craig Stanfield — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business 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 business attorney in Houston, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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 business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Craig Stanfield
How much does it cost to hire Craig for a business 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 business attorneys offer free consults — check Craig's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Texas typically take?
Simple business 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 Houston?
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 business 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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