Patrick Francis Madden

When his clients are threatened by claims that could expose them to catastrophic liability, Patrick Madden develops and implements robust, aggressive, and effective defense strategies. His sound counsel and well-honed advocacy skills have earned him the trust of clients from a wide range of industries, as well as the respect of colleagues and adversaries alike. His AV-Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell® and his consistent inclusion on the Texas SuperLawyer® list and similar rolls of outstanding lawyers are a testament to his record of exceptional representation.

Patrick’s experience includes representing clients in claims involving medical devices, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, health care products, consumer electronics, heavy industrial equipment, oil field equipment, and building and construction products. Well-versed in Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations as well as the customs and practices of the industry, Patrick has represented motor carriers and drivers in hundreds of cases. For his transportation industry clients, Patrick leads an accident response team that is prepared seven days a week, 24 hours a day, to document an accident scene and assure preservation of critical evidence.

Patrick has successfully defended lawsuits alleging defective design, manufacture, and marketing of products. He has represented clients in lawsuits involving allegations of breach of contract, oil and gas royalty disputes, consumer protection matters, employment issues, non-compete agreements, fraud, conversion (theft), trade secrets, trademarks, and breach of fiduciary duty. On many occasions, he has represented clients in lawsuits arising from personal and property damages alleged to have been caused by negligence or defects in oil field equipment or services. Additionally, Patrick represents physicians, dentists, surgical centers, hospitals, and other medical entities and professionals in healthcare and business matters.

A seasoned litigator, Patrick also provides proactive counsel focused on minimizing or neutralizing risk before litigation, regularly consulting with businesses regarding risk assessment, contracts, and dispute resolution.

Patrick earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Texas School of Law after graduating, magna cum laude, from Boston College.

He is admitted to practice in all state and federal courts in Texas, and has litigated cases in virtually every county in the state of Texas. He has tried cases to juries in Bowie County, Collin County, Dallas County, Grayson County, Hidalgo County, Hunt County, Hutchison County, Kaufman County, Lubbock County, Parker County, Tarrant County, Wise County and several Federal District Courts. Patrick has also been admitted pro hac vice in courts in Alabama, Arkansas, California, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Mississippi, Nevada, New York, New Jersey, North Carolina, and Oklahoma.