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.