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Atty. Vanessa M Griffith

Atty. Vanessa M Griffith

Ms. Vanessa M Griffith is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, labor, occupational safety and health and 1 other area of law.

Dallas Dallas 32 yrs experience 32 year
Call (214) 838-7726 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Vanessa M Griffith at a glance

Vanessa M Griffith is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Vinson & Elkins LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on employment, workers comp, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Texas Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Northern District Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptc (1994). Educated at The University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 1994) and Rice University (B.A. Economics, 1988). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Vanessa M Griffith is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, labor, occupational safety and health and 1 other area of law
  • Vanessa received a B.A. degree from Rice University in 1988, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Vanessa practices at Vinson & Elkins LLP in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Vanessa M Griffith's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Vanessa M Griffith is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Texas →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Vanessa M Griffith is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

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

Vanessa M Griffith is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →

Health Care Law

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Vanessa M Griffith is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Texas →

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Vanessa M Griffith

Where is Vanessa M Griffith's law office located?
Vanessa M Griffith's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Vinson & Elkins LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Vanessa M Griffith handle?
Vanessa M Griffith focuses on employment, workers comp, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Vanessa M Griffith practiced law?
Vanessa M Griffith has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Vanessa M Griffith go to law school?
Vanessa M Griffith earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A. Economics, 1988).
How can I contact Vanessa M Griffith for a consultation?
You can contact Vanessa M Griffith 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 Vanessa M Griffith received?
Vanessa M Griffith's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
The University of Texas School of Law
- 1994
B.A. Economics
Rice University
- 1988

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Texas Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Northern District Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptc
Admitted: 1994

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