Business Lawyer in Dallas, Texas: Business Litigation
Breach of Contract ◊ Deceptive Trade Practices ◊ Breach of Fiduciary Duty
If you own or operate a business and are contemplating legal action or already a party to a legal dispute, you want an attorney with considerable experience handling business litigation. The litigation process is complex and requires a broad range of skills, from legal research and investigation to oral advocacy. You want a lawyer who has successfully represented others in business or commercial disputes, as I have.
I have protected the interests of businesses and business owners in commercial litigation for more than 30 years. I was a partner for fifteen years with the large multinational firm of Akin, Gump, Strauss, Hauer & Feld, LLP. In 2002 I left Akin Gump and opened the Law Office of Walter S. Cowger. AV®-rated under Martindale-Hubbell's Peer Review Rating System, I have also been designated a Texas Super Lawyer by Texas Monthly magazine every year since 2005. My business litigation clients include all types of commercial enterprises, from family run and small businesses to Fortune 500 companies. Because I run my own practice, I don't have the overhead of a large law firm, and my fees are substantially lower.
Contact me online or call me at 214-743-4190.
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My Business Litigation Practice
I take a pragmatic approach to business litigation, representing businesses and business owners as plaintiffs or defendants in a wide range of commercial controversies, including cases involving:
- Breach of contract: I represent parties involved in business contract disputes.
- Deceptive trade practices: I handle claims arising under the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act (the DTPA).
- Business torts: I handle claims of tortious interference with a business contract or relationship, business disparagement and fraud.
- Legal malpractice: I represent both plaintiffs and defendants in legal malpractice claims. I have also served as an expert witness on legal malpractice issues.
Examples of business disputes that I have successfully handled include:
- Defending the seller of an interest in a group of radio stations facing allegations of misrepresentation and failure to disclose. Settled favorably to my client.
- Defending an insurance company facing deceptive trade practices and fraud allegations. Case dismissed on summary judgment.
- Defending an employee facing civil RICO allegations. Complaint dismissed under Rule 12(b)(6).
- Defending a defense contractor facing claims brought by a sub-contractor seeking payment for services. Settled favorably to my client.
I understand the devastating impact that a long and protracted lawsuit can have on your bottom line. I will work hard to get you the results you need as quickly and cost-effectively as possible.
Contact My Office
Contact me online or call my office at 214-743-4190. My office is generally open Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., and is located in the Comerica Building at 1717 Main Street in downtown Dallas.