Atty. Patrick Francis Madden
When his clients are threatened by claims that could expose them to catastrophic liability, Patrick Madden develops and implements robust, aggressive, and effective defense strategies. His sound counsel and well-honed advocacy skills have earned him the trust of clients from a wide range of industries, as well as the respect of colleagues and adversaries alike.
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Patrick Francis Madden is a Shareholder based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Macdonald Devin Madden Kenefick & Harris, P.C.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, construction, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas U.S. Court of (1993). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1993) and Boston College (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dallas Bar Association State Bar of Texas Texas Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- When his clients are threatened by claims that could expose them to catastrophic liability, Patrick Madden develops and implements robust, aggressive, and effective defense strategies
- His sound counsel and well-honed advocacy skills have earned him the trust of clients from a wide range of industries, as well as the respect of colleagues and adversaries alike
- His AV-Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell® and his consistent inclusion on the Texas SuperLawyer® list and similar rolls of outstanding lawyers are a testament to his record of exceptional representation
- Patrick’s experience includes representing clients in claims involving medical devices, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, health care products, consumer electronics, heavy industrial equipment, oil field equipment, and building and construction products
- Well-versed in Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations as well as the customs and practices of the industry, Patrick has represented motor carriers and drivers in hundreds of cases
- For his transportation industry clients, Patrick leads an accident response team that is prepared seven days a week, 24 hours a day, to document an accident scene and assure preservation of critical evidence
- Patrick has successfully defended lawsuits alleging defective design, manufacture, and marketing of products
- He has represented clients in lawsuits involving allegations of breach of contract, oil and gas royalty disputes, consumer protection matters, employment issues, non-compete agreements, fraud, conversion (theft), trade secrets, trademarks, and breach of fiduciary duty
- On many occasions, he has represented clients in lawsuits arising from personal and property damages alleged to have been caused by negligence or defects in oil field equipment or services
- Additionally, Patrick represents physicians, dentists, surgical centers, hospitals, and other medical entities and professionals in healthcare and business matters
- A seasoned litigator, Patrick also provides proactive counsel focused on minimizing or neutralizing risk before litigation, regularly consulting with businesses regarding risk assessment, contracts, and dispute resolution
- Patrick earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Texas School of Law after graduating, magna cum laude, from Boston College
- He is admitted to practice in all state and federal courts in Texas, and has litigated cases in virtually every county in the state of Texas
- He has tried cases to juries in Bowie County, Collin County, Dallas County, Grayson County, Hidalgo County, Hunt County, Hutchison County, Kaufman County, Lubbock County, Parker County, Tarrant County, Wise County and several Federal District Courts
- Patrick has also been admitted pro hac vice in courts in Alabama, Arkansas, California, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Mississippi, Nevada, New York, New Jersey, North Carolina, and Oklahoma
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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.
Patrick Francis Madden is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Patrick Francis Madden is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Texas →
Patrick Francis Madden is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Texas →
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 andnue, 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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