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Marianne M. Auld, Appellate Attorney in Fort Worth, Texas

Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Business, and Litigation

Fort Worth, TX

Practicing appellate in Fort Worth since 1988.

38+
Years practicing
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Marianne M. Auld is an attorney based in Fort Worth, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Litigation. Marianne has over 38 years of legal experience.

Based in
Fort Worth, TEXAS
Experience
over 38 years
Known for
Appellate · Business · Litigation
  • Handles Appellate, Business, and Litigation matters from Fort Worth, TEXAS.
  • Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026).

About Marianne M. Auld: Marianne M. Auld is an attorney based in Fort Worth, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Litigation. Marianne has over 38 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Marianne M. Auld

Marianne concentrates on appellate, business, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Marianne handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Appellate cases in Fort Worth, Texas

Marianne takes appellate matters in Fort Worth, 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 Marianne agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Fort Worth, Texas

Marianne takes business matters in Fort Worth, 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 Marianne agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Fort Worth, Texas

Marianne takes litigation matters in Fort Worth, 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 Marianne agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Marianne M. Auld — Over 38 years of Texas appellate experience

Marianne M. Auld is an attorney based in Fort Worth, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Litigation. Marianne has over 38 years of legal experience.

Marianne M. Auld is the managing partner of Kelly Hart and the chair of the firm’s Appellate section. She has briefed and argued dozens of appeals in both state and federal courts of appeals.

Ms. Auld began her career as a law clerk on the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. Following her clerkship, she joined Kelly Hart as an associate in the firm’s litigation section, where she worked on a wide range of civil matters for clients including governmental entities and both publicly-traded and privately-held companies. Later, she served as a tenured professor of law at Baylor Law School, where she taught, among other courses, civil procedure, remedies, and legal writing.

Marianne's approach to appellate cases

Marianne M. Auld is the managing partner of Kelly Hart and the chair of the firm’s Appellate section. She has briefed and argued dozens of appeals in both state and federal courts of appeals. Ms. Auld began her career as a law clerk on the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. Following her clerkship, she joined Kelly Hart as an associate in the firm’s litigation section, where…

Clients Marianne works with

Marianne reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and litigation matters in Fort Worth and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Marianne M. Auld's legal education and bar admissions

  • Baylor University

    JD · 1988

  • Baylor University

    B.A. · 1982

Jurisdictions

Marianne's state bar admissions

  • Texas

    1988 · ACTIVE

Marianne studied at JD in Baylor University and B.A. in Baylor University.

Law school and academic background

Marianne completed JD in Baylor University and B.A. in Baylor University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Marianne runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Marianne M. Auld

Marianne has received 12 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Listed in The Best Lawyers in America, 2015-2025

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Named to The 400 Most Influential by Fort Worth Inc. magazine, 2018-2025

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters, 2013-2025

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Top 50 Women Texas Super Lawyers, 2022-2024

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Dallas/Fort Worth Super Lawyers, 2022-2024

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Top Attorney in Appellate Law, 360 West magazine, 2017-2025

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Top Attorney, Fort Worth Magazine, 2012-2025

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Great Woman of Texas, Fort Worth Business Press, 2018

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Law Good Scout Recipient by the Longhorn Council of the Boy Scouts of America, 2017

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Listed in The Best Lawyers in America, 2015-2025 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Named to The 400 Most Influential by Fort Worth Inc. magazine, 2018-2025 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters, 2013-2025 (2026).

Locations

Marianne M. Auld's office in Fort Worth

Marianne's primary office is at 201 Main Street, Suite 2500, Fort Worth, Texas, 76102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

201 Main Street, Suite 2500

Fort Worth, Texas 76102

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Hiring guide

How to hire Marianne M. Auld — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Fort Worth, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Marianne

Marianne discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every appellate 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. Marianne confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Marianne's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Marianne M. Auld

  • How much does it cost to hire Marianne for a appellate case?

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

  • Does Marianne offer a free consultation?

    Marianne charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Marianne's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Marianne's current terms during booking.

  • How long do appellate cases in Texas typically take?

    Simple appellate 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. Marianne gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Marianne take my case if I'm outside Fort Worth?

    Marianne 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 — Marianne 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 Marianne?

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

  • Is Marianne accepting new appellate clients right now?

    Marianne'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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