Atty. Eric D. Madden
Eric Madden is a partner in the Dallas office of Reid Collins & Tsai LLP. His practice is focused on complex business and insolvency-related litigation.
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law & More Attorney · Serving Dallas, TX
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About Eric D. Madden at a Glance
Eric D. Madden is a business, bankruptcy, and litigation attorney based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Reid Collins & Tsai LLP. Educated at University of Kansas (J.D., 1999) and University of Kansas (B.A in English and Environmental Policy, 1996). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy (2026). Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric D. Madden
- Eric Madden is a partner in the Dallas office of Reid Collins & Tsai LLP. His practice is focused on complex business and insolvency-related litigation
- He has represented trustees, receivers, creditor and bondholder committees, and defrauded investors in a number of major cases throughout the country
- These cases often involve Ponzi schemes, financial fraud, and/or significant fraudulent transfers
- His work has earned the recognition and respect of his peers, including: – Named to the Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers in America (2019)
- – Ranked as a leading lawyer in Chambers USA (2019)
- – Listed in The Best Lawyers in America (2016-2019)
- – Recognized as a “Future Litigation Star” by Benchmark Litigation (2019)
- – Named a “Super Lawyer” by Thomson Reuters (2014-2019)
- – Earned an AV Preeminent rating by Martindale-Hubbell (2012-2019)
- Eric has served in leadership positions within several organizations, including as:– Member of the ABI Board of Directors
- – Programming Co-Chair of the ABA Bankruptcy and Insolvency Litigation Committee
- – Co-Chair of the ABI Commercial Fraud Committee
- and– Co-Chair of the ABI Bankruptcy Litigation Committee
- He also frequently serves as an author, panelist, and speaker regarding corporate governance, legal ethics, and trial strategy
Practice Areas Explained
Eric D. Madden's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric D. Madden handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Dallas.
Business & Corporate Law in Dallas
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Dallas
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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Civil Litigation in Dallas
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Dallas
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 venue, 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.
Dallas Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Dallas-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Dallas Choose Eric D. Madden
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric D. Madden's practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and litigation, Eric D. Madden can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Dallas
A Dallas-based practice means Eric D. Madden attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Eric D. Madden Handles in Dallas
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