Business Details
46 Years
experience
Trusted Whistleblower and Securities Fraud Lawyers in Dallas
Boyd & Associates has been a trusted legal advocate for American taxpayers and whistleblowers since 1980. Founded by Samuel L. Boyd, a decorated former Green Beret Captain and nationally recognized trial lawyer, our firm specializes in high-stakes litigation involving whistleblower claims, securities fraud, and business litigation. With over four decades of experience, we have secured significant recoveries for clients while maintaining the highest ethical standards.Our team combines military discipline with legal expertise to hold corporations and individuals accountable for fraud against government programs. Recognized by Martindale-Hubbell with an AV peer review rating and numerous national accolades, we provide personalized representation grounded in transparency and client empowerment. Our practice spans federal and state courts, focusing on cases that demand both strategic precision and unwavering advocacy.
Services
Whistleblower Cases
SEC Fraud Whistleblowing
IRS Tax Fraud
Qui Tam Litigation
Business Fraud
Military Contractor Fraud
Pharmaceutical Fraud
Antitrust Disputes
False Claims Act
Securities Fraud
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in whistleblower litigation and business fraud cases.
- Our lead attorney is a former Green Beret Captain with a proven track record in high-stakes litigation.
- We specialize in False Claims Act cases with recoveries exceeding $1 million.
- Our firm has received the AV peer review rating for legal excellence from Martindale-Hubbell.
- We have secured multiple Top 100 Lawyer recognitions from national legal organizations.
Services
Whistleblower Cases
Our firm represents individuals exposing fraud against government programs through whistleblower lawsuits. We specialize in False Claims Act cases involving healthcare, military contracts, and financial institutions. Clients receive expert guidance through complex legal processes with potential rewards of 15-30% of government recoveries.
SEC Fraud Whistleblowing
We assist clients reporting securities fraud to the SEC under Dodd-Frank provisions. Our team handles cases involving corporate misconduct with potential rewards of 10-30% of penalties exceeding $1 million. We ensure compliance with original information requirements and protect whistleblower rights throughout the process.
IRS Tax Fraud
Our practice covers tax fraud reporting through IRS whistleblower programs. We represent clients exposing offshore tax evasion and other violations with potential rewards of 15-30% of collected amounts exceeding $2 million. We provide strategic counsel for appeals to Tax Court when awards are disputed.
Qui Tam Litigation
We prosecute qui tam cases under the False Claims Act where clients provide non-public evidence of fraud. Our attorneys handle cases where the government intervenes or declines intervention, maximizing whistleblower awards between 15-30% of recoveries through aggressive litigation strategies.
Business Fraud
Our firm handles complex business fraud cases involving fiduciary breaches and antitrust violations. We represent clients in high-stakes disputes with national financial institutions and corporations, leveraging over 40 years of trial experience to secure favorable verdicts and settlements.
People
Samuel L. Boyd
Partner
Samuel L. Boyd is a former Green Beret Captain and decorated Vietnam veteran with over 40 years of legal experience. He founded Boyd & Associates in 1980 and specializes in whistleblower litigation. Recognized by Martindale-Hubbell with an AV rating and named a Top 10 Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Association, he has secured multi-million-dollar recoveries for clients.
Catherine C. Jobe
Associate
Catherine C. Jobe is a senior associate attorney with experience in state and federal litigation. A former clerk for the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, she represents clients in whistleblower cases and business fraud disputes. She graduated with distinction from George Mason University School of Law and brings diverse pre-legal experience from publishing and aviation industries.
Questions
What types of whistleblower cases do you handle?
We specialize in False Claims Act cases involving healthcare fraud, military contracts, financial institutions, and securities fraud. Our practice includes SEC and IRS whistleblower programs for reporting corporate misconduct and tax violations.
How are whistleblower rewards calculated?
Rewards vary by program: 15-30% of government recoveries for False Claims Act cases, 10-30% of SEC penalties exceeding $1 million, and 15-30% of IRS collections over $2 million. Awards depend on the whistleblower's contribution to the case.
Can I remain anonymous as a whistleblower?
While complete anonymity isn't guaranteed, we work to protect client identities throughout the process. Under SEC and IRS programs, whistleblowers can initially submit information confidentially through legal representation.
What qualifies as securities fraud under Dodd-Frank?
Securities fraud includes accounting fraud, insider trading, market manipulation, and false disclosures affecting stock values. We handle cases involving public companies, investment advisors, and financial institutions violating SEC regulations.
How long do whistleblower cases typically take?
Case durations vary: 2-5 years for government-intervened False Claims Act cases, 1-3 years for SEC investigations, and similar timelines for IRS whistleblower claims. We provide regular updates throughout the litigation process.
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