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David Jefrie Mizgala
About David
Biography
David is experienced in federal civil appeals [United States Supreme Court, 5th Circuit, 11th Circuit, D.C. Circuit] and state civil appeals [Supreme Court, Intermediate State Appellate Courts]. In addition to his active appellate practice, David routinely handles complex commercial litigation cases involving multiple parties, contract disputes and claims filed under the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act (TDTPA) in state trial courts.
Upon completion of law school in 2001 before entering private practice, David served as a law clerk to the Honorable Jan P. Patterson, of the Texas Court of Appeals, Third District and the Honorable Wallace B. Jefferson, of the Supreme Court of Texas (Chief Justice, retired).
David enjoys travel and photograpy. Sea life such as humpback whales, orca and sea birds are among his favorite subjects, although he never has too many photos of his Boxer and American Staffordshire Terrier (the dogs).
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Appeals
100%
25 years
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Licensed in Texas for 24 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Baron & Budd, P.C.
3102 Oak Lawn Avenue, #1100, Dallas, TX, 75219
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Posted by anonymous | June 11, 2015 | Appeals
David is a personable, accurate, and caring lawyer - highly recommended.
David handled our appeal in a professional and efficient manner. His brief writing skills are second to none. Without overcharging, he takes his time to fully understand the case, the law, and his client's best interests. When opposing lawyers obfuscate the facts to try to further their case, Davi...
David Jefrie Mizgala's Lawyer Endorsements
"I like working with David Mizgala as co-counsel because you get a great mind - who clerked for the Chief Justice of the Texas Supreme Court - with David's huge heart, great passion, perfect candor, and sense of humor. David likes to help the underdog, so if you've got a Giant to slay, consider calling David."
"David is an accomplished appellate attorney. His outstanding writing abilities bring polish to his persuasive legal arguments."
Andrew Korn
Litigation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2013
Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2013
Legal Leaders Top Rated Lawyers - Appellate & Commercial Lit., Texas Lawyer Magazine
2012
Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2011
Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2010
Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
N/A
AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Senior Appellate Attorney, Baron & Budd, P.C.
2014 - Present
Principal Attorney, Mizgala Law PLLC
2006 - 2014
Shareholder, Munsch Hardt Kopf & Harr PC
2003 - 2006
Associate, Ratliff Law Firm
2002 - 2003
Briefing Attorney, Supreme Court of Texas
2001 - 2002
Briefing Attorney, Third Court of Appeals of Texas
Associations
2006 - Present
Dallas Bar Association - Appellate Law & Business Litigation SectionsMember
2003 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
State Bar of Texas - Appellate & Litigation SectionsMember
State Bar of Texas, Appellate Pro Bono Committee
Co-Chair
2000 - 2001
South Texas College of LawManaging Editor - Law Review
Sample of Legal Cases
Michelle Manautou v. Teachers Insurance and Annuities Association of America, et al
Petition for review is pending before the Supreme Court of Texas (Case #15-0377).
A. S. E., Petitioner v. A. S.
Defeated Petition for Certiorari at the Supreme Court of the United States (Case #13-371).
Flagstar Bank, FSB v. Mark Walker, et al
Client prevailed at the Intermediate Court of Appeals (Case #05-13-00724-CV).
In the Interest Of S.G.E.
Client prevailed at the Supreme Court of Texas (Case #12-0542).
Michael McDaniel v. The Town of Double Oak
Client prevailed in reversing lower court judgement (Case #02-10-00452-CV).
Education
2001
South Texas College of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1995
State University of New York At Geneseo
Bachelor of Arts,
Speaking Engagements
2012
Monthly Membership Meeting
Top 10 Appellate Issues to Consider Before Your Next Trial
2012
CLE Panel Discussion
Trial and appellate procedures and best practices
Publications
2012
CLE Powerpoint Presentation
Top 10 Appellate Issues to Consider Before Your Next Trial
2001
South Texas Law Review
United States v. Emerson: A Return to Liberty and Traditional Interpretation: The Second Amendment As an Individual Right to Bear Arms
2001
South Texas Law Review
Identifying and Accommodating the Learning-Disabled Lawyer
Languages
English