Michael D. McQueen

Michael D. McQueen, Employment Attorney in El Paso, Texas

Over 50 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Managing PartneratKemp Smith LLP

El Paso, TX

Practicing employment in El Paso since 1976.

50+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
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Michael D. McQueen is a managing partner based in El Paso, TX. The practice focuses on Employment. Michael has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kemp Smith LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
El Paso, TX
Experience
over 50 years
Known for
Employment
  • Handles Employment matters from El Paso, TX.
  • Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Michael D. McQueen: Michael D. McQueen is a managing partner based in El Paso, TX. The practice focuses on Employment. Michael has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kemp Smith LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Michael D. McQueen

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

Employment cases in El Paso, Texas

Michael takes employment matters in El Paso, 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 Michael agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Michael D. McQueen — Over 50 years of Texas employment experience

Michael D. McQueen is a managing partner based in El Paso, TX. The practice focuses on Employment. Michael has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kemp Smith LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Mr. Michael D. McQueen is a lawyer practicing labor and employment. Michael received a B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Michael practices at Kemp Smith LLP in El Paso, TX.

How Michael handles employment matters

Mr. Michael D. McQueen is a lawyer practicing labor and employment. Michael received a B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Michael practices at Kemp Smith LLP in El Paso, TX.

Who Michael represents

Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in El Paso and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Michael D. McQueen's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Texas

    J.D. · 1976

  • Southern Methodist University

    B.A. · 1973

Jurisdictions

Michael's state bar admissions

  • Texas U.S. District

    1976 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1976 · ACTIVE

Michael studied at J.D. in University of Texas and B.A. in Southern Methodist University.

Law school and academic background

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

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Michael D. McQueen

Michael has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Michael's professional memberships and bar associations

  • State Bar of Texas (Former Chair, Executive Council, Labor & Employment Law Section) American Bar Association (Labor and Employment Law Section) El Paso Bar Association Society for Human Resource Management El Paso Society for Human Resource Management

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Locations

Michael D. McQueen's office in El Paso

Michael's primary office is at 221 North Kansas, Suite 1700, El Paso, TX, 79901. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Kemp Smith LLP

221 North Kansas, Suite 1700

El Paso, TX 79901

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Michael D. McQueen — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Michael. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in El Paso.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Michael D. McQueen — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a employment attorney in El Paso, 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 Michael

Michael 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. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Michael'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 Michael D. McQueen

  • How much does it cost to hire Michael for a employment case?

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

  • Does Michael offer a free consultation?

    Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Michael'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. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Michael take my case if I'm outside El Paso?

    Michael 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 — Michael 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 Michael?

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

  • Is Michael accepting new employment clients right now?

    Michael'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 El Paso, Houston and Dallas in Texas

Michael 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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