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4.9 /5.0
98 Client Reviews
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Dan A. Atkerson
also known as Law Offices of Dan A. Atkerson
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Dan A. Atkerson is a highly rated and experienced North Dallas employment attorney with over 41 years of formidable legal experience in fighting workplace injustices, including sexual harassment, wrongful termination, and employment discrimination and whistleblower retaliation. Admitted to the State Bar of Texas in 1984, Dan is also authorized to practice in all state and federal courts in North Texas, as well as the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. His practice focuses on protecting employee rights in Collin and Dallas Counties, handling cases involving labor law, employment discrimination (age, race, gender, disability, and religion), whistleblower retaliation, sexual harassment, wrongful termination, breach of employment contract, unpaid compensation and severance negotiations.
Dan earned his Juris Doctor and MBA from Texas Tech University in 1984, where he served as Editor-in-Chief of the award-winning Texas Tech Law Review. Recognized for his academic excellence, he received multiple awards for his published articles and editorial contributions. After moving to Dallas, Dan dedicated his career to private civil practice, working with national and private firms before establishing his own law firm. Known for his personalized approach and commitment to high-quality service, Dan Atkerson provides trusted legal counsel to employees and executives in North Dallas, Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Allen and Richardson and other Dallas and Collin County cities. Contact his Collin County office to discuss your workplace concerns today.
I am an experienced aggressive attorney for employee rights on employment termination and discrimination claims, sexual harassment, employment retaliation, and severance negotiations. I have 41 years of practice experience.
Representing employees in cases of race, sex, sexual harassment, sexual orientation, age, disability, FMLA and pregnancy discrimination and retaliation for opposing discriminatory or illegal practices
Employee rights lawyer representing employees on claims of wrongful termination, employment discrimination, sexual harassment and retaliation as well as severance negotiations
41 years of successful litigation experience for employees in Texas state and federal courts
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
60%
Discrimination
20%
Litigation
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 41 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Dan A Atkerson
(866) 575-5872
Mobile
3401 Andesite Road, Mckinney, TX, 75071
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Showing 16 - 20 of 25 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by anonymous | September 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Fast, listens to client, understands issues
What an amazing person to have on your side when facing adversity. The adversity turned Triumph with Dan on my side. I was on paternity leave and a huge firm decided to lay me off while on paternity leave. I called 10 Attorney’s and all were negative except fir Dan. He got me a quick settlement and a...
Posted by Melissa | June 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Honest and responsive!
Dan was wonderful throughout the process of my claim. He always responded immediately to my questions and concerns, and was great at clarifying anything that was unclear to me.
Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Professional, reliable and knowledgeable.
Dan Atkerson has been extremely helpful in my case, he has kept up and informed me every step of the way and as the result I was very satisfied for the outcome. I highly recommend him and also have recommended him with other people that was seeking legal counsel. Dan is professional, reliable and kno...
Posted by SK | March 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Hostile Work Invironment/Sexual Harassment Case
Dan Atkerson always kept me informed on how my case was going and sent me all communication with the other parties. I did not think a lawyer would even take my case, but he did. My case was settled in a timely manner and I am very pleased with the outcome considering the reason. I feel like I have so...
Posted by William | February 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Dan Atkerson Recommendation
I hired Dan to represent me. He is extremely prompt, hands on, thorough, and an excellent and fair negotiator. I highly recommend him and would definitely use his services again.
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Experience
Honors
2025
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1984 - Present
Attorney Owner, Law Offices of Dan A. Atkerson
Associations
Dallas Bar Association
Member
American Bar Association
Member
State Bar of Texas
Member
Education
1984
Texas Tech University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
Texas Tech University
MBA - Master of Business Administration
1981
University of Texas System, Tyler
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Publications
1994
Southern Methodist University Law Review
Professional Responsibility, Annual Survey of Texas Law
1984
Texas Tech Law Review
Editor
1983
Texas Tech Law Review
Protection of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation: Judicial Interpretation of Applicable Criminal Sanctions Under Title, 18, United States Code
1983
Texas Tech Law Review
The Double Jeopardy Carving Doctrine is Abandoned in Texas
Languages
English