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Biography
Jack is the CEO and lead trial attorney of Zinda Law Group, a personal injury firm with offices in Texas, Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, and Florida. A proud trial lawyer and Texas native, Jack has extensive experience with cases involving catastrophic personal injury, trucking accidents, wrongful death victims, commercial litigation, gas explosions, defective product injuries, and more.
As a trial attorney, Jack takes tremendous pride in giving a voice to people and families who need help battling powerful adversaries. When a client trusts him with their case, they are his top priority. He keeps his clients up to date on the progress of their case and ensures that their needs come first. A core value that drives his work – excellence always – is shared across Zinda Law Group because “good enough” is not good enough for the firm’s clients.
Jack also founded Client Chat Live™, an integral service provider to growing businesses. Client Chat Live™ enables businesses to interact with customers directly with a chat feature on their website, offers overall customization for chat pop-ups, provides a custom chat script, and features 24/7 professional chat operators to meet business and client needs. Client Chat Live™ also makes it easy for businesses to get valuable reviews and testimonials.
Jack has been recognized nationally over the years by Super Lawyers, the National Trial Lawyers Association (Top 40 Under 40, 2012, 2013, and 2019), received the highest designation from online law directory, AVVO Corporation, and is a lifetime member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. He is a member of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys, serves on the Texas Trial Lawyers Association Board of Directors, the American Association for Justice Leaders Forum, served as a former president of the Capital Area Trial Lawyers Association (2015-2016), and served on the YPO.
He also believes that lawyers should support their community whenever possible. Throughout the year, Zinda Law Group collaborates with organizations such as the Central Texas Food Bank, the Austin Humane Society, CASA, Color of Change, and more. Additionally, the firm provides an annual scholarship to higher education students who are pursuing careers in public service.
Compassionate, Knowledgeable, Skilled, Serious Injury Lawyers, Free Consult, No Recovery No Fee.
Compassionate, Knowledgeable, Skilled, Injury Law Representation, Free Consult, No Recovery No Fee
Compassionate, Knowledgeable, Skilled, Serious Accident Lawyers, Free Consult, No Recovery No Fee
Compassionate, Knowledgeable, Skilled, Injury Law Representation, Free Consult, No Recovery No Fee
Compassionate, Knowledgeable, Skilled, Wrongful Death Lawyers, Free Consult, No Recovery No Fee
Practice Areas
11
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
60%
19 years | 1,000 cases
Trucking Accident
15%
19 years | 54 cases
Car Accident
7%
19 years
Wrongful Death
4%
19 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-33%
Licenses
Licensed in New Mexico for 7 years
State: New Mexico
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Licensed in Colorado for 11 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Arizona for 13 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 19 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Zinda Law Group, PLLC (Principal Office)
8834 N. Capital of TX Hwy, Suite 304, Austin, TX, 78759
zdfirm.com/Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Jack online.
Jack Clayton Zinda's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 18 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Aubrey | March 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Tenacious, Knowledgeable, Detailed Oriented, Compassionate, Hard Working, Superb Time Management & Communication Skills.
If You Don’t Trust the People You Work With Your as Good as Dead! Zinda Law Group is definitely the firm you want In/Outside the courtroom. When dealing with an unfortunate and untimely car wreck ZLG treated me like family. My assigned team Mr. Caputo and Chelsea Cates as the attorneys, Julia Ha...
Posted by Charlotte | July 30, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Compassionate and Helpful
Jack Zinda helped me with a time sensitive, emotional legal matter with expediency and compassion. I am thankful to Mr. Zinda for his help during this difficult time.
Posted by Jennifer | September 24, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Personal Injury Lawyer
Jack Zinda really helped me out with some complicated legal issues I was facing. He took a lot of time to talk to me about what was going on and did a bunch of extra work that I didn’t expect (at no additional cost). I could tell that he really cared about me and wasn’t just looking for a financial ...
Posted by Jeremy | September 24, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very professional and competent
From the moment I met Jack I was impressed with his professionalism. He walked me through every step of the litigation process and was straight forward and honest about my prospects of winning. My injuries were pretty serious and I was concerned I wouldn't get fully compensated. Jack was able to get ...
Posted by Sarah Glenn | May 15, 2015
Made a very difficult time in my life a little easier.
The entire staff was very accommodating and kind making this very difficult time in my life a little easier. I appreciate all of the hard work and concern for my father’s case. Thank you all so much!
Jack Clayton Zinda's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jack is an extremely talented attorney who puts all of his passion and resources into providing a positive outcome for his clients. I would hire Jack if I needed help and regularly trust him to assist in the representation of my clients as well. Jack is a tremendous asset to his clients and this profession."
"I strongly and unequivocally endorse Jack! He is an intelligent trial lawyer who repersents his clients with zeal and compassion. But most importantly, he is trusthworthy and honest! He will go beyond the call of duty for each of his clients."
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"Jack is the person you hire when you are looking for an attorney to engineer your success. He is meticulous, driven, and pays very careful attention to every detail of your case. He is deeply cognizant of the effect each decision will have on your case and will ensure that you are always moving in the right direction to achieve your goals. I highly recommend Jack Zinda to resolve your personal injury case."
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"When asked if I would recommend Jack to my friends and family my answer is unequivocally yes. True compassion and fervor for personal injury shines in every aspect of his work and his absolute dedication to the law."
"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I strongly recommend Jack for personal injury matters. He is an outstanding litigation attorney and serves his clients well."
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"Jack is one of the hardest working attorneys I know. His fidelity to the law, and his dedication to the client, make him in my opinion one of the best trial lawyers. I am comfortable sending any of my friends and family to Jack, because I know he will treat them like his own family. I'm proud to have grown this firm with him and to call him my business partner."
"Jack's optimism and fearless approach to litigation makes him an ally and representative any victim would be lucky to have."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Rising Star, Texas Monthly - Super Lawyers - Thomas Reuters
2014
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2013
Rising Star, Texas Monthly - Super Lawyers - Thomas Reuters
2013
Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2012
Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine
2012
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2012
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2011
Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine
2009
Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine
N/A
Graduate of Trial Advocates College of Texas, Texas Trial Lawyer's Association
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Founding Partner, Zinda Law Group, PLLC
Associations
2015 - Present
Capital Area Trial Lawyers AssociationPresident
Brain Injury Association of Texas
Member
Capital Area Trial Lawyers Association
Member
Texas Trial Lawyers Association
Member
2014 - 2015
Texas Trial Lawyers Association AdvocatesChairman
2014 - 2015
Capital Area Trial Lawyers AssociationTreasurer/Secretary
Sample of Legal Cases
Trucking Accident Results in $158,000.00 Recovery by Clients:
Trucking Accident Results in $158,000.00 Recovery
$287,000.00 Received by Clients in a Trucking Accident
$287,000.00 Received by Clients
Education
2005
Baylor University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
Southwestern University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2022
Crash Course: A Personal Injury CLE
Personal Injury
N/A
Brain Injury Association of Texas - 24th Annual Conference
Common Legal Issues Facing those with Traumatic Brain Injuries
Publications
2009
Brain Injury Association of Texas - 24th Annual Conference
Common Legal Issues Facing People with T.B.I.
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Guides
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
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25 Oct 2012
Legal Guide
Motorcycle Accidents
23 Oct 2012
Legal Guide
Visitation Rights
16 Oct 2012