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David M. Minces has practiced law for 20 years and has been Board Certified in Labor and Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 2007. Much of his practice is devoted to handling employment litigation matters from the case investigation stage through oral argument before appellate courts. Mr. Minces has a history of successfully representing clients in state and federal trial courts and appellate courts.
In addition to his employment law experience, Mr. Minces has represented clients in lawsuits involving allegations of fraud, defamation, medical/dental malpractice, product liability, construction defects, premises liability, negligence resulting in personal injury and other general litigation.
To protect clients’ interests, Mr. Minces routinely helps them find proactive solutions to personnel problems in order to avoid litigation. Mr. Minces also gives presentations to business professionals on labor and employment law issues. Before founding his law firm, Mr. Minces was special counsel in the Houston office of Adams and Reese LLP (among the largest 200 law firms in the United States) and a co-founder of two other law firms.
Practice areas
Mr. Minces is Board Certified in Labor and Employment law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 2007. Mr. Minces has a history of successfully representing individuals and companies in state and federal trial and appellate courts.
21 years
Mr. Minces has experience writing, revising, evaluating and negotiating: employment agreements, confidentiality agreements, non-compete agreements, non-solicitation agreements and Severance/separation agreements. Mr. Minces also has experience providing clients with strategic advice regarding contracts. Mr. Minces is versed in writing, revising and negotiating contracts to protect his client's interests. If litigation becomes necessary, Mr. Minces will fight to enforce your contractual rights.
21 years
Mr. Minces has fought for employees that have been wrongfully terminated for reasons relating to discrimination of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, citizenship, or disability. David has the knowledge and experience to fight any wrongful termination that is protected by law including "Whistleblower" retaliation.
21 years
Languages spoken
Spanish, English
Minces PLLC
4545 Bissonnet Street
Suite 286
Bellaire, TX, 77401
Dallas Office (By Appointment Only)
2777 N. Stemmons Fwy
Suite 425
Dallas, TX, 75207
Rio Grande Valley Office (By Appointment Only)
200 N 12th Ave
Edinburg, TX, 78541
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 2000 | 12/05/2020 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
Top One Percent | National Association of Distinguished Counsel | 2019 |
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
Who's Who of American Lawyers | Strathmore's Who's Who | 2015 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2010 |
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Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2009 |
Rising Star | Texas Monthly Magazine | 2009 |
Board Certified | Texas Board of Legal Specialization | 2007 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Minces PLLC | 2014 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Houston Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Houston Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section | Member | N/A |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2000 |
University of Nebraska, Lincoln | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1993 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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CLE Luncheon (January) | Wage and Hour 101 | 2017 |
Lunch & Learn, CLE | "The Triangle of Death": Overlap and Interplay between Texas Workers Compensation Law, The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) | 2016 |
Lunch & Learn CLE | Legal Aspects of Recordkeeping | 2016 |
Houston Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section | Workers Compensation Retaliation Law | 2011 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Anonymous Arbitration | Recovered unpaid overtime and liquidated damages on employee's behalf in a 1-day arbitration proceeding. |
Tomasa Duran v. Galveston County, Texas | Obtained a unanimous jury verdict in favor of Galveston County, Texas. Judgment rendered that Plaintiff take nothing and pay court costs. |
Billy Brown v. Nucor Steel Jackson, Inc. | Obtained summary judgment in federal court in Mississippi in favor of a steel maker. |
Robert Powell et al. v. Galveston County, Texas | Obtained a recommendation of summary judgment in in favor of Galveston County, Texas. Following the federal Magistrate Judge’s recommendation of dismissal, plaintiffs dismissed the case and agreed not to appeal in order to avoid prevailing party costs. |
Barrett Riess vs. Vulcraft-Texas | Obtained a Recommendation of Dismissal. |
Gonzalo Ayala et al. v. City of Bay City Texas | Obtained summary judgment in federal court in Houston in favor of the City of Bay City, Texas on all claims asserted by plaintiffs. |
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Talmadge Scobey v. Nucor Corporation | Obtaining summary judgment in client's favor. |
Roger Willis v. Nucor Corporation | Obtained summary judgment in Leon County, Texas. |
Gerry Harris v. Nucor Corporation | Obtained a unanimous jury verdict in client's favor. |
Paul Bustillos v. Fiesta Mart | Obtaining a unanimous jury verdict in grocery store's favor. |
Jerry Judd v. Community Home Loan, LLC | Obtained summary judgment on behalf of a lender. |
Algernoa Crenshaw v. Nucor Corporation | Obtained summary judgment in client's favor. |
David Jensen v. Nucor Corporation | Obtained total victory in favor of a steel maker. |
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Ronald Dupree, Employment and labor Attorney on Jun 11, 2019
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I was the opposing lawyer on a case that David and I worked on years ago. Even though our clients were adverse, David was always very professional and courteous. He is highly-skilled in this area and I endorse him without reservation.
Michael Fradin, Employment and labor Attorney on Apr 17, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I co-counseled a difficult case with David and was highly impressed by not only his professionalism and extensive knowledge of litigation strategies, but also by his work ethic and his ability to immerse himself deeply in a case through completion. I enthusiastically endorse this attorney and look forward to working with him and his office again.
Gabriela Barake, Employment and labor Attorney on May 17, 2017
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
David makes his clients a priority and aggressively advocates for every single one, whether they are companies or individuals, executives or entry-level employees. Having worked in employment law for several years and having been exposed to many different lawyers, I don't hesitate to rank David as #1. He is a tremendous person and a remarkable lawyer. His work ethic and creativity is unparalleled. The time and attention he puts into strategy is truly something to be admired. I simply can't recommend him enough.
Jerry Mckenney, Employment and labor Attorney on Dec 2, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
David is an excellent and very effective lawyer. He has my highest recommendation.
Francisco Caycedo, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 13, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I definitely endorse this lawyer. He is by far one of the best lawyers I have ever worked with. He has always demonstrated a tremendous work ethic, attention to detail at every turn, enthusiasm for the practice of law, and genuine concern for his client's best interest. Any client can rest assured that they are in good hands if represented by David Minces.