DALLAS – The Pettit Law Firm is pleased to announce that former Texas Court of Appeals Justice Craig Stoddart has joined the commercial and real estate litigation boutique as senior counsel.
Justice Stoddart served on the 5th District Court of Appeals in Dallas from 2014-2018. He presided over 1,300 cases and authored more than 400 opinions, many involving notable complex commercial cases, earning a reputation for his thoughtful questions and practical writing style.
Not only does Justice Stoddart have a stellar reputation as a judge, he also represented the state of Texas in more than 140 appellate prosecutions before joining the Court of Appeals.
“Justice Stoddart’s unique combination of trial court success and appellate expertise will greatly benefit our clients,” said firm founding partner Julie Pettit. “He provides our trial team with a pragmatic appellate perspective as we prepare for the courtroom, and he has the experience and expertise to assist our clients on appeal. We are honored to have such a knowledgeable and well-respected lawyer become a part of our firm.”
“I am extremely excited to join the team of talented attorneys at The Pettit Law Firm,” said Justice Stoddart. “It is unusual to find a boutique firm that is so client-focused and achieves such impressive trial results. I look forward to serving our clients in trial and appellate work here.”
Before his judicial career, Justice Stoddart served as appellate prosecutor for the Rockwall County Criminal District Attorney’s Office for 22 years. He has argued before appellate courts across the state, including the state’s highest criminal court, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals.
He earned his law degree from Texas Tech University School of Law and is a graduate of the University of North Texas.
About The Pettit Law Firm:
The Dallas-based Pettit Law Firm focuses on civil litigation and has proven strengths across key industry sectors including real estate, oil and gas, and government-regulated financial institutions. The firm leverages its industry experience with knowledge of legal, regulatory, and compliance issues to provide clients with effective representation in state and federal court. The Pettit Law Firm handles a wide range of civil cases and appeals, including mortgage disputes, construction defect claims, energy litigation, business contract disputes, partnership disputes, unfair and deceptive trade practices, fraud, and negligence. Learn more at PettitFirm.com.
