Dallas’ leaders in law have built and grown their careers by helping others. Whether they are in the courtroom, at the negotiating table, or working to make our community a better place, these Leaders in Law are stand-outs at some of the most reputable law firms in the area, and they are dedicated leaders in their fields. You may find them offering pro bono services for their own passion causes or volunteering their time with a number of local charities. There is a strong pool of legal talent in the Dallas area who believe in the integrity of the profession and in giving back.
To the rest of the country, Dallas is considered a coveted legal community, thanks in part to so many Fortune 500 and major headquarters who call Dallas home. Therefore, it’s no surprise Dallas has experienced a surge in out-of-state firms opening offices alongside established, prestigious local firms that have made names for themselves in Dallas and beyond. The Dallas Bar Association, composed of more than 11,000 lawyers, is one of the strongest bar associations in the country, and its lawyers handle all types of legal work, including civil and criminal cases, appeals, family law, intellectual property, immigration, corporate transactions, securities, real estate, and estate planning and
probate. Dallas Bar president Robert Tobey says, “As proud as we are of the legal services provided by our members, we are even prouder of their desire to give back to the community. Our lawyers build a Habitat for Humanity house each year, have charity drives which have increased since the pandemic struck our community, and most importantly, we have a Campaign for Equal Access which funds legal services for the poor.”
The best and the brightest lawyers in Dallas are available to represent clients in all matters, from divorce and personal injury to labor and employment law. Should you find yourself in need of legal counsel in any specialty, you’re in good hands, thanks to the expertise of these sought-after Leaders in Law.
Frenkel & Frenkel
Plaintiff’s Personal Injury
12700 Park Central Drive, Suite 1900 Dallas, Texas 75251 | 214.333.3333 | 817.222.2222 | 800.834.0000
Mark Frenkel, Scott Frenkel, and Gene Burkett are attorneys with a history of results, representing clients in courtrooms in Texas, and nationally, who have suffered catastrophic injuries from the careless and negligent actions of others. Relentless advocates for their clients who have suffered losses from accidents and collisions involving automobiles, 18-wheelers, and commercial vehicles, they persevere in the pursuit of getting their clients the maximum recovery they deserve. As experienced and tenacious personal injury trial lawyers who previously defended insurance companies, hospitals, and doctors, they use their knowledge from the other side’s playbook to bring valuable insight. They work tirelessly to make the community a safer place for all of us and take the “counselors” part of “attorneys and counselors” very seriously. All three attorneys have been named among D Magazine’s Best Lawyers in Dallas from 2015 to 2020, Top Attorneys in Fort Worth Magazine 2018 to 2020, and have influenced the way corporations do business—a tradition the firm has carried for more than a quarter of a century.
McClure Law Group
Family Law
8115 Preston Road, Suite 270 Dallas, Texas 75225 | 214.692.8200 | Collin County: by appointment only
Assertive. Compassionate. Practical. McClure Law Group is a powerhouse family law firm dedicated to delivering the highest level of service and results for their clients. Continually named among the Best Lawyers in Dallas by D Magazine, the lawyers at the McClure Law Group work zealously to achieve the best possible outcomes for their clients’ divorces, modifications, pre- and post-marital agreements, custody disputes, surrogacy issues, grandparents’ rights cases, and other family law matters. The firm now includes a family appellate lawyer and a CPA/family lawyer, and many of the team members are Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Specialization. The seasoned team of attorneys, led by Kelly McClure, founder, are ready and eager to confidently resolve important family law issues and efficiently protect estates in high-conflict battles. They genuinely care about their clients and their families, and they expertly and carefully guide them through what is unarguably one of the most difficult chapters of their lives.
Not pictured: Board-Certified Partners Richard Orsinger, Amber Liddell Alwais, and Porter Corrigan
Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson
Family Law
Dallas 214.273.2400 | Frisco 972.963.5459 | Fort Worth 817.831.6800
Every partner at Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Of the more than 100,000 licensed attorneys practicing in the state of Texas today, less than one percent are Board Certified in Family Law.
Board certification is an ongoing process, requiring that attorneys undergo rigorous continuing education classes. It shows an attorney’s dedication to their profession.
Among ONDA’s board-certified attorneys are Keith Nelson, Scott Downing, Jeff Anderson, Will Reppeto, Brad LaMorgese, Paula Bennett, Lon Loveless, Paul Hewett, Holly Rampy Baird, and Jim Loveless.
Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson attorneys have the skills and expertise needed to help clients through their most difficult times.
Verner Brumley Mueller Parker
Family Law
Dallas 214.526.5234 | McKinney 972.562.2212 | Rockwall 214.771.8672
Separation and divorce are always difficult catalysts for change. In the midst of this change, you need consistency. You need a team.
Verner Brumley Mueller Parker is the consistent team you need. This is a team of family law attorneys dedicated to helping you protect and preserve what matters most—family. Divorce is difficult, but when it’s over, you should be able to face the future with confidence. Most importantly, you should know that you will be able to take care of your home and your family.
Verner Brumley Mueller Parker steps in and helps you protect your income and assets in unstable times to give you that financial security. The firm values your priorities as a parent and works with you to achieve the goals that will help transition your family to a new normal.
Don’t go at it alone. Call on your team at Verner Brumley Mueller Parker.
Keith Clouse, Clouse Brown PLLC
The Executive’s Lawyer
201 Elm Street, Suite 5250 Dallas, Texas 75270 | 214.239.2705
C-Suite executives, business owners, physicians, and companies call on seasoned employment lawyer Keith Clouse for three reasons: expert advice, efficient service, and excellent results.
Clouse says that’s because he doesn’t see dispute resolution as a zero-sum game. “I pick up the phone and call opposing counsel, and we can usually get the case resolved in a way where nobody is made to look bad,” Clouse says. “This business-focused approach can quickly and efficiently settle disputes that might otherwise take years to resolve.” Clouse’s own entrepreneurial experience gives him a practical mindset that complements his legal expertise.
Clouse has successfully litigated employment lawsuits and arbitration cases on behalf of thousands of clients during the past 30 years. Clouse is Board Certified in Labor and Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and 2020 marks his 15th consecutive year as one of D Magazine’s Best Lawyers in Dallas.
O’Neil Wysocki
Family Law
5323 Spring Valley Road, Suite 150 Dallas, Texas 75254 | 972.852.8000
Caught in a divorce or child custody stampede? The attorneys at O’Neil Wysocki know family law and are not afraid to take the bull by the horns!
Voted among D Magazine’s Best Lawyers in Dallas, Michelle May O’Neil and Michael D. Wysocki are the real deal and “The Wise Choice” in divorce and child custody litigation. “We’re in the courtroom on a weekly basis,” O’Neil says, “It’s not uncommon to have four or five of our lawyers in trial per week. We’re known for fighting the hard fights and going the distance.” They are also known for trying cases throughout Dallas-Fort Worth and all of Texas. “We go where we’re needed, which is one reason our experience in the courtroom knows few rivals,” Wysocki says.
O’Neil and Wysocki are Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Honored as Texas Super Lawyers, O’Neil has been named among the Top 50 Women Lawyers in Texas and Top 100 Lawyers in Texas, and Wysocki has been named a Texas Super Lawyer each year since 2014.
