Atty. Michael Baum
Michael Baum is a seasoned trial lawyer and respected courtroom advocate specializing in employment and commercial litigation, with a particular emphasis on disputes involving non‐competition and employment agreements, theft of trade secrets, tortious interference with contracts, and breach of fiduciary duties. Mr.
Litigation - Labor and Employment Attorney · Serving Dallas, TX
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About Michael Baum at a Glance
Michael Baum is a employment and litigation attorney based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Brown Fox PLLC. Educated at The University of Texas (J.D., 1998). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Baum
- Michael Baum is a seasoned trial lawyer and respected courtroom advocate specializing in employment and commercial litigation, with a particular emphasis on disputes involving non‐competition and employment agreements, theft of trade secrets, tortious interference with contracts, and breach of fiduciary duties
- Mr. Baum is frequently consulted by employers and executives on a wide range of matters, including employee discipline, employment investigations, and strategic employment decisions
- He represents parties in employment related matters in both state and federal court based on wrongful termination and discrimination in the workplace (age, race, gender, pregnancy, national origin, religion and disability)
- claims of unpaid overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act
- and cases involving alleged violations of the Family Medical Leave Act
- In addition, Mr. Baum handles complex business litigation, including claims of breach of contract, partnership disputes, and fraud
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Baum's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Baum handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Dallas.
Employment Law in Dallas
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael Baum is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Texas →
Civil Litigation in Dallas
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael Baum is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →
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 Michael Baum
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 Michael Baum's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, Michael Baum 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 Michael Baum 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 Michael Baum Handles in Dallas
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