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Whitaker Chalk Swindle & Schwartz PLLCManaging Partner
Mr. Hunter Thorne McLean
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Mr. Hunter Thorne McLean

4.7
37 reviews

301 Commerce Street, Suite 3500, Fort Worth, TX 76102

Alternative Dispute Resolution, Arbitration, AAA Arbitrator since 2007, Business Law and 8 more

About Mr. Hunter Thorne McLean

Majority of practice consists of representing clients in all manner of commercial and business disputes with an emphasis on large complex litigation. Represents a broad spectrum of clients including individuals to large publicly traded companies. Significant experience with complex disputes involving contracts, fraud, employment agreements, trade secrets, covenants not to compete, construction, real estate, leases, mineral interests, oil & gas, insurance coverage, personal injury, products liability, and health care. Has obtained favorable verdicts, arbitration awards, and settlements on behalf of clients and successfully defended clients against multimillion dollar claims. In addition, represents clients as outside general counsel on various matters and in connection with certain transactions and contracts. Member of the American Arbitration Association roster of neutral arbitrators since 2007.

Awards & Recognitions

Named to the Best Lawyers list in Construction Law, Litigation - Construction, and Litigation - Labor and Employment 2019 to present

Recognized as a Super Lawyer 2013 to present and Rising Star in 2006 and 2008. Super Lawyers is a Thomson-Reuters service printed in Texas Monthly.

Recognized as a Power Attorney in 2014 by the Fort Worth Business Press

Recognized by FW Magazine’s as one of “The 400 Most Influential People in Fort Worth ” 2021, 2022, and 2023

Recognized by Fort Worth Magazine as a Top Attorney in each year from 2002 to present.

Recognized as a Top Attorney by 360 West Magazine 2018 to present

Recognized as “40 Under 40” by Fort Worth Business Press, 2008.

AV Rated Martindale Hubbell: Preeminent.

AVVO rated Superb

Testimonials

'Hunter is an outstanding strategic thinker. His leadership, judgment and counsel have proven to be wise. He is a valuable business partner and a trusted and effective advocate for us.'

Michael Stanley, MD, President - Pediatrix Medical Group, Inc.

'Hunter's keen business sense has added value to our company. He is always thoroughly prepared and a step ahead of opposing counsel. There is no one I would rather have on my side.'

Brett Austin, Flatiron Energy Partners, LLC

Publications & Presentations

'Why Businesses Prefer to Arbitrate,' 2016

“Arbitration From Arbitrator’s Perspective,” Tarrant County Bar Association Section of Business Litigation, 2014.

Current Arbitration Practice: Users, Advocates and Arbitrators, 2013

 

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AV Preeminent Peer Rated
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Champion Badge Silver

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

Champion Badge Gold

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

Champion Badge Platinum

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

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Mr. Hunter Thorne McLean got this award in 2021

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Avvo Awards

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Areas of Law

  • Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • Business Law 1
    • Business Litigation
  • Litigation
  • Construction Law 1
    • Construction Litigation
  • Other 6
    • Arbitration, AAA Arbitrator since 2007
    • Represents select clients as outside general counsel
    • Insurance Coverage Litigation
    • Intellectual Property Litigation
    • Non-Compete Litigation
    • Real Estate Litigation

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Fixed hourly rates: $395/hr
    Fixed fees available
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  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
    Video Call Options
    Zoom
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Managing Partner
    Firm Name
    Whitaker Chalk Swindle & Schwartz PLLC
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    Reported Opinions: Great Am. Ins. Co. v. Hamel, 444 S.W.3d 780 (Tex. App.-El Paso 2014, pet. filed).
  • Additional Links
    http://whitakerchalk.com

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1993, Texas
    1994, Arkansas
    1994, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
    2000, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
    2006, U.S. Court of Appeals of the 5th Circuit
    2006, US Supreme Court
    Memberships

    Associations & Memberships

    AAA Arbitrator

    American Bar Association

    American Health Lawyers Association

    State Bar of Texas

    Alternative Dispute Resolution Section

    Council Member (2013)

    Business Litigation Section

    Construction Section

    Intellectual Property Section

    Litigation Section

    Oil & Gas Section

    Real Estate Section

    Tarrant County Bar Association

    Tarrant County Bar Foundation

    Texas Bar Foundation

  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Houston School of Law
    J.D.
    1993 Associate Editor

    University of Houston School of Law
    J.D.
    Houston Journal of International Law
    Other Education
    Southern Methodist University
    Class of 1990
    B.B.A.

    University of Houston School of Law
    1993 Associate Editor

    University of Houston School of Law
    Houston Journal of International Law

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Managing Partner at Whitaker Chalk Swindle & Schwartz PLLC
4.7
37 reviews

301 Commerce Street, Suite 3500Fort Worth, TX 76102U.S.A.

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Mr. Hunter Thorne McLean was admitted in 1993 to the State of Texas.
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    Mr. Hunter Thorne McLean is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas, United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas and United States Supreme Court.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review rated?
    Yes, Mr. Hunter Thorne McLean has a 4.7 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • How many attorneys are in this law firm?
    Whitaker Chalk Swindle & Schwartz PLLC has 34 attorneys at this location.
  • What year was this attorney's law firm established?
    Whitaker Chalk Swindle & Schwartz PLLC was established in 1978.

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