Mark W. Moran, Construction Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 33 years of legal practice
Dallas, TX
Practicing construction in Dallas since 1993.
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Mark W. Moran is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Construction. Mark has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Munck Wilson Mandala.
- Based in
- Dallas, TEXAS
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- Construction
- Handles Construction matters from Dallas, TEXAS.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026).
About Mark W. Moran: Mark W. Moran is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Construction. Mark has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Munck Wilson Mandala.
Areas of practice
Mark's practice areas in Dallas
Mark concentrates on construction. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction cases in Dallas, Texas
Mark takes construction 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
Biography
Mark W. Moran, construction attorney serving Dallas
Mark W. Moran is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Construction. Mark has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Munck Wilson Mandala. Mark works from Dallas, Texas and takes on construction matters across the region.
Mark W. Moran is a partner in the complex litigation/dispute resolution group and he chairs the firm’s large loss property subrogation practice.
Mark has over 30 years of litigation experience. His unique subrogation practice is exclusively focused on contingency-fee-based, large property loss recovery. Mark and his team have successfully litigated and tried to verdict dozens of property damage and construction defect cases throughout the country, several of which required jury trials and appeals.
Mark is repeatedly selected by his peers as a Texas Super Lawyer and he is rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell. He is a member of the National Association of Subrogation Professionals and the Million Dollar Advocates Forum®, The Top Trial Lawyers in America®.
Mark received his J.D. from St. Mary’s University School of Law where he served as articles editor of the St. Mary’s Law Journal. He clerked for the Honorable Reynaldo Garza, United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, and prior to law school, Mark earned his B.B.A. in finance and accounting from Texas A&M University.
Working with Mark on a construction matter
Mark W. Moran is a partner in the complex litigation/dispute resolution group and he chairs the firm’s large loss property subrogation practice. Mark has over 30 years of litigation experience. His unique subrogation practice is exclusively focused on contingency-fee-based, large property loss recovery. Mark and his team have successfully litigated and tried to verdict dozens of property damage…
Clients Mark works with
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Mark studied and practices
St. Mary's Academy & College
J.D. · 1993
Texas A&M University
B.B.A. Finance & Accounting · 1989
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
Arizona
2011 · ACTIVE
Texas
1993 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at J.D. in St. Mary's Academy & College and B.B.A. Finance & Accounting in Texas A&M University.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed J.D. in St. Mary's Academy & College and B.B.A. Finance & Accounting in Texas A&M University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Mark's legal honors and published work
Mark has received 6 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters 2011 – 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Super Lawyers in DFW, Thomson Reuters 2016
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Million Dollar Advocates Forum, The Top Trial Lawyers in America
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters 2011 – 2024 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Super Lawyers in DFW, Thomson Reuters 2016 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Million Dollar Advocates Forum, The Top Trial Lawyers in America (2026).
Locations
Mark W. Moran's office in Dallas
Mark's primary office is at 1900 Texas Capital Center, Dallas, Texas, 75201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Mark W. Moran — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mark usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mark charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark'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; Mark will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Mark
Mark discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction 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. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mark's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mark W. Moran
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mark walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mark offer a free consultation?
Mark charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in Texas typically take?
Simple construction 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. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mark take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Mark 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 — Mark 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 Mark?
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. Mark will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mark accepting new construction clients right now?
Mark's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Construction attorneys serving Dallas, Houston and Austin in Texas
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