The first time I ever stood up in front of a jury, I knew that it was where I belonged. I’ve been told that, in front of a jury, I seem to have the opposite of stage fright, and I suppose that’s true. It’s where I feel most comfortable, advocating for my clients, arguing their case.
I’m a trial lawyer. If I believe in a cause, I’ll fight for it – with everything I’ve got – for as long as I have to. I just don’t know any other way to approach this work.
I try cases because I enjoy helping people, whether they’re ordinary people who’ve been wronged by a product or company, or a business that’s been harmed by the actions of another. I truly do care about the people I represent. If I ever stop caring, I’ll quit practicing law.
Languages spoken
English
Aldous \ Walker LLP
4311 Oak Lawn Avenue
Suite 150
Dallas, TX, 75219
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 1985 | 05/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Best Lawyers in America | Best Lawyers in America | 2015 |
Litigation Star | Benchmark Litigation | 2015 |
D Magazine | Best Lawyers in Dallas | 2015 |
Texas Super Lawyer | SuperLawyers | 2015 |
Lifetime Achievement Award | Texas Lawyer | 2015 |
Best Lawyers in America | Best Lawyers in America | 2014 |
Texas Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2014 |
Best Lawyers in Dallas | D Magazine | 2014 |
Best Lawyers in Dallas | D Magazine | 2013 |
Best Lawyers in America | Best Lawyers in America | 2013 |
Best Lawyers in Dallas | D Magazine | 2013 |
Compassionate Gladiator Award | Florida Justice Association | 2013 |
500 Leading Plaintiff Lawyers in America | Lawdragon | 2013 |
Medical Malpractice Lawyer of the Year in Dallas | Best Lawyers in America | 2013 |
Top 10 Lawyers in Texas | Texas Super Lawyers | 2013 |
Top 10 Lawyers in Texas | Texas Super Lawyers | 2012 |
Top 100 Lawyers in Texas | Super Lawyers | 2012 |
Best Lawyers in America | Best Lawyers in America | 2012 |
Best Lawyers in Dallas | D Magazine | 2012 |
Top 100 Lawyers in Texas | Super Lawyers | 2011 |
Tier 1 Ranking-Personal Injury Litigation & Medical Malpractice | Best Lawyers | 2011 |
Best Lawyers in Dallas | D Magazine | 2011 |
500 Leading Plaintiff Lawyers in America | Lawdragon | 2011 |
Best Lawyers in America | Best Lawyers in America | 2011 |
Best Lawyers in America | Best Lawyers in America | 2010 |
Best Lawyers in Dallas | D Magazine | 2010 |
Top 100 Lawyers in Texas | Super Lawyers | 2010 |
Best Lawyers in America | Best Lawyers in America | 2009 |
Best Lawyers in Dallas | D Magazine | 2009 |
Top 100 Lawyers in Texas | Super Lawyers | 2009 |
Personal Injury Litigator of the Year-Dallas | Best Lawyers in America | 2009 |
Trial Lawyer of the Year | American Board of Trial Advocates (Texas Chapter) | 2008 |
Top 100 Lawyers in Texas | Super Lawyers | 2008 |
Best Lawyers in America | Best Lawyers in America | 2008 |
Best Lawyers in Dallas | D Magazine | 2008 |
500 Leading Plaintiff Lawyers in America | Lawdragon | 2007 |
Best Lawyers in Dallas | D Magazine | 2007 |
Top 100 Lawyers in Texas | Super Lawyers | 2007 |
Best Lawyers in America | Best Lawyers in America | 2007 |
Best Lawyers in Dallas | D Magazine | 2006 |
Best Lawyers in America | Best Lawyers in America | 2006 |
Top 100 Lawyers in Texas | Super Lawyers | 2006 |
Best Lawyers in Dallas | D Magazine | 2005 |
Best Lawyers in America | Best Lawyers in America | 2005 |
Top 100 Lawyers in Texas | Super Lawyers | 2005 |
Top 10 “Winning Lawyers in America" | National Law Journal | 2005 |
Top 100 Lawyers in Texas | Super Lawyers | 2004 |
Top 10 Verdicts in the Nation | Lawyers Weekly | 2004 |
Best Lawyers in America | Best Lawyers in America | 2004 |
Top 100 Lawyers in Texas | Super Lawyers | 2003 |
Best Lawyers in America | Best Lawyers in America | 2003 |
Best Lawyers in Dallas | D Magazine | 2003 |
Best Lawyers in Dallas | D Magazine | 2001 |
Top 10 Verdicts in the Nation | Lawyers Weekly | 2000 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Founder | Aldous \ Walker LLP | 2000 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Board of Trial Advocates (Dallas Chapter) | Executive Committee | 2001 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | N/A |
American Association for Justice | Member | N/A |
Inner Circle of Advocates | Member | N/A |
Texas Bar Foundation | Fellow | N/A |
Texas Trial Lawyers Association | Member | N/A |
Dallas County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Dallas Trial Lawyers Association | Member | N/A |
American Board of Trial Advocates (Dallas Chapter) | President | 2008 - 2008 |
American Board of Trial Advocates (Dallas Chapter) | President-Elect | 2007 - 2007 |
American Board of Trial Advocates (Dallas Chapter) | Treasurer | 2006 - 2006 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law | Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.) | 1985 |
Austin College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1982 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Khader v. (Restaurant Chain) | Confidential settlement |
Doe v. Episcopal School of Dallas | Trial Verdict |
Martin v. Medical City | $269 Million Verdict |
Ashcraft v. Conoco | Settlement during trial |
Mark Stradley, Litigation Attorney on Jul 25, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer.
Jory Lange, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 7, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Charla is unique among trial lawyers. No one fights harder for their clients. And no one cares more about their clients than Charla. Charla only takes cases that she believes in. So when Charla takes a case, her client's cause becomes her cause.
Mark Stradley, Litigation Attorney on Jul 25, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Jory Lange, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 7, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Charla is unique among trial lawyers. No one fights harder for their clients. And no one cares more about their clients than Charla. Charla only takes cases that she believes in. So when Charla takes a case, her client's cause becomes her cause.
Carl Gunnstaks, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 18, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I recommend Charla for Personal Injury matters and look forward to working with him in the future on legal issues of common interest I endorse this lawyer. I endorse this lawyer.