Justin Victor Sumner, ADR Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Civil Rights
PartneratSumner Schick LLP
Dallas, TX
Practicing adr in Dallas since 2008.
- 18+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Justin Victor Sumner is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Civil Rights. Justin has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sumner Schick LLP.
- Based in
- Dallas, TX
- Experience
- over 18 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Civil Rights
- Handles ADR, Business, and Civil Rights matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Justin Victor Sumner: Justin Victor Sumner is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Civil Rights. Justin has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sumner Schick LLP.
Areas of practice
Justin's practice areas in Dallas
Justin concentrates on adr, business, civil rights, consumer, and criminal defense. Each area below outlines the kind of case Justin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Criminal Defense
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ADR cases in Dallas, Texas
Justin 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 Justin agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Dallas, Texas
Justin 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 Justin agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases in Dallas, Texas
Justin takes civil rights 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 Justin agrees to represent you.
Consumer cases in Dallas, Texas
Justin takes consumer 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 Justin agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in Dallas, Texas
Justin takes criminal defense 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 Justin agrees to represent you.
Biography
Justin Victor Sumner, adr attorney serving Dallas
Justin Victor Sumner is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Civil Rights. Justin has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sumner Schick LLP. Justin works from Dallas, Texas and takes on adr matters across the region.
Mr. Justin Victor Sumner is a lawyer practicing antitrust, arbitration, business and 15 other areas of law. Justin received a B.S. degree from University of Arkansas in 2000, and has been licensed for 18 years. Justin practices at Sumner Schick LLP in Dallas, TX.
Justin's approach to adr cases
Mr. Justin Victor Sumner is a lawyer practicing antitrust, arbitration, business and 15 other areas of law. Justin received a B.S. degree from University of Arkansas in 2000, and has been licensed for 18 years. Justin practices at Sumner Schick LLP in Dallas, TX.
The kind of cases Justin takes
Justin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and civil rights matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Justin studied and practices
Whittier College School of Law
J.D. Whittier · 2006
University of Arkansas
B.S. · 2000
Jurisdictions
Justin's state bar admissions
Texas Arkansas
2008 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2008 · ACTIVE
Justin studied at J.D. Whittier in Whittier College School of Law and B.S. in University of Arkansas.
Law school and academic background
Justin completed J.D. Whittier in Whittier College School of Law and B.S. in University of Arkansas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Justin runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Justin's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Texas
membership
Locations
Justin Victor Sumner's office in Dallas
Justin's primary office is at 3006 Cole Avenue, Dallas, TX, 75204. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Justin Victor Sumner — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Justin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Justin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Justin'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; Justin 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 Justin
Justin 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. Justin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Justin'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 Justin Victor Sumner
How much does it cost to hire Justin for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Justin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Justin offer a free consultation?
Justin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Justin's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Justin'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. Justin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Justin take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Justin 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 — Justin 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 Justin?
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. Justin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Justin accepting new adr clients right now?
Justin'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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