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John DeGroote, ADR Attorney in Dallas, Texas

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John DeGroote is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on ADR. Currently practicing at DeGroote Partners LLC.

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  • Handles ADR matters from Dallas, TEXAS.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Mediation (Dallas/Fort Worth) (2024).

About John DeGroote: John DeGroote is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on ADR. Currently practicing at DeGroote Partners LLC.

Areas of practice

Legal matters John takes on

John concentrates on adr. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Dallas, Texas

John takes adr 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 John agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet John DeGroote — adr lawyer in Dallas

John DeGroote is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on ADR. Currently practicing at DeGroote Partners LLC.

In complex business, technology, and intellectual property matters involving parties and interests around the country and beyond, John DeGroote has served as a mediator and arbitrator in significant disputes since 2013. His experience as a litigator, corporate counsel and business executive brings rare and valuable perspective to dispute resolution.

Mr. DeGroote previously served as chief litigation counsel to KPMG Consulting, LLC/BearingPoint, Inc., a $3 billion global consulting firm with as many as 17,000 employees, for over eight years. He later became the company’s chief legal officer and, ultimately, its president. Prior to KPMG Consulting, John practiced with a nationally known litigation boutique and a major Texas law firm, representing plaintiffs and defendants in complex commercial and intellectual property litigation matters.

In 2009, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York appointed Mr. DeGroote to serve as the liquidating trustee to the BearingPoint, Inc. Liquidating Trust. In the time since, he has been appointed and retained to manage various estates, claims, and special situations around the country. He has served as lead settlement negotiator in hundreds of cases, mediating and negotiating settlements on behalf of corporate and individual clients in more than 20 states.

Mr. DeGroote graduated from the Duke University School of Law in 1990. Before that, he received his B.A. from Mississippi State University in 1986. He received his mediation training from Pepperdine University’s Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution in 2005 and arbitration training from the AAA in 2012.

Working with John on a adr matter

In complex business, technology, and intellectual property matters involving parties and interests around the country and beyond, John DeGroote has served as a mediator and arbitrator in significant disputes since 2013. His experience as a litigator, corporate counsel and business executive brings rare and valuable perspective to dispute resolution. Mr. DeGroote previously served as chief…

Who John represents

John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Duke University

    J.D. · 1990

  • Mississippi State University

    B.A. · 1990

Jurisdictions

John's state bar admissions

  • Texas, State Bar of

    ACTIVE

John studied at J.D. in Duke University and B.A. in Mississippi State University.

Law school and academic background

John completed J.D. in Duke University and B.A. in Mississippi State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

John has received 8 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Mediation (Dallas/Fort Worth)

    2024

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mediation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers, 2006, 2018-2025

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers in America, 2020

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Global Leader: Mediation, Who's Who Legal

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Inaugural Member, ADR Champions List, The National Law Journal

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 500 Hall of Fame

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Mediation (Dallas/Fort Worth) (2024). Best Lawyers in America — Mediation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers, 2006, 2018-2025 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers in America, 2020 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Global Leader: Mediation, Who's Who Legal (2026).

Locations

John DeGroote's office in Dallas

John's primary office is at 501 South Second Avenue, Suite A-700, Dallas, Texas, 75226. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

DeGroote Partners LLC

501 South Second Avenue, Suite A-700

Dallas, Texas 75226

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Hiring guide

How to hire John DeGroote — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Dallas, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 John

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about John DeGroote

  • How much does it cost to hire John for a adr case?

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

  • Does John offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do adr cases in Texas typically take?

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

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

    John 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 — John 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 John?

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

  • Is John accepting new adr clients right now?

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

Areas served

ADR attorneys serving Dallas, Houston and Austin in Texas

John handles adr matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.

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