Mr. Donald Francis Lighty

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Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Southern Methodist University, B.B.A., 1982
Law School Attended:
St. Mary's School of Law, J.D., 1985
Year of First Admission:
1985
Admission:
1985, Texas; 1986, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas; 1986, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas; 1987, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit; 1991, U.S. Supreme Court; 1995, U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
ISLN:
905440055

Areas of Practice (7)

  • Personal Injury Defense Litigation
  • Civil Defense Litigation
  • Premises Liability
  • Products Liability
  • Workers Compensation
  • Ethics-Legal Malpractice
  • Labor-Employment

Peer Reviews

4.6/5.0 (25 reviews)
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  • Legal Knowledge

    4.6/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.6/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.6/5.0

  • Communication

    4.6/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.6/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Marketing Partner on 03/23/14 in Personal Injury

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 03/21/14 in Personal Injury Defense

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 03/20/14 in Personal Injury Defense

    Lighty is a highly qualified, experienced and respected attorney who deserves the highest rating.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate/Assistant General Counsel on 03/17/14 in Litigation

    Don is a very experienced attorney with the highest degree of competency in many fields.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Of Counsel on 03/14/14 in Litigation

    This is another individual who used to be a partner in our firm. I know Don and his family on a very personal basis and he excels in every category, ethically, professionally, intellectually and compassionately. He is a great family man. I highly rec... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Staff Lawyer on 03/13/14 in Personal Injury Defense

    Don Lighty is one of the most respected trial attorneys in our area. I have observed his firm grasp of legal principles, advocacy for his clients and ethical conduct before the bench and in dealing with other attorneys. I heartily recommend consider... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 03/13/14 in Workers Compensation

    The best employment and workers comp lawyer out there.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 03/13/14 in Civil Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 03/13/14 in Litigation

    I have known Don Lighty for many years and have had many cases with him. He is an excellent lawyer and has always been prepared and courteous. He richly deserves an "AV" rating.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 05/06/13 in Civil Litigation

    I have had many cases with Don Lighty as co-counsel and he is an outstanding lawyer. He is always well prepared, very professional and easy to work with.

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Mr. Donald Francis Lighty: Member at Stevens Baldo & Lighty PLLC
  • Beaumont, TX
    Century Tower , 550 Fannin Street, Suite 700
    Beaumont, TX 77701-3108