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Mr. John Allen Chalk
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Mr. John Allen Chalk

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

Alternative Dispute Resolution, Arbitration, Mediation and 9 more

About Mr. John Allen Chalk

After 49 years of practicing law, John Allen Chalk understands what it is that clients want from their lawyer. As a negotiator, litigator, arbitrator and mediator, John Allen applies cost-benefit and risk analysis to help his clients achieve efficient resolutions to their disputes. As a Blackstone award-winning lawyer, John Allen has a reputation for doing what’s right.

John Allen focuses on commercial transactions and litigation, state and federal regulatory matters, healthcare and ADR proceedings. Highly respected for his expertise in arbitration and mediation, John is regularly called upon to serve in this capacity both domestically and internationally.

Awards & Recognitions

Recognized by Best Lawyers and published in The Best Lawyers in America 2023 and annually since, in the fields of Arbitration and Mediation

Recognized by Best Lawyers as 2023 Lawyer of the Year in Arbitration for Dallas Fort Worth

Recognized by Best Lawyers as 2023 Lawyer of the Year in Mediation for Dallas Fort Worth

Named a “ Texas Super Lawyer ” every year from 2003 to present. “Super Lawyers” is a Thomson-Reuters service printed in Texas Monthly

AV-Rated Martindale-Hubbell: Preeminent

Recognized as one of Fort Worth’s “ The 400” by FW Inc. Magazine 2021

Named a “ Top Attorney ” each year from 2003 to present by Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

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

Co-Recipient of the 2016 Justice Frank G. Evans Award

The 2012-2013 Blackstone Award, an annual honor bestowed on one lawyer by the Tarrant County Bar Association

Named a 2008 Power Attorney by The Fort Worth Business Press

Emeritus Master, Eldon B. Mahon Inn of Court, American Inns of Court, Fort Worth, Texas

Member, Sergeant Inn of Court, American Inns of Court

Member and fellow, College of State Bar of Texas

Life Patron fellow of the American Bar Foundation

fellow (Life), Texas Bar Foundation

fellow (Founding Life), Tarrant County Bar Foundation

Finalist, “Go-To-Lawyer” (Arbitration and Mediation) (2012), Texas Monthly

Industry Specific Resumes

•AAA Resume
•Arbitrator (Private Ad Hoc) Resume
•Energy Resume
•Healthcare Resume
•International Commercial Resume

Publications & Presentations

THE ARBITRATION NEWS LETTER 'Series' - Current & Past Issues are found here:

'Adjunct Professor, 'Arbitration Practice and Advocacy,' Law 5402, Pepperdine University School of Law, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021.'

'Suggestions for Better Supply Chain Contracts,' Institute for Supply Chain Management, Fort Worth, Texas Chapter (2020)

'Protecting the [Arbitration] Award' for State Bar of Texas Advanced ADR Seminar

'Arbitration Fundamentals and Best Practices for New AAA Arbitrators,' AAA Training (2017,2019,2021)

'Arbitrator Conflicts and Disclosures' webinar on May 9, 2019.

Award Writing Clear Concise Complete, State Bar of Texas Seminar (2019)

Handling the Final Hearing, State Bar of Texas (2019)

'Arbitration Update,' TCBA ADR Section (2018)

'Arbitration Update,' Northeast Tarrant County Bar Association (2018)

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Testimonials

'John Allen Chalk, Sr. provides prompt and skillful legal services for my transportation brokerage services business located in Fort Worth, Texas. Our company provides financial and operational support services for independent contractor transportation brokers who work all over the U.S. Chalk and the Whitaker Chalk law firm team have been extremely helpful in restructuring ownership of our company and assisting with the rapid growth of services our company provides our growing number of customers.'

Dennis Martin, Member and Manager, SEL Supply Chair Solutions, LLC.

John Allen Chalk has represented me in general corporate and finance matters, including both domestic and international transactions. He responds promptly and with genuine personal and profession concern. He is always candid and helpful in our communications.

Kent Bogle, Fort Worth, Texas

'When I have a question about the operation of my highly-regulated business, I call John Allen Chalk.'

Sharon Gamblin Rowley Owner Fort Worth Beauty School

'John Allen Chalk helped me resolve a stressful dispute with his personal attention and sound legal, business, and financial advice.'

Jay Hearne, Fort Worth, Texas.

'I have recommended and observed John Allen Chalk arbitrate a healthcare dispute involving a regional medical center as well as mediate or arbitrate other significant business disputes. I have also participated in arbitrator training conducted by him and had many discussions with him about dispute resolution. He is a hard-working, creative, and committed dispute resolver whom I will continue to recommend to parties who consult with me. His experience and education make him a truly exceptional arbitrator.'

Robert J. ('Jerry') Strader, DDS, MSD, FACD, Brig. Gen., U.S. Army (retired) MS, Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, Pepperdine University School of Law Member, FINRA Panel of Arbitrators, AHLA ADR Service Panel of Dispute Resolvers Mediator/Arbitrator in Residence, Duncum Center for Dispute Resolution, Abilene Christian University Abilene, Texas

 

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Champion Badge Silver

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

Mr. John Allen Chalk got this award in 2021

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. John Allen Chalk got this award in 2021

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Business Law
Posted by anonymous
June 21, 2018
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I have used Mr. John Allen Chalk, Sr. for many different types of law in business and personal matters and have always, without exception, been pleased with his work.

Alternative Dispute Resolution
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June 21, 2018
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Business Law
Posted by anonymous
June 30, 2016
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Recently, my client and I were involved in serious business litigation. John Allen Chalk immediately understood the issues, counseled us well and obtained superb, prompt results. A pleasure to meet him and to have him on our side.

