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David J. Schenck

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A highly regarded trial, appellate lawyer and appellate court Justice, David Schenck leverages the perspective he gained as an appellate justice and Chair of the Texas Judicial Conduct Commission, the government-side insights he acquired as a Deputy Attorney General, and the advocacy skills he honed in countless cases to advance the interests of clients in a wide range of matters involving government oversight, regulation, or litigation.

David recognizes that every engagement, case, or issue he handles cannot and should not be viewed in isolation. For his clients in heavily regulated industries, in particular, David understands that how a given matter is addressed and resolved can have long-term implications that must be part of the calculus when developing a strategy or approach. This informs his interactions with government attorneys, regulators, and investigators and helps him find solutions that establish favorable precedents for his clients and the industries in which they operate.

David's clients span a broad spectrum of industries, including oil and gas, telecommunication, healthcare, and technology. He represents his clients in litigation and appeals, enforcement actions, and administrative proceedings, where his ability to craft compelling arguments and engage judges and appellate panels serves his clients well. David also provides proactive counseling on regulatory, tax, and other issues that intersect with state and federal government.

In addition to his commitment to clients, David is passionate about ensuring equal access to justice for individuals the legal system may otherwise leave behind. For his pro bono work promoting access to legal services for the poor, David received the President's Award from the Texas Bar Association, the organization's highest honor.

David has served on the adjunct faculty of the Southern Methodist University School of Law and the University of North Texas College of Law. He is board-certified in civil appellate law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a member of the American Law Institute, and a Barrister of the Patrick Higginbotham Inn of Court. 

“I look at every engagement, even those involving governmental scrutiny or adverse action, as an opportunity to create a more favorable legal environment for my clients. I seek resolutions that not only achieve immediate objectives but also lay the foundation for future success.”
    • State University of New York, B.A.
    • Baylor Law School, J.D.

  • Bar Admissions

    • District Of Columbia
    • Texas

  • Court Admissions

    • U.S. Tax Court; Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals
    • District of Columbia Circuit Court of Appeals
    • U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
    • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
    • U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Texas
    • U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
    • U.S. Supreme Court
    • U.S. Court of International Trade
    • First Circuit Court of Appeals
    • Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals
    • Fifth Circuit Court
    • Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals

    • Fellow, Southwestern Legal Foundation

    • Member, Lawyers Rules Advisory Committee to the Fifth Circuit

    • Member, American Law Institute

    • Member, Patrick Higgenbotham Inn of Court

    • Justice, Fifth Court of Appeals of Texas

    • Deputy Attorney General, Texas Office of the Attorney General

    • Adjunct Professor, Southern Methodist University

    • Law Clerk, United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit

Contact

Dallas214-698-7892

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