Atty. Ellen L. Van Meir

Atty. Ellen L. Van Meir

Ms. Ellen L.

Dallas Dallas 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Ellen L. Van Meir at a glance

Ellen L. Van Meir is a Partner, Chair - Associate and Recruitment Committee based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on litigation, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, (1995) and Hawaii (2011). Educated at University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 1995) and University of Notre Dame (B.A. English, 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dallas Bar Association State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Ellen L. Van Meir is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, litigation, appellate
  • Ellen received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Ellen practices at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Ellen L. Van Meir's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen L. Van Meir handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Appellate Practice

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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 Ellen L. Van Meir

Where is Ellen L. Van Meir's law office located?
Ellen L. Van Meir's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ellen L. Van Meir handle?
Ellen L. Van Meir focuses on litigation, insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Ellen L. Van Meir practiced law?
Ellen L. Van Meir has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Ellen L. Van Meir go to law school?
Ellen L. Van Meir earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A. English, 1992).
How can I contact Ellen L. Van Meir for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Ellen L. Van Meir received?
Ellen L. Van Meir's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas School of Law
- 1995
B.A. English
University of Notre Dame
- 1992

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court,
Admitted: 1995
Hawaii
Admitted: 2011

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