Levi G. McCathern, II

Practice areas

Business Litigation, Employment & Labor: Employer, Entertainment & Sports, Family Law, General Litigation, Personal Injury – General: Plaintiff

Focus areas

Litigation

Levi G. McCathern II, a Founding Partner at McCathern, is widely acknowledged as one of Texas’ foremost litigation attorneys. He specializes in handling cases involving severe damage, often being called upon to defend intricate and high-value claims, encompassing various forms of commercial litigation. Notably, Levi is renowned for his unwavering commitment to his clients and his embodiment of the firm’s mission to Enhance Quality of Life.

Levi has taken the lead in numerous jury trials and is frequently sought after to provide legal advice to businesses across the nation. Moreover, he possesses expertise in managing reputation and handling crisis communication arising from these intricate matters. He holds dual certifications in Civil Trial Law and Labor and Employment Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction shared by fewer than 50 out of the 110,000 licensed attorneys in Texas.

Levi’s extensive experience and legal proficiency have garnered the trust of numerous clients. He serves as the principal trial counsel for the Dallas Cowboys Football Club, Ltd. and the Jerry Jones Family, along with their affiliated entities. He is also a designated legal counsel for some of the world’s largest corporations in specialized fields like Business & Commercial Litigation, Directors & Officers Liability, Employment Law, Advertising Injury, among others. Levi brings a relatable perspective to his work that resonates with juries and is rarely encountered in Texas’ legal landscape. His influence remains consistent both within and outside the courtroom, as he connects effectively with individuals from various walks of life, ranging from blue-collar workers to CEOs.

On certain occasions, Levi has been tasked with representing his clients’ interests in the media. He has been interviewed and cited by prominent media outlets, including CNN, ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox News, The Today Show, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Dallas Morning News, Dallas Business Journal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Austin American-Statesmen, and The Houston Chronicle.

Levi is licensed to practice law in Texas and New York, and he holds admission for practice in all Texas state and federal district courts, the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, all state courts in New York, and all federal district courts in Arkansas.