David Lee McNeal Jr.

Admiralty and maritime Attorney at Houston, TX

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Practice areas

Admiralty and maritime

34%

Offshore & Maritime Personal Injury, Jones Act & Seamen's Rights
Car accident

33%

Including accidents with 18-wheelers, Commercial Vehicles, and Motorcyles
Trucking accident

18%
Speeding and traffic ticket

15%

Commercial Drivers License (CDL) & Non-Commercial (Class C) Defense

My mission is to provide you with high-quality legal services and sound legal counsel. I seek to build a healthy business relationship along with personal rapport, doing my small part in strengthening the local community and our country.

The McNeal Law Group was founded by myself - a former Marine, Naval Reservist and Merchant Mariner. I am dedicated to going above and beyond the call of duty to provide you with an exemplary attorney-client experience. Especially sensitive to the special needs of veterans, offshore workers, and merchant mariners, I stand ready to serve - placing your goals as my highest priority throughout the representation and beyond.

Hiring an attorney can be a stressful and unnerving ordeal. There’s thousands of law firms, online legal service professionals, and attorneys at your fingertips. Perhaps you’ve never even thought about hiring an attorney before and don’t know where to begin.

And then you still have the actual legal problem to deal with.

Whether your legal matter is criminal or civil, big or small, complex or simple, contentious or quiet, the McNeal Law Group can assist. We make strategic decisions based on open lines of communications kept with you and any necessary party involved in your case. You are included as a part of the process and provided with the pertinent facts that will empower you to make an informed decision. While we actively search out ways to gain a competitive edge and assess all of the potential consequences of possible legal maneuvers, the decisions you make will help to guide the course of our representation.

With the McNeal Law Group you are never just a client – We're on your team.

Licensed for 7 years

State TX

Status Eligible to Practice in Texas

Acquired 2015

Updated 01/15/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Posted by Darius | June 7, 2019

Awesome lawyer

Mr. McNeal is one of the top lawyers in Houston. He's a very dependable and loyal person, he cares about his clients and works hard to get things done. One of the best lawyers money can buy and I highly recommend his service. He helped me get out of a though situation that went on for 2 years. I also had a bad car wreck during that time he took dat case also, he pulled strings and I got money I didn't expect to receive. This guy is the truth! If u need a GREAT lawyer look up David McNeal!

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Posted by anonymous | February 25, 2019

Speeding Ticket

In summary, David is an excellent attorney! He was professional, always responded to my inquiries in a timely manner, and negotiated his way to an excellent settlement given a not-so-favorable situation. What more can you ask for?

Posted by Lindsey | January 15, 2019

Hard Working, Professional and Passionate Lawyer!!

I was involved in a car accident recently and hired Mr. McNeal to represent me in my claims case. Not only did David go above and beyond to keep me updated on the status of my claim, make sure I understood how the process worked but he also took charge of my case on a personal level by paying for meals and becoming a trusted confidante. Although my claim was small, he I ended up getting back way more money than I expected thanks to David's hard work! He is VERY thorough, responds to email communication/phone calls in a timely manner, and actually cares about his clients' well being. I would recommend Mr. McNeal to anyone a thousand times over if they want their case handled promptly and professionally!

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Posted by Nathaniel | January 14, 2019

Ship repair

Mr. McNeal was a pleasure to work with and have on my side. Unfortunately I was injured on a vessel while working, and left with all of my medical bills unpaid. He was very helpful in explaining all aspects of Admiralty and Maritime Law and how it applied to me. He was also flexible about meeting after hours and around my work schedule to get my case resolved. David is a excellent communicator, and has himself worked in the maritime industry. Him being familiar with aspects of my work made me feel at ease. I am truly thankful for his help!

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Response from David McNeal January 15, 2019

Thank you for leaving a review Nathaniel. You're right - earning a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner's license, working in maritime industry as a licensed officer, and studying Admiralty / Maritime Law at Tulane University all gave me the tools necessary to realize that your injury was preventable. Moreover it allowed us to discuss the offshore and shipboard life and culture naturally and with shared familiarity. Give me a ring when you're back in town. In the meantime be safe out there. Godspeed.

