 OverviewCourtney is a well-rounded trial attorney who practices complex commercial litigation and employment law. With nearly twenty civil jury trials under her belt, Courtney is confident and poised in the courtroom. Courtney draws upon more than ten years of combined experience at internationally-recognized law firms and as in-house counsel in order to advise her clients of the potential risks and rewards of litigation. Courtney has successfully defended clients in antitrust, products liability, breach of contract, fraud, insurance and business tort disputes. She also advocates for employers in arbitration, court and before government agencies against Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FLSA and state discrimination claims. Her clients have included airplane and automobile manufacturers, telecommunications companies, financial institutions, retailers, business solutions providers and social media platforms. Courtney’s litigation skills extend beyond the courtroom. She has studied alternative dispute resolution in depth and resolved many disputes at mediation. She is also a clear, persuasive writer and has achieved complete dismissal for clients through motions to dismiss and summary judgment. She is currently a member of the Dallas Bar Association's WE LEAD: Women Empowered to Lead in the Legal Profession program and is also a member of the Firm’s Women’s Initiative Group committee. Certifications
- National Institute of Trial Advocacy (NITA) Certified
Memberships
- American Board of Trial Advocates
- Attorneys Serving the Community (ASC)
- Dallas Bar Association
- Dallas Bar Foundation (Life Fellow)
- Dallas Young Lawyers Association
- Duke Club of North Texas
- Genesis Women's Shelter Young Leaders (Board Member, 2016-2019)
- St. John's School Alumni Association
- UPWARD
- State Bar of Texas
OverviewCourtney is a well-rounded trial attorney who practices complex commercial litigation and employment law. With nearly twenty civil jury trials under her belt, Courtney is confident and poised in the courtroom. Courtney draws upon more than ten years of combined experience at internationally-recognized law firms and as in-house counsel in order to advise her clients of the potential risks and rewards of litigation. Courtney has successfully defended clients in antitrust, products liability, breach of contract, fraud, insurance and business tort disputes. She also advocates for employers in arbitration, court and before government agencies against Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FLSA and state discrimination claims. Her clients have included airplane and automobile manufacturers, telecommunications companies, financial institutions, retailers, business solutions providers and social media platforms. Courtney’s litigation skills extend beyond the courtroom. She has studied alternative dispute resolution in depth and resolved many disputes at mediation. She is also a clear, persuasive writer and has achieved complete dismissal for clients through motions to dismiss and summary judgment. She is currently a member of the Dallas Bar Association's WE LEAD: Women Empowered to Lead in the Legal Profession program and is also a member of the Firm’s Women’s Initiative Group committee. ExperienceFirst-Chair Litigation CounselWon defense verdicts as first-chair counsel in nearly 20 civil jury trials in Texas state courts. Dispositive Motion PracticeSuccessfully moved to dismiss a defamation and wrongful termination lawsuit on behalf of a social networking platform; obtained summary judgment of claims against [more]Successfully moved to dismiss a defamation and wrongful termination lawsuit on behalf of a social networking platform; obtained summary judgment of claims against remaining employer and individual defendants. [less]Employment ArbitrationDefended clients against Title VII, FLSA, ADA, ADEA, retaliation, sexual harassment, hostile work environment and tort claims brought in arbitration, including [more]Defended clients against Title VII, FLSA, ADA, ADEA, retaliation, sexual harassment, hostile work environment and tort claims brought in arbitration, including compelling arbitration of claims improperly filed in court. [less]AntitrustEngaged in fact and expert discovery, dispositive motion briefing and preparation for a month-long jury trial in the Northern District of Texas in a $900 MM antitrust, [more]Engaged in fact and expert discovery, dispositive motion briefing and preparation for a month-long jury trial in the Northern District of Texas in a $900 MM antitrust, Lanham Act and tortious interference dispute in federal court. [less]Multi-Million Dollar ArbitrationObtained a multi-million dollar arbitration award for a software licensor in a breach of contract dispute as second-chair counsel in Kansas City, Missouri. Employment Law AdviceProvided practical advice to employers regarding employment discrimination, reductions in force, drug testing, background checks, hiring, final pay, equal pay and [more]Provided practical advice to employers regarding employment discrimination, reductions in force, drug testing, background checks, hiring, final pay, equal pay and operating procedures. [less]Internal Compliance InvestigationsConducted internal investigations for clients to assess regulatory compliance and risk exposure. Govt. Agency RepresentationsDrafted position statements in response to charges of discrimination filed with EEOC and state agencies, and prepared responses to related requests for information. Employment ContractsAnalyzed and edited employment agreements, including non-compete, non-solicitation and confidentiality agreements on behalf of clients. AntitrustRepresented a group purchasing organization in a $200 MM antitrust dispute brought by a potential supplier.
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