Thomas Woolsey III, Business Attorney in Dallas, Texas
focused on Business, General, and M&A
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Dallas, TX
Trusted business attorney serving Dallas.
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Thomas Woolsey III is a shareholder based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
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- Handles Business, General, and M&A matters from Dallas, TX.
About Thomas Woolsey III: Thomas Woolsey III is a shareholder based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Thomas takes on
Thomas concentrates on business, general, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Thomas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Dallas, Texas
Thomas 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
General cases in Dallas, Texas
Thomas 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Dallas, Texas
Thomas takes m&a 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Thomas Woolsey III — business lawyer in Dallas
Thomas Woolsey III is a shareholder based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Thomas Woolsey serves as Co-Chair of the Texas Corporate Practice. He has deep experience advising clients with mergers and acquisitions, recapitalizations, financings, and debt and equity offerings in transactions ranging in value from $5M to $1B+. Thomas advises clients in transactions that involve a broad range of industries, including health care, software and technology, energy, manufacturing and construction, real estate, and food and beverage. His clients include private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies, operating companies, and management teams. Thomas serves as outside general counsel by many of his clients and he counsels them in their most complex business transactions and strategic objectives. He is known for his responsiveness and practical approach.
Thomas also represents many clients in connection with cross-border transactions. He provides counsel to clients that seek to enter domestic markets as well as domestic clients that desire to expand their operations throughout the world. He has represented clients in cross-border transactions with parties located in India, China, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Germany, Switzerland, France, Canada, Korea, as well as nations on the African and South American continents.
Concentrations
•Mergers and acquisitions
•Private equity
•Corporate and securities
•Venture capital
•Corporate finance
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, 'Ones to Watch'
•Corporate Law, 2024-2025
•Mergers and Acquisitions Law, 2024-2025
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Texas Super Lawyers, 'Rising Star,' M&A, 2018-2021
How Thomas handles business matters
Thomas Woolsey serves as Co-Chair of the Texas Corporate Practice. He has deep experience advising clients with mergers and acquisitions, recapitalizations, financings, and debt and equity offerings in transactions ranging in value from $5M to $1B+. Thomas advises clients in transactions that involve a broad range of industries, including health care, software and technology, energy,…
Who Thomas represents
Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and m&a matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law
J.D. · 2011
The University of Texas at Austin
B.A. · 2004
Thomas studied at J.D. in Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law and B.A. in The University of Texas at Austin.
Law school and academic background
Thomas completed J.D. in Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law and B.A. in The University of Texas at Austin. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thomas runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Thomas's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional & Community Involvement •Member, State Bar of Texas
membership
Locations
Thomas Woolsey III's office in Dallas
Thomas's primary office is at 2200 Ross Avenue, Suite 5200, Dallas, TX, 75201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Thomas Woolsey III — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Thomas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Thomas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas'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; Thomas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Thomas
Thomas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Thomas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Thomas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Thomas Woolsey III
How much does it cost to hire Thomas for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Thomas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Thomas offer a free consultation?
Thomas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Thomas's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Texas typically take?
Simple business 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. Thomas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Thomas take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Thomas 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 — Thomas 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 Thomas?
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. Thomas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Thomas accepting new business clients right now?
Thomas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Dallas, Houston and Austin in Texas
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