Atty. William D. "Dick" Wiles

Atty. William D. "Dick" Wiles

Dick Wiles defends physicians and health care providers in medical malpractice claims. He has tried more than 100 medical practice cases in state and federal courts.

Dallas Dallas 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About William D. "Dick" Wiles at a glance

William D. "Dick" Wiles is a medical malpractice attorney based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Mayer LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Texas (1974). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1974) and University of Houston Law Center (B.A. Political Science, 1971). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (2026). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Dick Wiles defends physicians and health care providers in medical malpractice claims
  • He has tried more than 100 medical practice cases in state and federal courts
  • He also represents physicians in administrative proceedings before the Texas Medical Board
  • Dick also represents medical device manufacturers and pharmaceutical companies in product liability cases
  • Dick is widely recognized for his excellence in medical malpractice and product liability defense
  • He receives many of his clients from insurance companies who have worked with him over the years and is also retained by individual physicians to represent them in healthcare liability or administrative matters
  • Dick has made presentations to medical associations, physician groups and State Bar programs over the years, and authored a chapter on medical legal considerations in Patient Care in Plastic Surgery, a plastic surgery text
  • He has been recognized by his peers as an AV-rated attorney in Martindale-Hubbell
  • Practicing law for over 40 years, Dick offers a breadth of experience and counsel in medical-related disputes
  • He has achieved the distinction of Diplomate of the American Board of Trial Advocates, he is a member of the National Academy of Jurisprudence, (formerly known as: American Academy of Trial Lawyers) and has previously served as a member of the Texas Medical Disclosure Panel
  • He is also a member of the Texas Association of Defense Counsel, the Dallas Association of Defense Counsel and the Dallas Bar Association
  • Dick is a member of the same SMU law school class as Jerry Hiersche and Bill Hayward, and has been with HHDU since 2003
  • He received his J.D. from Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law in 1974, where he was selected for the Phi Alpha Phi honor society and served as Editor for the Journal of Air Law and Commerce
  • He previously earned his B.A., magna cum laude, in political science from the University of Houston and was a member of the Honors Program
  • Bar Admissions Texas, 1974 Court Admissions U.S
  • Court of Appeals 5th Circuit U.S
  • District Court Northern District of Texas U.S
  • District Court Eastern District of Texas U.S
  • District Court Western District of Texas U.S
  • District Court Southern District of Texas U.S
  • District Court Eastern District of Arkansas U.S
  • District Court Western District of Arkansas Education Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law, Dallas, Texas, J.D., 1974Law Journal: Journal of Air Law and Commerce, Editor, 1973 – 1974Phi Delta Phi Honor Society University of Houston, Houston, Texas, B.A., magna cum laude, 1971Major: Political Science

Practice Areas Explained

William D. "Dick" Wiles's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William D. "Dick" Wiles handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 William D. "Dick" Wiles

Where is William D. "Dick" Wiles's law office located?
William D. "Dick" Wiles's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Mayer LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William D. "Dick" Wiles handle?
William D. "Dick" Wiles focuses on medical malpractice. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has William D. "Dick" Wiles practiced law?
William D. "Dick" Wiles has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did William D. "Dick" Wiles go to law school?
William D. "Dick" Wiles earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A. Political Science, 1971).
How can I contact William D. "Dick" Wiles for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William D. "Dick" Wiles received?
William D. "Dick" Wiles's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Leading Lawyers of Texas, 2017.

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1974
B.A. Political Science
University of Houston Law Center
- 1971

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Leading Lawyers of Texas, 2017
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Premier 100 Trial Attorneys in Texas, National Academy of Jurisprudence, 2016
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — DRI, The Voice of the Defense Bar, 1995
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Association of Defense Counsel
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Medical Disclosure Panel, 1987 – 1993
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — American Board of Trial Advocates, 1986
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent, Martindale Hubbell, 1985
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Dallas/Fort Worth)
- 2021

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1974

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