LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – A Lubbock attorney is celebrating a major milestone this year: 50 years of service to his community.
Bob Craig, who specializes in civil defense, was admitted to the bar in 1976 and has spent 50 years representing clients in Lubbock.
“What’s interesting to me about law is that it’s always different, there is never the same case, there is always something new and challenging and it makes you think,” Craig said. “So, I’ve enjoyed my experience of 50 years now practicing law.”
Craig earned his undergraduate degree from Texas Tech University, then attended Southern Methodist University’s Dedman School of Law. He returned to Lubbock in 1976.
“I’ve enjoyed my experience here in Lubbock, wouldn’t trade it for anyplace else,” Craig said. “I was in Dallas for three years going to law school and that was a wonderful experience, but I’m sure glad I got out of Dallas and into Lubbock.”
Craig says he loves his work here in Lubbock, adding there is an underlying respect between area attorneys, even when they face each other in court.
“It’s fun working with plaintiffs’ lawyers and I enjoy the camaraderie,” Craig said. “You can go try to beat one another up in the courtroom, but when the day is over you can still be friends and I think that’s important.”
Craig’s passion for Lubbock far exceeds just his legal work, though. He served on the Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees from 1988 to 2002, including four years as board president.
“I believe you owe to the community a service,” Craig said. “Didn’t get paid for it, didn’t want to be paid for it. It was my pay back for education for children and I enjoyed my experience.”
Craig was elected to the State Board of Education in November 2002. He served as chairman of the board’s Committee on School Initiatives and chaired the Committee on School Finance/Permanent School Fund for two years.
“Education is the key,” Craig said. “We need to provide for our children a good atmosphere where they can learn, they can have good experiences and grow as young people into good adults.”
Craig said his passion for the work has only grown over time.
“The longer I’ve gone the more fun it gets,” he said. “It would be very difficult, I think, to have a job that you didn’t enjoy. I enjoy what I do.”
Craig’s law firm, CTHG&E, wrote of Craig:
“This year marks an extraordinary milestone for Bob Craig – 50 years of dedicated service to the practice of law.
Since being admitted to the bar in 1976, Bob has devoted five decades to upholding the principles of justice, integrity, and advocacy. Throughout a distinguished career, he has represented clients with professionalism and compassion, earning the trust of colleagues, clients and the community alike.
Over the years, Bob has had the privilege of working alongside exceptional professionals, mentoring young attorneys, and contributing to the growth and strength of the legal community. From the courtroom to the conference room, his commitment to ethical practice and client service has remained unwavering.
Reaching 50 years as an attorney is not only a personal achievement but also a testament to a lifelong dedication to the rule of law and serving others.
Congratulations to Bob on this remarkable golden anniversary in the legal profession!”
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