Atty. J. Todd "Todd" Kale

Atty. J. Todd "Todd" Kale

J. Todd Kale , a shareholder in the Dallas offices of Baron & Budd, has dedicated his career to fighting the companies that knowingly exposed people to the deadly carcinogen known as asbestos.

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About J. Todd "Todd" Kale at a glance

J. Todd "Todd" Kale is a personal injury, class action, and product liability attorney based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Baron & Budd PC. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar of Texas. Educated at University of Tulsa (J.D., 1990) and The University of Texas (B.B.A., 1987). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • J. Todd Kale, a shareholder in the Dallas offices of Baron & Budd, has dedicated his career to fighting the companies that knowingly exposed people to the deadly carcinogen known as asbestos
  • He enjoys partnering with patients and families to help them navigate the legal process during the most difficult time in their lives
  • Mr. Kale works on the front lines with the firm’s Asbestos Litigation Team
  • He meets with mesothelioma patients and their families across the country to gather the information necessary to successfully pursue their claims
  • More than any other aspect of his job, Mr. Kale enjoys meeting with mesothelioma patients and their families
  • Through these encounters, he becomes a part of each of these families and shares in their specific struggles, needs and hopes
  • Mr. Kale is honored to be trusted by so many clients and their families as they deal with the diagnosis and prognosis of mesothelioma
  • His more than thirty years of experience in the field of mesothelioma litigation make him a valuable resource for information any family may need — whether legal or medical
  • For more than three decades, Todd Kale has worked on numerous asbestos lawsuits, managing thousands of cases from start to finish
  • Through his many years as an asbestos lawyer, Mr. Kale has developed an in-depth understanding of the legal system and how to best navigate that system on behalf of his clients
  • Since 1993, he has helped clients recover hundreds of millions of dollars in settlements
  • Mr. Kale has extensive experience pursuing not only asbestos manufacturers, but also equipment manufacturers and employers who are responsible for a client’s exposure to asbestos
  • Never one to back down from a fight, Mr. Kale is proud to have fought on behalf of mesothelioma and asbestos clients for his entire career

Practice Areas Explained

J. Todd "Todd" Kale's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Todd "Todd" Kale handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Class Action

J. Todd "Todd" Kale is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Texas →

Product Liability

J. Todd "Todd" Kale is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Texas →

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 J. Todd "Todd" Kale

Where is J. Todd "Todd" Kale's law office located?
J. Todd "Todd" Kale's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Baron & Budd PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Todd "Todd" Kale handle?
J. Todd "Todd" Kale focuses on personal injury, class action, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did J. Todd "Todd" Kale go to law school?
J. Todd "Todd" Kale earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.B.A., 1987).
How can I contact J. Todd "Todd" Kale for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has J. Todd "Todd" Kale received?
J. Todd "Todd" Kale's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America – Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs (Best Lawyers, 2024-present).

Education

J.D.
University of Tulsa
- 1990
B.B.A.
The University of Texas
- 1987

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America – Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs (Best Lawyers, 2024-present)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America – Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs (Best Lawyers, 2024-present)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers (Lawdragon, 2024-present)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 10 National Asbestos/Mesothelioma Lawyers (National Trial Lawyers, 2023-present)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers (National Trial Lawyers, 2016-present)
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Texas, State Bar of Texas

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