Atty. John C. Dacus

Atty. John C. Dacus

Mr. John C.

Dallas Dallas 50 Years Experience 50 year
Call (469) 399-2269

Profile Summary

About John C. Dacus at a glance

John C. Dacus is an Of Counsel based in Dallas, Texas. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Texas (1976), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1976), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas (1979), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1980). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1976) and Texas A. & M. University (B.S.E.E., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dallas and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Dallas Association of Defense Counsel Texas Association of Defense Counsel. Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John C. Dacus is a lawyer practicing products liability, toxic torts, commercial litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S.E.E. degree from Texas A. & M. University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • John practices in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

John C. Dacus's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John C. Dacus 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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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John C. Dacus

Where is John C. Dacus's law office located?
John C. Dacus's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John C. Dacus handle?
John C. Dacus focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has John C. Dacus practiced law?
John C. Dacus has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did John C. Dacus go to law school?
John C. Dacus earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S.E.E., 1972).
How can I contact John C. Dacus for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John C. Dacus received?
John C. Dacus's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1976
B.S.E.E.
Texas A. & M. University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1980

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