David Adair McFarland, General Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on General, Health Care, and Insurance · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratThompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP
Dallas, TX
Practicing general in Dallas since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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David Adair McFarland is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Insurance. David has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Dallas, TX
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- General · Health Care · Insurance
- Handles General, Health Care, and Insurance matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About David Adair McFarland: David Adair McFarland is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Insurance. David has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
David's practice areas in Dallas
David concentrates on general, health care, insurance, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Personal Injury
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General cases in Dallas, Texas
David 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 David agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Dallas, Texas
David takes health care 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 David agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Dallas, Texas
David 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 David agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Dallas, Texas
David takes litigation 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 David agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Dallas, Texas
David 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 David agrees to represent you.
Biography
David Adair McFarland, general attorney serving Dallas
David Adair McFarland is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Insurance. David has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review. David works from Dallas, Texas and takes on general matters across the region.
Mr. David Adair McFarland is a lawyer practicing casualty insurance, construction, health and 4 other areas of law. David received a B.B.A. degree from Texas Tech University in 1994, and has been licensed for 32 years. David practices at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP in Dallas, TX.
David's approach to general cases
Mr. David Adair McFarland is a lawyer practicing casualty insurance, construction, health and 4 other areas of law. David received a B.B.A. degree from Texas Tech University in 1994, and has been licensed for 32 years. David practices at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP in Dallas, TX.
Clients David works with
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, health care, and insurance matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where David studied and practices
Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law
J.D. · 1994
Texas Tech University
B.B.A. Marketing · 1994
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
Arkansas U.S. Distri
2006 · ACTIVE
Texas
1994 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law and B.B.A. Marketing in Texas Tech University.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law and B.B.A. Marketing in Texas Tech University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
David's legal honors and published work
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
Dallas, Tarrant County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Dallas Association of Young Lawyers
membership
Locations
David Adair McFarland's office in Dallas
David's primary office is at Twenty-Fifth Floor, Plaza of the Americas, 700 N. Pearl St., Dallas, TX, 75201-2832. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP
Twenty-Fifth Floor, Plaza of the Americas, 700 N. Pearl St.
Dallas, TX 75201-2832
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Client reviews of David Adair McFarland — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire David Adair McFarland — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Adair McFarland
How much does it cost to hire David for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Texas typically take?
Simple general 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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
David 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 — David 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 David?
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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new general clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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