James Matthew McCoy, Insurance Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance and Personal Injury · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatMayer LLP
Dallas, TX
Practicing insurance in Dallas since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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James Matthew McCoy is a member based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury. James has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayer LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Dallas, TX
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Personal Injury
- Handles Insurance and Personal Injury matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About James Matthew McCoy: James Matthew McCoy is a member based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury. James has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayer LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by James Matthew McCoy
James concentrates on insurance and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case James handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases in Dallas, Texas
James takes insurance 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 James agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Dallas, Texas
James 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 James agrees to represent you.
Biography
About James Matthew McCoy — Over 35 years of Texas insurance experience
James Matthew McCoy is a member based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury. James has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayer LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. James Matthew McCoy is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation, personal injury litigation. James received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years. James practices at Mayer LLP in Dallas, TX.
How James handles insurance matters
Mr. James Matthew McCoy is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation, personal injury litigation. James received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years. James practices at Mayer LLP in Dallas, TX.
Who James represents
James reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance and personal injury matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
James Matthew McCoy's legal education and bar admissions
Southern Methodist University
J.D. · 1991
University of Illinois
B.S. · 1988
Jurisdictions
James's state bar admissions
Texas Southern Distr
1993 · ACTIVE
Texas Western Distri
1992 · ACTIVE
Texas Texas Northern
1991 · ACTIVE
James studied at J.D. in Southern Methodist University and B.S. in University of Illinois.
Law school and academic background
James completed J.D. in Southern Methodist University and B.S. in University of Illinois. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice James runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of James Matthew McCoy
James has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
James's professional memberships and bar associations
Dallas and American Bar Associations Dallas Association of Young Lawyers
membership
Locations
James Matthew McCoy's office in Dallas
James's primary office is at 601 Elm St., Ste. 3700, Dallas, TX, 75201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of James Matthew McCoy — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of James. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Dallas.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire James Matthew McCoy — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with James usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
James charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain James'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; James will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 James
James discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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. James confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
James's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about James Matthew McCoy
How much does it cost to hire James for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. James walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does James offer a free consultation?
James charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain James's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check James's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Texas typically take?
Simple insurance 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. James gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can James take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
James 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 — James 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 James?
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. James will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is James accepting new insurance clients right now?
James's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Insurance attorneys serving Dallas, Houston and Austin in Texas
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