Local Counsel Services
At Marshall Presley & Pipal PLLC, we routinely serve as local counsel for attorneys, law firms, and clients from across the country who require trusted Texas representation. Whether your client’s matter is filed in state court or in arbitration, anywhere in Texas, our team offers the experience, local knowledge, and professionalism necessary for seamless and effective collaboration.
Why choose MPP Legal for Local Counsel?
Trusted Partners to National Firms: Law firms across the U.S. rely on us as their Texas legal partner. We are dedicated to working alongside lead counsel and national litigation teams, respecting preexisting client relationships, and advancing the litigation efficiently.
Texas Courtroom Experience: Our attorneys possess substantial experience in Texas’s state courts, as well as an understanding of local rules, procedures, and judges’ preferences. We are adept at guiding out-of-state counsel through all regional requirements and courtroom practices.
Comprehensive Support: We routinely assist with strategic planning, pretrial and trial support, discovery, depositions, court filings, and appearances. We also offer guidance on pro hac vice admissions and nuanced Texas legal issues that often prove pivotal for national firms.
Efficient, Collaborative, and Responsive: Expect proactive communication and a seamless working relationship. Whether our role is administrative, substantive, or both, we integrate fully with your trial team to deliver results while helping you avoid the pitfalls of unfamiliar jurisdictions.
Our Local Counsel services include:
Filing documents and ensuring local procedural compliance
Joint strategy development and trial preparation
Attending hearings, pretrial conferences, discovery, and depositions
Advising on venue, local practice rules, and Texas legal nuances
Assisting with pro hac vice applications for out-of-state attorneys
Courtroom advocacy as needed, from motion practice through trial or arbitration
Marshall Presley & Pipal PLLC’s reputation for integrity, efficiency, and expertise in Texas courts or arbitrations makes us the smart choice for your firm’s local counsel needs throughout Dallas, Fort Worth, and across the entire state of Texas.
If your case brings you to Texas, let MPP Legal be the local advantage your case and clients need.