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Jury Trial Attorney

Jury Trial Lawyers in Fort Worth, Texas

We Can Take Your Case to Court Before a Judge & Jury

Virtually any legal case or claim can eventually go to court if a settlement or agreement can’t be reached at some point along the way. What you might not know is that many law firms aren’t equipped to take cases into litigation and before a judge and jury due to a lack of resources, time, or experience. If you have a case, claim, or lawsuit that is headed to a jury trial, or you want to prepare for a trial “just in case,” you’ll need to make sure that your choice of legal representation will be able to handle it.

At Law Offices of Mark M. Childress, PLLC in Fort Worth, Texas, we are proud to be a trusted team of trial attorneys and jury trial lawyers. We have built our reputation as a law office that uses aggressive and calculated tactics to find advantages in jury trials for all sorts of case types and when up against the strongest opposing parties, including mega-corporations and government agencies.

Thanks to our experience and resources, we can handle jury trials for cases involving:

Our experience allows us to represent individuals who have lawsuits headed for jury trial, as well as other law firms that need to refer a case to a team of litigation attorneys. We are always happy to hear from anyone who needs our help, including clients and legal peers alike.

Need jury trial lawyers for a case in Fort Worth? Call (817) 497-8148 now to request an initial case review.

Representing Plaintiffs & Defendants

In any trial, two sides oppose each other in court before a judge, and oftentimes, before a jury. Typically, plaintiffs oppose defendants, but the terminology can differ depending on the case type. For example, in a criminal trial, the defendant presents the “defense case” to challenge the prosecution, which presents the “people’s case” or “state’s case.” Regardless of the phrasing used, jury trials pit two opposing parties against each other, with each side trying to convince the jury that their side is correct or justified.

At Law Offices of Mark M. Childress, PLLC, we have the experience, talents, and resources required to offer legal representation to parties on either side of a jury trial. Typically, we are hired to act as the defense counsel for a defendant in a criminal trial, or as the plaintiff counsel for an injured party in a personal injury trial. However, jury trials span many different aspects of the law, and all sorts of situations can come up in which a plaintiff or defendant needs trial representation, and we’re always ready to step in where we’re needed.

Family Law Trials in Texas

Texas is one of the few states that can allow a jury trial for certain family law cases. If your family law case is contested or complicated, it may end up before a judge and jury for a resolution. Make sure that the law firm you choose for representation knows the ins and outs of jury trials for family law cases and lawsuits, like we do at Law Offices of Mark M. Childress, PLLC.

A jury trial may be used to resolve family law conflicts involving:

  • Property division
  • Conservatorship
  • Child custody
  • And more

Pre-Trial Preparation

Jury trials don’t happen abruptly and unexpectedly. Instead, the court will set a date for the trial, which gives both sides time to prepare their cases and arguments. The date might be set a few weeks or months later, or even years in the future under unusual circumstances. To make certain you use whatever time you have for pre-trial preparation well, put our Fort Worth jury trial attorneys in charge.

We can handle all parts of pre-trial preparation, which usually includes:

  • Investigating the circumstances of the case if we were not already hired to provide pre-trial counsel.
  • Coordinating with any parties that might have already investigated the case or situation.
  • Managing the discovery process if this applies to the trial type.
  • Submitting motions or plea bargains (for criminal defense cases) to the court.
  • Attending any preliminary hearings or mandatory mediation meetings that have been scheduled.

Overall, the pre-trial preparation phase can look quite different from one case type to the next, such as when comparing personal injury trials to criminal defense trials. To make sure you will be ready for every step, regardless of the legal situation you are in, let Law Offices of Mark M. Childress, PLLC lead the way.

Help with Jury Selection

Jury selection – called voir dire in some legal contexts – is a critical step in a jury trial. After all, the outcome of a jury trial rests on the jury’s verdict. Once a verdict has been rendered by the jury in a trial – criminal, civil (personal injury), family law, and so on – the judge cannot overrule it. An appeal might overturn or reverse the jury verdict later, but for the time being, the jury’s verdict is all-important, so the jury selection process must be seen the same way.

At Law Offices of Mark M. Childress, PLLC, we recognize the importance of jury selection and how it will directly impact your case. Our jury trial lawyers are highly familiar with the jury selection process from start to finish. We know how to identify potential jurors who can hear the case from a fair and impartial perspective, so they do not jeopardize the trial in a way that unfairly benefits the opposition.

During jury selection, we can ask potential jurors:

  • General questions about their awareness of the plaintiff and defendant.
  • Specific questions related to the case.
  • Probing questions to uncover concerning biases or personal histories.
  • Follow-up questions to challenge any unsuitable remarks from the other side’s attorney.

Questions for the jurors in voir dire need to be worded specifically to avoid any accusations from the opposition or any legal missteps. Leave this delicate process up to our attorneys, so you can be confident that your jury trial or your client’s jury trial will be fair.

Going to Trial? Call Us First

Don’t leave a jury trial up to chance. Get the guidance and representation you need by talking to the Fort Worth jury trial attorneys of Law Offices of Mark M. Childress, PLLC now. We are here to support you and take the lead, whether you need representation for yourself, or you are a member of a law firm that needs the assistance or co-counsel of trusted litigators.

Call (817) 497-8148 to arrange an initial consultation with our team.

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The Opinions That Matter Most

What Former Clients Have to Say

    "My questions were heard and answered without having to ask twice."
    Value a capable team with experienced staff. For the past 9 months, the folks at the Law Offices of Mark Childress handled my case with class and empathy. My questions were heard and answered without having to ask twice. I felt like I was kept in the loop and always briefed properly. As I move forward with other ventures I wouldn't be surprised if we crossed paths again. And hats off to Konner, THANK YOU!
    - Cody C.
    "Mark was there to answer every question, every phone call and did it in a way that I felt as if I were his only client."
    I needed an attorney who would stand up for me and my child during a very hard time. Mark was there to answer every question, every phone call and did it in a way that I felt as if I were his only client. He was very knowledgeable not only about the law but about the opposing attorney and the judge. He prepared me well and we won our case. I would recommend Mark Childress to anyone who is fighting for custody or in need of child support.
    - Kelley C.
    "I highly recommend him and his staff. They are courteous, prompt and they care."
    I called in inquiring about a divorce and how it all happens. I had 2 people call me back within an hour and in an hour maybe 2 I was talking with the lawyer. I highly recommend him and his staff. They are courteous, prompt and they care. Divorce is the hardest thing we will go through minus losing a kid and his team will be retained. He even called me back himself the next day to see how I was. Great service.
    - Bobby N.
    "This guy is amazing. In a matter of minutes, he accomplished what no other attorney could in 6 years."
    This guy is amazing. In a matter of minutes, he accomplished what no other attorney could in 6 years. He had my case figured out in 1short conversation and had what he called "a convoluted mess" fixed. I'm pretty sure my ex felt like he'd been hit by a bus. My family is finally in tact and everyone is finally happy.
    - Heather S.

Discover the Difference at Law Offices of Mark M. Childress, PLLC

  • Direct Access To Your Attorney

    Our Attorneys personally handle each case themselves. You will have direct access to your attorney to be able to get the answers that you need. 

  • Transparency
    Honesty and transparency are critical in building trust with your attorney. You will always know what is going on with your case every step of the way.
  • Team Oriented

    At our firm you're not just a case number, our staff will always know the status of your case and help to make your situation more manageable.

  • Personalized Approach
    Our team understands that no two cases are the same. Your strategy will be tailored specifically to you and your family's goals.