Business Details
29 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in East Texas
Dacus Firm PC has built a reputation as a premier litigation practice rooted in East Texas since 1997. Our approach combines innovative strategies with the confidence derived from decades of courtroom success, ensuring clients receive both creative resolutions and robust trial representation. We serve a diverse clientele ranging from Fortune 100 corporations to local individuals, tailoring our services to align with each client's unique definition of success. With specialized expertise in patent litigation, commercial disputes, governmental defense, and catastrophic injury cases, we leverage over 20 years of regional experience and national recognition.Our team includes board-certified trial attorneys and industry specialists who provide strategic counsel beyond litigation, including risk management and compliance. Recognized by ALM as a 'Go to Law Firm' for Fortune 500 companies, we maintain accreditations from the Women's Enterprise National Council and National Minority Supplier Development Council. Our dual focus on technical legal mastery and client-centric service has secured multi-million-dollar judgments and defenses, establishing trust with sophisticated clients worldwide.
Services
Patent Litigation
Employment Law
Governmental Defense
Commercial Litigation
Catastrophic Injury
Oil & Gas Disputes
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- Over 20 years of litigation experience in East Texas
- Specialized expertise in patent litigation and complex commercial disputes
- Certified minority and woman-owned business enterprise
- Secured multi-million-dollar judgments for Fortune 100 clients
- Board-certified trial attorneys with in-house CPA expertise
Associations and certifications
- Women's Enterprise National Council
- National Minority Supplier Development Council, Inc.
- ALM (Fortune 500 'Go to Law Firm')
What people say
Multi-million judgment
Successfully defended
National recognition
Board-certified attorneys
Proactive risk management
Services
Patent Litigation
We handle complex patent cases in the Eastern District of Texas, serving as both local and lead counsel. Our team understands local rules and judicial expectations while maintaining a national perspective. With hundreds of cases and successful verdicts for patent owners and defendants, we combine technical mastery with trial expertise to position cases for resolution or litigation success.
Commercial Litigation
Representing family-owned businesses to Fortune 100 corporations, we manage breach of contract cases through complex commercial disputes. Our 20+ years of experience and in-house CPA expertise enable efficient strategies for negotiation, mediation, or trial. Recognized nationally with two top 10 Texas jury verdicts, we focus on achieving business-aligned outcomes.
Governmental Defense
We defend governmental entities and officials in civil rights, constitutional law, and employment matters across East Texas. Our services extend beyond litigation to include proactive risk management and compliance consulting. This comprehensive approach helps public clients avoid disputes while providing strong courtroom representation when needed.
Employment Law
Our practice covers employment-related litigation and advisory services for employers. We handle OSHA investigations, non-compete agreements, wage disputes, and discrimination claims in state and federal courts. We also provide proactive guidance on employment contracts, workplace policies, and regulatory compliance to minimize legal risks.
Catastrophic Injury
We defend clients against liability claims involving severe injuries from automotive, industrial, and consumer product incidents. Our experienced team handles cases from investigation through trial, leveraging technical knowledge of accident causation and damages. We represent clients in matters ranging from single-plaintiff cases to mass tort litigation.
People
Deron Dacus
Trial Attorney
Board-certified civil trial lawyer and CPA with 20+ years of East Texas litigation experience. Specializes in patent litigation, oil & gas disputes, and commercial cases. Native East Texan with deep industry knowledge and a track record of multi-million-dollar verdicts.
Shannon M. Dacus
Trial Attorney
Experienced litigator focusing on commercial disputes, patent cases, and governmental defense. Provides strategic counsel in contract disputes and personal injury claims. Combines trial expertise with proactive risk management for public and private sector clients.
Questions
What practice areas does The Dacus Firm specialize in?
We specialize in patent litigation, commercial/business litigation, governmental defense, employment law, and catastrophic injury cases. Our experience spans from Fortune 100 corporations to individual clients.
How long has The Dacus Firm been in practice?
The firm has served clients since 1997, providing over 25 years of litigation expertise in East Texas and national cases.
What makes The Dacus Firm unique?
We combine local East Texas knowledge with national trial experience, including board-certified attorneys and an in-house CPA. Our track record includes two top 10 Texas jury verdicts.
Do you handle both plaintiff and defense cases?
Yes, we represent both plaintiffs asserting rights and defendants in various litigation matters across multiple industries.
