
Kent Donavan Williamson, Employment Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Insurance · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatSettlePou
Dallas, TX
Practicing employment in Dallas since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 5
- Bar admissions
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Kent Donavan Williamson is a member based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. Kent has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at SettlePou. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Dallas, TX
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · Insurance
- Handles Employment, General, and Insurance matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Kent Donavan Williamson: Kent Donavan Williamson is a member based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. Kent has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at SettlePou. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kent takes on
Kent concentrates on employment, general, insurance, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kent handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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General
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Insurance
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Personal Injury
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Employment cases in Dallas, Texas
Kent takes employment 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 Kent agrees to represent you.
General cases in Dallas, Texas
Kent takes general 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 Kent agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Dallas, Texas
Kent 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 Kent agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Dallas, Texas
Kent 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 Kent agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kent Donavan Williamson — employment lawyer in Dallas
Kent Donavan Williamson is a member based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. Kent has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at SettlePou. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Kent Donavan Williamson is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, nonsubscriber defense, personal injury and 1 other area of law. Kent received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Dallas in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years. Kent practices at SettlePou in Dallas, TX.
How Kent handles employment matters
Mr. Kent Donavan Williamson is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, nonsubscriber defense, personal injury and 1 other area of law. Kent received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Dallas in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years. Kent practices at SettlePou in Dallas, TX.
Who Kent represents
Kent reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and insurance matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Tulsa College of Law
J.D. · 1990
University of Texas at Dallas
B.A. · 1986
Jurisdictions
Kent's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2013 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2002 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1996 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1995 · ACTIVE
Texas
1990 · ACTIVE
Kent studied at J.D. in University of Tulsa College of Law and B.A. in University of Texas at Dallas.
Law school and academic background
Kent completed J.D. in University of Tulsa College of Law and B.A. in University of Texas at Dallas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kent runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Kent has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Kent's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Texas Dallas Bar Association
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Locations
Kent Donavan Williamson's office in Dallas
Kent's primary office is at 3333 Lee Parkway, Eighth Floor, Dallas, TX, 75219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Kent Donavan Williamson — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Kent. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Dallas.
5.0
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How to hire Kent Donavan Williamson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kent usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kent charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kent'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; Kent will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Kent
Kent discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Kent confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kent's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kent Donavan Williamson
How much does it cost to hire Kent for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kent walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kent offer a free consultation?
Kent charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kent's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Kent's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Texas typically take?
Simple employment 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. Kent gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kent take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Kent 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 — Kent 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 Kent?
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. Kent will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kent accepting new employment clients right now?
Kent's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Dallas, Houston and Austin in Texas
Kent handles employment matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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