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Mark W. Moran, Construction Attorney in Dallas, Texas

Over 33 years of legal practice

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.

Main office

Munck Wilson Mandala

1900 Texas Capital Center

Dallas, Texas 75201

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Hiring guide

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

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

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