Richard Salgado: A Masterful Litigator Balancing High-Stakes Disputes and the Art of Niceness

Renowned trial lawyer, Richard Salgado, currently leads the Dallas Litigation Practice Group. Salgado recently joined McDermott, bringing with him an eminent litigation practice honed in Texas. As a litigator, Salgado demonstrated an impressive track record having first-chaired 13 jury trials and presenting oral arguments in over two dozen appeals.

Salgado’s expertise extends to high-stakes, bet-the-company disputes with numerous facets of commercial litigation, tort, intellectual property, and regulatory matters. These disputes often involve sums in the billions of dollars. A recent interview conducted on JD Supra has allowed Salgado to share his perspective on being more than just a successful businessman – beyond legal prowess, he also emphasizes the importance of niceness.

Given the magnitude and complexity of the cases he handles, the insights presented by Salgado are invaluable. A reputable lawyer who has proved his mettle in the courtroom, Salgado is a respected voice in the legal sphere and his outlook on the profession offers crucial considerations for legal professionals and firms across the globe.

Salgado’s recent migration to McDermott is noteworthy, a move aimed at further enhancing an already prestigious litigation practice in Texas. As he continues to represent clients in an array of complex litigations, Salgado will remain a significant figure within the legal profession, consistently providing exemplars of diligence and good business conduct for other practitioners.