David Z. Conoly

David Z. Conoly has dedicated his legal career to real estate law, focusing on purchase and sale transactions, property development, and complex land use issues. His experience spans decades of guiding clients through transactions involving leasing, management, title disputes, and entity formation. He is known for providing informed, responsive, and detail-oriented legal counsel across every stage of real estate matters.

David earned his B.S. from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, in 1975, followed by his J.D. from Southern Methodist University School of Law in 1978. Licensed to practice in Texas since 1978, he is also admitted to practice before the U.S. Federal Courts and the U.S. Supreme Court. His extensive legal education laid the groundwork for a successful and enduring career in real estate law, where he applies both academic insight and practical experience.

David is a Fellow of the American College of Real Estate Lawyers and holds multiple certifications from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, including Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate Law, and Farm and Ranch Real Estate. He also serves on the Board of Legal Specialization’s Commercial Real Estate Exam Commission. Over the years, his professional memberships have included the State Bar of Texas, the American Bar Association, the College of the State Bar, and the Corpus Christi Bar Association. His distinguished AV Rating from Martindale Hubbell International Legal Directory underscores his professional reputation and ethical excellence.

David Z. Conoly has contributed significantly to the advancement of real estate law through his scholarship and presentations. He has authored and presented numerous papers for continuing legal education programs sponsored by the State Bar of Texas, SMU School of Law, and the University of Texas School of Law. His topics have included deeds, easements, water rights, restrictive covenants, financing, and land use planning—reflecting his commitment to both his profession and the education of fellow practitioners.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, David Z. Conoly, P.C.
• Fellow, American College of Real Estate Lawyers
• Member, State Bar of Texas, Board of Legal Specialization, Commercial Real Estate Exam Commission
• Member, College of the State Bar (1989)
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Corpus Christi Bar Association

Licensed State

• Texas

Education

• Southern Methodist University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Southern Methodist University
  Bachelor of Science

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