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J. Robert Beatty, Business Attorney in Dallas, Texas

Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Energy, and Environmental · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

PartneratLocke Lord LLP

Dallas, TX

Practicing business in Dallas since 1979.

47+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
1
Bar admission

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J. Robert Beatty is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental. J. has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locke Lord LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Dallas, TX
Experience
over 47 years
Known for
Business · Energy · Environmental
  • Handles Business, Energy, and Environmental matters from Dallas, TX.
  • Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.
  • Offers consultations in Chinese, French Italian, and Italian.

About J. Robert Beatty: J. Robert Beatty is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental. J. has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locke Lord LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters J. takes on

J. concentrates on business, energy, environmental, government, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case J. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Dallas, Texas

J. takes business 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 J. agrees to represent you.

Energy cases in Dallas, Texas

J. takes energy 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 J. agrees to represent you.

Environmental cases in Dallas, Texas

J. takes environmental 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 J. agrees to represent you.

Government cases in Dallas, Texas

J. takes government 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 J. agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Dallas, Texas

J. takes litigation 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 J. agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet J. Robert Beatty — business lawyer in Dallas

J. Robert Beatty is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental. J. has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locke Lord LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Mr. J. Robert Beatty is a lawyer practicing administrative & regulatory, energy, business litigation & dispute resolution and 5 other areas of law. J. received a B.S. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years. J. practices at Locke Lord LLP in Dallas, TX.

How J. handles business matters

Mr. J. Robert Beatty is a lawyer practicing administrative & regulatory, energy, business litigation & dispute resolution and 5 other areas of law. J. received a B.S. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years. J. practices at Locke Lord LLP in Dallas, TX.

The kind of cases J. takes

J. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, energy, and environmental matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • The University of Texas School of Law

    J.D. · 1979

  • Southern Methodist University

    B.S. · 1976

Jurisdictions

J.'s state bar admissions

  • Texas Fifth Circuit

    1979 · ACTIVE

J. studied at J.D. in The University of Texas School of Law and B.S. in Southern Methodist University. Consultations are available in Chinese, French Italian, and Italian.

Law school and academic background

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

Languages spoken

J. offers consultations in Chinese, French Italian, and Italian. Client materials — retainer agreements, statements, court filings — are prepared in English unless J. agrees otherwise in writing.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

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

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

J.'s professional memberships and bar associations

  • Champions of Justice

    membership

Locations

J. Robert Beatty's office in Dallas

J.'s primary office is at 2200 Ross Avenue, Suite 2200, Dallas, TX, 75201-2748. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Locke Lord LLP

2200 Ross Avenue, Suite 2200

Dallas, TX 75201-2748

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Client feedback

Client reviews of J. Robert Beatty — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

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

5.0

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Hiring guide

How to hire J. Robert Beatty — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a business attorney in Dallas, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 J.

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. J. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about J. Robert Beatty

  • How much does it cost to hire J. for a business case?

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

  • Does J. offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do business cases in Texas typically take?

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

  • Can J. take my case if I'm outside Dallas?

    J. 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 — J. 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 J.?

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

  • Is J. accepting new business clients right now?

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

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Dallas, Houston and Austin in Texas

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