Atty. Michael Ross Cunningham

Atty. Michael Ross Cunningham

Michael Ross Cunningham is a lawyer practicing aircraft disasters, aviation, breach of fiduciary duty & fraud and 9 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Dallas Dallas 28 Years Experience 28 year
Call (469) 983-2213

Profile Summary

About Michael Ross Cunningham at a glance

Michael Ross Cunningham is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Cunningham Swaim, LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on patent, personal injury, business, ip, and breach of contract. Admitted to practice in Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Georgia Northern District Court Indiana Southern District Court (1998). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1998) and Southern Methodist University (B.A., 1995). Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Ross Cunningham is a lawyer practicing aircraft disasters, aviation, breach of fiduciary duty & fraud and 9 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Michael practices at Cunningham Swaim, LLP in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Ross Cunningham's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Ross Cunningham handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Breach of Contract

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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 Michael Ross Cunningham

Where is Michael Ross Cunningham's law office located?
Michael Ross Cunningham's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Cunningham Swaim, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Ross Cunningham handle?
Michael Ross Cunningham focuses on patent, personal injury, business, ip, breach of contract. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Michael Ross Cunningham practiced law?
Michael Ross Cunningham has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Michael Ross Cunningham go to law school?
Michael Ross Cunningham earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact Michael Ross Cunningham for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1998
B.A.
Southern Methodist University
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Georgia Northern District Court Indiana Southern District Court
Admitted: 1998

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