Mr. Hunter Thorne McLean

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Mr. Hunter Thorne McLean: Attorney with Whitaker Chalk Swindle & Schwartz PLLC
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
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Biography

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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Areas of Practice (11)

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

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Southern Methodist University, B.B.A., 1990; University of Houston School of Law, 1993 Associate Editor; University of Houston School of Law, Houston Journal of International Law
Law School Attended:
University of Houston School of Law, J.D., 1993 Associate Editor; University of Houston School of Law, J.D., Houston Journal of International Law
Year of First Admission:
1993
Admission:
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

Reported Cases:
Reported Opinions: Great Am. Ins. Co. v. Hamel, 444 S.W.3d 780 (Tex. App.-El Paso 2014, pet. filed).
ISLN:
900143210

Payment Information

Fixed Hourly Rates
$395/hr
Credit Cards Accepted
Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Other Information
Fixed fees available

Peer Reviews

4.7/5.0 (37 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.6/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.7/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.6/5.0

  • Communication

    4.6/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.7/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/04/13 in Real Estate

    Hunter is an excellent attorney. He is very intelligent, organized, diligent and prepared. He is an good communicator. He is fair and highly ethical.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 01/18/13 in Litigation

    I have known Hunter for several years. I have had cases with him and against him and his firm. He is an exceptional lawyer and very ethical.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 02/23/13 in Alternative Dispute Resolution

    Mr. McLean has appeared before me in past arbitration cases. He is one of the most talented and most above-board advocate I know. I sponsored/mentored him toward becoming an Arbitrator

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 02/18/13 in General Practice

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 01/27/13 in Litigation

    I have worked with Hunter as his partner and referred business to him when practicing at different firms. He is insightful. He possess that mix of busienss judgment and legal acumen. I highly recommend Hunter for highest rating.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 01/25/13 in Commercial Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 01/25/13 in Litigation

    Excellent attorney

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 01/23/13 in Commercial Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 01/22/13 in Commercial Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 01/20/13 in Arbitration

    Excellent professionalism, competency and character

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817-878-0501  Fax

whitakerchalk.com

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