Aviation Law
Posted by anonymous
April 28, 2016
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John Allen Chalk is very efficient in what he does. He always helps me out when needed. He reassures me that my priorities are just as important as his priorities. He makes sure to get the job done. I can always count on John Allen Chalk to give me the very best advice. I would recommend him to anyone. Very trustworthy and honest. "Business goes where it is wanted and stays where it is appreciated."
Respectfully,
Jim Iman

 

Services

Areas of Law

  • Alternative Dispute Resolution 2
    • Arbitration
    • Mediation
  • Administrative Law
  • Education Law 1
    • School Law
  • Other 7
    • Settlement Counsel
    • Corporate & Business Law
    • Condemnation/Eminent Domain
    • Employment Litigation
    • Energy/Oil & Gas
    • Healthcare
    • Real Estate Litigation

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
    Accepted Credit Cards
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  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
    Video Call Options
    Zoom
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Member
    Firm Name
    Whitaker Chalk Swindle & Schwartz PLLC
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    In re Brian Armstrong, 2008 Tex.App.LEXIS 9689 (Tex.App. - Fort Worth 2008, orig. proceeding).In re Pediatrix Medical Services, Inc., 2005 Tex.App.LEXIS 5861 (Tex.App. - Dallas 2005, orig. proceeding).Seals v. Upper Trinity Water District, 2004 Tex.App.LEXIS 6405 (Tex.App. - Fort Worth 2004, pet. dismissed).Andrews Transport, Inc. v. CNA Insurance, 166 F.Supp.2d 516 (N.D.Tex.2001)
    rev'd 37 Fed.Appx. 87 (5th Cir.2002)
    2002 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 7657 (N.D.Tex.2002).In re McMillan
    Nycz, 66 S.W.3d 477 (Tex.App.-Dallas 2002, no pet.).Bridges v. Andrews Transport, Inc., 88 S.W.3d 801 (Tex.App.- Beaumont 2002, pet. denied).Denton Regional Medical Center v. LaCroix, 947 S.W.2d 941 (Tex.App. - Fort Worth 1997, pet. denied).
    Transactions
    Sale of Mineral Leases by Fort Worth Energy Company to XTO; Sale of ATI Enterprises, Inc. to the Riverside Company;
  • Additional Links
    http://www.whitakerchalk.com

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1973, Texas Bar
    1974, US District Court for the Northern District of Texas
    1978, U.S. Supreme Court
    2007, US District Court for the Western District of Texas
    2001, Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals
    2003, US District Court for the Southern District of Texas
    1978, District of Columbia
    Memberships

    Associations & Memberships

    •Chair, Ambassadors Council, Amon Carter Museum of American Art (2020-21)

    •President (2013-2014), Eldon B. Mahon Inn of Court, American Inns of Court

    •Emeritus Member, Eldon B. Mahon Inn of Court, American Inns of Court

    •Member, Honorary Serjeant's Inn of Court of Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas

    •Director, Treasurer, Vice-President, President, Tarrant County Bar Association, 2004-2009

    •Member, American Law Institute

    •fellow, College of Commercial Arbitrators

    •fellow and Chartered Arbitrator, The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, London, England

    •Member, Neutrals' Panel, American Arbitration Association

    •Member, Neutrals' Panel, American Health Lawyers Association

    •Member, Neutrals' Panel, CPR International Institute for Conflict Prevention and Resolution

    •Member, Neutral's Panel, International Centre for Dispute Resolution

    •Member, London Court of International Arbitration, London, England

    •Member, Neutrals' Panel, The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators

    •Master Mediator, Dispute Resolution Services of Tarrant County

    •Mediator - Distinguished, Texas Mediator Credentialing Association

    •Mediator - Advanced, Dispute Resolution Services of Tarrant County, Inc.

    •Member, Texas Association of Mediators

    •Member, Texas Attorney-Mediators Coalition

    •Member, Association of Attorney Mediators

    •Adjunct Professor, 'Arbitration Procedure and Advocacy,' Pepperdine University, Law School, Malibu, California, 2011, 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021

    •Adjunct Professor, 'Introduction to Arbitration,' Lipscomb University, Nashville, Tennessee, 2008

    •Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section - 2009 - 2010

    •Founding Co-Editor, Family Advocate, American Bar Association

    •Founding Member, Former President of Osteopathic Health Foundation, Ft Worth

    •Member, Advisory Board, Institute for Transnational Arbitration

    •Member, DFW Arbitration Group

    •Director and Executive Committee, Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra Association (2005-2016)

    Bar Fellowship
    American Bar Foundation; Texas Bar Foundation; Tarrant County Bar Association; Chartered Institute of Arbitrators; College of Commercial Arbitrators; College of State Bar of Texas.
  • Education & Certifications
    Other Education
    Tennessee Tech University
    Class of 1967
    MA.

    Tennessee Tech University
    Class of 1962
    BS.

    Freed-Hardeman College
    Class of 1956
    AA.

    University of Texas School of Law
    Class of 1973
    JD.
  • Special Agencies
    U.S. Department of Education
    Texas Workforce Commission
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
    Texas Education Agency
    Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation.

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Member at Whitaker Chalk Swindle & Schwartz PLLC
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301 Commerce Street, Suite 3500Fort Worth, TX 76102U.S.A.

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    Mr. John Allen Chalk is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas, United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, United States District Court for the Western District of Texas and United States Supreme Court.
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    Whitaker Chalk Swindle & Schwartz PLLC has 34 attorneys at this location.

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