Atty. Mike McKool

Atty. Mike McKool

Mr. Mike McKool is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation, intellectual property and 1 other area of law.

Dallas Dallas 52 Years Experience 52 year
Call (817) 476-3712

Profile Summary

About Mike McKool at a glance

Mike McKool is a Principal based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at McKool Smith. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas (1974). Educated at University of Texas at Austin (J.D., 1974) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dallas and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas. Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Mike McKool is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation, intellectual property and 1 other area of law
  • Mike received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Mike practices at McKool Smith in Dallas, TX and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Mike McKool's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

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

Mike McKool is one of 94,505 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Mike McKool

Where is Mike McKool's law office located?
Mike McKool's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is McKool Smith. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mike McKool handle?
Mike McKool focuses on business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Mike McKool practiced law?
Mike McKool has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Mike McKool go to law school?
Mike McKool earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Mike McKool for a consultation?
You can contact Mike McKool directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Mike McKool received?
Mike McKool's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1974
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1974

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