David Fanning
David was born into a thinking, working-class family. His father, a great trial lawyer, is the smartest man David has ever known. His grandfather was the kindest man to ever walk the planet—a 30-year General Motors Union Man who never called in sick a day in his life. David thanks them both for teaching him to understand hard work.
David attended the University of Texas and graduated Cum Laude in 2000. He stayed at the university and received a master's in early American studies. He went on to SMU Law School and has been practicing since 2004.
In his career, there are three things of which David is most proud. First, while always practicing in family and criminal law, he has never had a single bar complaint of any kind. He attributes this to always being available to clients and to being prepared at all times. Second, from 2010-2013, he went without a single adverse decision in a family law matter. That included two male custody jury trials and over 20 live hearings on custody or support. Finally, while practicing in over 50 courts and 20 counties, he has never been sanctioned or held in contempt on a single issue. He believes respect for courts and their personnel adds directly to his ability to help clients. In his entire career, David has never been one minute late for any court appearance. Because of hard work and trial experience, he is always able to help the people of Central Texas. Being an honest lawyer matters.
David's grandmother taught him to read early, and he will forever be grateful to her for his love of language and words. To this day, he is a heavy reader and enjoys history and politics. While he loves a good book and playing online games on his Xbox One, David finds it hard to stay indoors. He is an avid bass fisherman and a part-time drag racer, once winning Angler of the Year and qualifying number one in a true 10.5 drag race.
Of all his accomplishments, the one David is most proud of happened in 2005, when Alicia Fanning became his wife. She is his best friend and a source of strength and inspiration.
Areas of Practice
- Criminal Law
- Family Law
- Probate Law
- Personal Injury
Education
- Southern Methodist University School of Law, J.D. (2004)
- University of Texas, Masters: Early American Studies cum laude (2000)
Interested in talking to David about your legal concerns? Call (254) 237-5602.