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Mr. McElyea is married and has been with his wife over twenty-six years and they have two children. In his spare time, Mr. McElyea can be found at local gyms playing basketball several times a week. In addition, Mr. McElyea is an avid fisherman, hunter and enjoys the outdoors and spending time with his family.
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McElyea Law
1500 N. Kimball Ave., Suite 100
Southlake, TX, 76092
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 1990 | 05/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2018 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2018 |
Magna Cum Laude | Texas San Antonio | 1987 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Law Office of Thomas McElyea, P.C. | 2001 - Present |
Attorney | Cooper & Scully, A Professional Corporation | 1999 - 2001 |
Associate | Jack Sides Jr. | 1990 - 1999 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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National Trial Lawyers-Top 100 | Member | 2018 - Present |
State Bar of Texas | Member | 1990 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Fort Worth Star Telegram | Fort Worth Roman Catholic Diocese settles sexual abuse case | 2012 |
Houston Chronicle | Lawsuit claims seminary failed to stop molester | 2005 |
Fort Worth Star Telegram | Abuse victim settles lawsuit against seminary | 2005 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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St. Marys University School of Law | Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.) | 1990 |
The University of Texas At San Antonio | Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) | 1987 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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DWI Defense | Mastering DWI Defense | 2017 |
Guardianship Seminar | Guardianship Law | 2017 |
Guardianship Law | Guardianship Law | 2016 |
Privacy Best Practices for Lawyers | What Every Law Practices | 2016 |
Contractors v. Employees | A Modern Look at Contractors v. Employees | 2016 |
Independent Contractors | The Assault on Independent Contractors | 2016 |
Criminal Justice Seminar | Ethical Issues of Contemporary Criminal Justice | 2016 |
Protecting Minors (Attendee) | Human Trafficking, Child Exploitation | 2016 |
Family Law Seminar | Family Law | 2016 |
DWI Defense | Mastering DWI Defense | 2015 |
Family Law Seminar | Family Law | 2015 |
Health Law Seminar | Health Law | 2015 |
Social Media and the Law | Social Media and the Law | 2014 |
Health Law Seminar | Health Law | 2014 |
Recovering Assets | Recovering Assets | 2014 |
Freedom of Information Act for Attorneys and Access | Freedom of Information Act for Attorneys and Access | 2014 |
Personal Injury Litigation | Personal Injury Litigation | 2013 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Sexual harrassment | Settlement |
sexual abuse | Settlement |
Tractor Trailer lawsuit | Settlement |
Business Fraud | Judgement against Defendants |
Custody Battle | Father obtains sole custody of daughter |
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Michael Bassett, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 14, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I've worked with Tom for nearly 20 years and have had many cases against him. He is aggressive and pushes hard for his clients. But, at the same time, he's the consummate professional. If Tom tells you he is going to do something, you can take it to the bank. I'm always pleased when I see Tom on the other side of the lawsuit because I know he's not going to play games.
Shannon Guthrie, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 5, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Tom for over 6 years and have worked with him at a prior law firm. I also have sent referrals to Tom for matters not within my expertise and have found him to handle those referrals with the utmost respect and efficiency. Tom is a true advocate for anyone he represents, especially in difficult situations.
Michael Bassett, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 14, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I've worked with Tom for nearly 20 years and have had many cases against him. He is aggressive and pushes hard for his clients. But, at the same time, he's the consummate professional. If Tom tells you he is going to do something, you can take it to the bank. I'm always pleased when I see Tom on the other side of the lawsuit because I know he's not going to play games.
Shannon Guthrie, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 5, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Tom for over 6 years and have worked with him at a prior law firm. I also have sent referrals to Tom for matters not within my expertise and have found him to handle those referrals with the utmost respect and efficiency. Tom is a true advocate for anyone he represents, especially in difficult situations.
Robert Tenorio, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 22, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Thomas is a strong advocate for his clients while maintaining integrity and professionalism. I would recommend him.