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Posted by David | August 30, 2018

Thank you for a job well done.

I was overwhelmed when I received a traffic ticket and knowing full well I was not in violation of using the toll road. The Officer who issued a traffic citation did not want to hear anything and the District Attorney did not want to hear what I had to say. You gathered the information and presented it. Thank you for a job well done! David

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Response from David McNeal January 15, 2019

Thank you for leaving this review David. I grew frustrated when I sat and listened to your story about how the violation was issued and the details surrounding the alleged violation. Being wrongfully accused is a terrible feeling that is compounded when you feel that the judicial system won't hear your voice. I am glad and proud to have served as the voice you needed to negotiate a dismissal of your ticket. If you're ever wrongfully cited again, you know who to call. In the meantime be safe. All the best to you and your family in 2019.

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Posted by Ronnie | August 16, 2017

Attorney at its best!

Hire him as my attorney for a traffic ticket very minor he was very professional and good with the member of the court house. I was in and out in less than 10 mins it was painless and I happy with the outcome. I am happy to recommend him to anyone who ask me. Thanks David McNeal

Posted by Nate | June 1, 2017

Tireless Professional

David Mc Neal is a very professional, thorough, and forward thinking lawyer. Even though he specializes in Admiralty law, David was able to take our juvenile case, pursue it, and resolve the case positively. David worked with us on our case to deal with the DOJ and gave us the proper advice to speak with Justice personnel. I recommend David Mcneal to everyone and will retain his services again in the future when I need legal advice or representation.

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Posted by Bobby | June 1, 2017

Very Pleased!

I'm very pleased with David, from start to finish he made 100% sure I understood everything and all my options as far as having a commercial drivers license. He recommended taking it to jury trial and said we had a good chance of winning, which we won. He made sure he had all facts ready when the trail started and asked all the perfect questions to the jurors for us to decide who to selected. I was extremely pleased overall. We even Sat down afterward and celebrated our victory over lunch, where I learned more about David and why he's so passionate about doing his job. He's a very stand up guy, I would most definitely use him anytime I need a lawyer!

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Posted by Mr. Paul | May 24, 2017

Lawyer David McNeal

David was very knowledgeable, he knew things about police equipment that policeman didn't know himself like calibration. He knew so many legal points. He spoke clearly with the lawyer's tone. As a CDL driver I needed someone who could represent well & he really did exactly that. He stayed with me while waiting for Jury to finish. If you are looking for a good lawyer who can do a great job please don't hesitate to contact him. I highly recommend lawyer David McNeal.

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Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Managing Attorney
McNeal Law Group
2016 - Present

Education

Tulane University
JD - Juris Doctor
2011

Associations

American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Division Disaster Response Committee
Vice Chair
2018 - Present

American Bar Association, Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section
Member
2017 - Present

American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Division, Urban, Local and State Government Committee
Chair
2017 - Present

American Bar Association, Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section
Vice Chair
2017 - Present

American Bar Association Tort Trial Insurance Practice Section, Admiralty & Maritime Law Committee
Vice Chair
2017 - Present

American Bar Association
Member
2016 - Present

State Bar of Texas
Member
2015 - Present

Houston Maritime Arbitrators Association
Treasurer
2015 - Present

Houston Maritime Arbitrators Association
Board Member
2013 - Present

American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Division
Fellow
2016 - 2017

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Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Top 40 Under 40
National Black Lawyers
2018

Attorney endorsements

Received (2)

Given (2)

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Joseph Walker

Admiralty and maritime Attorney | May 06
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the opportunity to have worked with David in the past and find him to be an exceptional attorney. He is always well prepared and is not afraid of going to the court house and trying a case to achieve the best results for his clients. He also has a unique background in that he was trained in the merchant marine academy and served as an officer on both military transport ships and drill rigs. I highly recommend him to anyone who has been injured offshore and frankly for any personal injury matter."