How much does it cost to hire David for a copyright case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does David offer a free consultation?

David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some copyright attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.

How long do copyright cases in Texas typically take?

Simple copyright 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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can David take my case if I'm outside Fort Worth?

David 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 — David 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 David?

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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is David accepting new copyright clients right now?

David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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David Arthur Skeels, Copyright Attorney in Fort Worth, Texas

Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on Copyright, Energy, and Entertainment · 4.8/5 rating from 10 verified client reviews

MemberatWhitaker Chalk Swindle & Schwartz PLLC

Fort Worth, TX

Practicing copyright in Fort Worth since 2003.

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4.8 ★: 10 client reviews
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David Arthur Skeels is a member based in Fort Worth, TX. The practice focuses on Copyright, Energy, and Entertainment. David has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Whitaker Chalk Swindle & Schwartz PLLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 10 client reviews.

Based in: Fort Worth, TX
Experience: over 23 years
Known for: Copyright · Energy · Entertainment

Handles Copyright, Energy, and Entertainment matters from Fort Worth, TX.
Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with AV Preeminent.

Areas of practice

Legal matters David takes on

David concentrates on copyright, energy, entertainment, ip, and trademark. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Copyright cases in Fort Worth, Texas

David takes copyright matters in Fort Worth, 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 David agrees to represent you.

Energy cases in Fort Worth, Texas

David takes energy matters in Fort Worth, 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 David agrees to represent you.

Entertainment cases in Fort Worth, Texas

David takes entertainment matters in Fort Worth, 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 David agrees to represent you.

IP cases in Fort Worth, Texas

David takes ip matters in Fort Worth, 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 David agrees to represent you.

Trademark cases in Fort Worth, Texas

David takes trademark matters in Fort Worth, 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 David agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet David Arthur Skeels — copyright lawyer in Fort Worth

David’s second career, as a trial lawyer and intellectual property lawyer, follows a career in professional baseball that spanned five seasons. His journey as a minor-league catcher and coach in the Seattle Mariners, Oakland A’s, and Texas Rangers organizations has been chronicled by multiple publications, including Texas Lawyer and Baylor Law School’s Rocket Docket, which described his adventure as a member of New Zealand’s 2012 World Baseball Classic team.

David’s passion to compete and win has translated well into his legal pursuits. Since 2003, David has enjoyed litigating complex cases across multiple fields, including intellectual property, business, oil and gas, sports and entertainment, and consumer-related matters. More recently, he has advised clients and been a featured speaker on Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) issues.

David’s courtroom experience, which includes numerous first-chair engagements, includes successful trials in both federal and state court, in Texas and outside of Texas. Since 2008, he has focused the vast majority of his time and efforts representing plaintiffs in high-stakes intellectual property litigation and complex commercial litigation. He was elected by his fellow IP lawyers to serve as Chair of the Tarrant County Bar Association’s Intellectual Property Section from 2009 to 2010.

David also handles appeals and has argued successfully before the Texas Supreme Court and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.

David has been accorded the highest Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell: AV Preeminent.

Awards & Recognitions

Named a “Texas Super Lawyer” for the years 2011 to present.“Super Lawyers” is a Thomson-Reuters service printed in Texas Monthly.

Named a “Super Lawyer-Rising Star” for the years 2006-2009, 2011-2013. “Super Lawyer-Rising Stars” is a Thomson-Reuters service selected by peer review ratings.

Recognized as a Top Attorney by 360 West Magazine 2018 to present

Included on a list of “Top Attorneys” in 2013-2024, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine.

AV-Rated Martindale-Hubbell: Preeminent

Publications & Presentations

A House Divided? The House v. NCAA Settlement and the State of NIL (Fort Worth City Club Speaker Series - Oct. 10, 2024)

WILD, WILD WE$T: Name, Image, and Likeness Issues and the Changing Landscape of “Amateur” Athletics (Fort Worth City Club Speaker Series - Mar. 9, 2023)

Guest Speaker: UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law -- Patent Litigation Seminar (Oct. 15, 2022)

How to Secure Injunctive Relief in Patent Cases. Advanced Patent Litigation Jul 19, 2019

Baseball & the Supreme Court: Indispensable & Inseparable Institutions (Fort Worth City Club Speaker Series -- Jan 11, 2018)

Status of Cybor Corp. v. FAS Technologies after Federal Circuit's en banc ruling in Lighting Ballast Control v. Universal Lighting (Texas Lawyer video series: Reversed and Remanded)

The DTPA's Professional Services Exemption: Let 'em be Doctors and Lawyers and Such (55 Baylor L. Rev. 783)

How David handles copyright matters

David’s second career, as a trial lawyer and intellectual property lawyer, follows a career in professional baseball that spanned five seasons. His journey as a minor-league catcher and coach in the Seattle Mariners, Oakland A’s, and Texas Rangers organizations has been chronicled by multiple publications, including Texas Lawyer and Baylor Law School’s Rocket Docket, which described his adventure…

Who David represents

David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for copyright, energy, and entertainment matters in Fort Worth and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

Baylor Law School
J.D. · 2003
University of Arkansas
B.A. · 1995

Jurisdictions

David's state bar admissions

Texas
2003 · ACTIVE
Texas Bar U.S. Distr
2003 · ACTIVE

David studied at J.D. in Baylor Law School and B.A. in University of Arkansas.

Law school and academic background

David completed J.D. in Baylor Law School and B.A. in University of Arkansas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

David's professional memberships and bar associations

Associations & Memberships State Bar of Texas Tarrant County Bar Association Eldon B
membership
Mahon American Inn of Court The Federalist Society Trinity River Baptist Church Life fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
membership

Locations

David Arthur Skeels's office in Fort Worth

David's primary office is at 301 Commerce Street, Suite 3500, Fort Worth, TX, 76102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Whitaker Chalk Swindle & Schwartz PLLC

301 Commerce Street, Suite 3500

Fort Worth, TX 76102

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Client feedback

Client reviews of David Arthur Skeels — 4.8/5 rating from 10 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing copyright attorneys in Fort Worth.

4.8

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Hiring guide

How to hire David Arthur Skeels — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new copyright attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a copyright attorney in Fort Worth, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many copyright 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 David

David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in copyright practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every copyright 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many copyright practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about David Arthur Skeels

How much does it cost to hire David for a copyright case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some copyright attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do copyright cases in Texas typically take?
Simple copyright 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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Fort Worth?
David 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 — David 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 David?
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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new copyright clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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