Atty. Burke A. McDavid

Atty. Burke A. McDavid

Mr. Burke A.

Dallas Dallas 28 yrs experience 28 year
Call (651) 758-2536 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Burke A. McDavid at a glance

Burke A. McDavid is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, and securities. Admitted to practice in Texas (1998). Educated at Southern Methodist University School of Law (J.D., 1998) and Southern Methodist University (B.A., 1992). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Burke A. McDavid is a lawyer practicing investment funds, private equity, corporate and 4 other areas of law
  • Burke received a B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1992, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Burke practices at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Burke A. McDavid's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Burke A. McDavid handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Dallas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Burke A. McDavid

Where is Burke A. McDavid's law office located?
Burke A. McDavid's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Burke A. McDavid handle?
Burke A. McDavid focuses on contracts, business, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Burke A. McDavid practiced law?
Burke A. McDavid has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Burke A. McDavid go to law school?
Burke A. McDavid earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Burke A. McDavid for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University School of Law
- 1998
B.A.
Southern Methodist University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1998

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