Atty. John Patrick McDonald
Mr. John Patrick McDonald is a lawyer practicing business litigation & dispute resolution, product liability, health care and 3 other areas of law.
Business Litigation & Dispute Resolution & More Attorney · Serving Dallas, TX · 37+ Years Experience
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About John Patrick McDonald at a Glance
John Patrick McDonald is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Locke Lord LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on business, product liability, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Illinois Central District Court Texas Western District Court Te (1989). Educated at University of Tulsa College of Law (J.D., 1988) and University of Oklahoma (B.S. Microbiology, 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Patrick McDonald
- Mr. John Patrick McDonald is a lawyer practicing business litigation & dispute resolution, product liability, health care and 3 other areas of law
- John received a B.S. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years
- John practices at Locke Lord LLP in Dallas, TX
Practice Areas Explained
John Patrick McDonald's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Patrick McDonald 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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Product Liability in Dallas
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Civil Litigation in Dallas
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
John Patrick McDonald is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →
Health Care Law in Dallas
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
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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 John Patrick McDonald
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 John Patrick McDonald's practice in the field of business, product liability, litigation, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Patrick McDonald brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, product liability, and litigation, John Patrick McDonald 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 John Patrick McDonald attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John Patrick McDonald Handles in Dallas
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