Charles E. Soechting, Jr., Personal Injury Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX
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Charles E. Soechting, Jr. is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Simon Greenstone Panatier PC.
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- Handles Personal Injury matters from Dallas, TEXAS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
About Charles E. Soechting, Jr.: Charles E. Soechting, Jr. is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Simon Greenstone Panatier PC.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Charles E. Soechting, Jr.
Charles concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Charles handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Dallas, Texas
Charles takes personal injury matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Charles agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Charles E. Soechting, Jr. — Attorney of Texas personal injury experience
Charles E. Soechting, Jr. is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Simon Greenstone Panatier PC.
Charles E. Soechting, Jr. is a shareholder and trial lawyer with Simon Greenstone Panatier, P.C.
In his role as the head of the catastrophic injury department Mr. Soechting focuses on serious personal injury and wrongful death cases. He has first-chaired many injury and death trials in multiple states including California, Iowa, New York, Pennsylvania and Texas, in state and federal courts. In addition to the matters that have gone to trial, Charles has personally handled hundreds of cases of injury and death in more than thirteen states leading to significant resolutions for his clients. Mr. Soechting is actively licensed in both Texas and Pennsylvania, and has been admitted to practice Pro Hac Vice in fifteen states.
Mr. Soechting has substantial experience in cases involving commercial trucking wrecks, premises and product liability claims and general negligence litigation. In the beginning of his career, he focused on wrongful death matters caused by exposure to asbestos fibers. These cases were typically filed against some of the largest corporations in the world who had little concern for those that were hurt by their asbestos products. Battling against these corporations helped Charles to understand first-hand the inequities our justice system is intended to balance.
Prior to joining Simon Greenstone Panatier, P.C., Charles operated his own law firm to focus on helping those in his community and hometown. He handled serious personal injury and death cases as well as Civil Rights and Constitutional Rights Violation matters. Charles fought to ensure everyone’s voices are equal and related to some of this work Charles appeared in newspapers around the country as well as on CNN, ABC, NBC and Fox.
Moreover, from 2010 to the 2019, Mr. Soechting was consistently nominated by his peers and recognized for his trial skills by Texas Super Lawyers earning the honor of a Texas Rising Star. In 2021, 2022 and 2023. Charles has been honored as a Texas Super Lawyer, an honor bestowed on less than 5% percent of attorneys in Texas based on peer-recognition and professional achievement.
When he is not fighting for his clients’ rights, Charles spends his time with his wife and two children. He also focuses his energy on cycling, competing in events such as the annual Leadville 100-mile mountain bike race in Leadville, Colorado and other endurance bike races.
How Charles handles personal injury matters
Charles E. Soechting, Jr. is a shareholder and trial lawyer with Simon Greenstone Panatier, P.C. In his role as the head of the catastrophic injury department Mr. Soechting focuses on serious personal injury and wrongful death cases. He has first-chaired many injury and death trials in multiple states including California, Iowa, New York, Pennsylvania and Texas, in state and federal courts. In…
The kind of cases Charles takes
Charles reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Charles E. Soechting, Jr.'s legal education and bar admissions
South Texas College of Law Houston
J.D. · 2005
Texas State University–San Marcos
B.A. · 2001
Jurisdictions
Charles's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania, Pennsy
ACTIVE
Texas, State Bar of
ACTIVE
Charles studied at J.D. in South Texas College of Law Houston and B.A. in Texas State University–San Marcos.
Law school and academic background
Charles completed J.D. in South Texas College of Law Houston and B.A. in Texas State University–San Marcos. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Charles runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Charles E. Soechting, Jr.
Charles has received 6 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers (2021-Present)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star (2010-2017)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — National Champion, American Bar Association National Moot Court Competition (2005)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — National Order of Barristers, Inductee (2005)
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers (2021-Present) (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star (2010-2017) (2026). Best Lawyers in America — National Champion, American Bar Association National Moot Court Competition (2005) (2026). Best Lawyers in America — National Order of Barristers, Inductee (2005) (2026).
Locations
Charles E. Soechting, Jr.'s office in Dallas
Charles's primary office is at 901 Main Street, Suite 5900, Dallas, Texas, 75202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Simon Greenstone Panatier PC
901 Main Street, Suite 5900
Dallas, Texas 75202
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How to hire Charles E. Soechting, Jr. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Charles usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Charles charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Charles's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Charles will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Charles
Charles discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Charles confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Charles's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Charles E. Soechting, Jr.
How much does it cost to hire Charles for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Charles walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Charles offer a free consultation?
Charles charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Charles's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Charles's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Texas typically take?
Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Charles gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Charles take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Charles is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Charles will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Charles?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Charles will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Charles accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Charles's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
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