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Overview
Monica’s creative problem-solving and advocacy help her clients navigate complex legal disputes successfully.
Monica focuses her practice on representing individuals and businesses in high-stakes civil disputes spanning a wide range of industries. Her experience in all stages of litigation—including mediation, trial, and appeals—informs the strategies she offers her clients to resolve matters effectively.
Education & Admissions
University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 2016), Virginia Journal of Law and Politics, Managing Editor for Business; Extramural Moot Court
University of Texas at Dallas (B.A., Political Science, 2013), Eugene McDermott Scholars Program; Congressman Bill Archer Fellowship Program; Phi Kappa Phi; Collegium V Honors Program; Moot Court
Admissions
- Texas
- Northern District of Texas
- Eastern District of Texas
- Southern District of Texas
Experience
- Served on trial team representing commercial real estate broker in breach of contract dispute.
- Served on trial team successfully representing defendant against breach of nondisclosure and breach of noncompete agreements claims where plaintiff was seeking $41 million in damages.
- Successfully defended small business owner against fraud and unjust enrichment claims where plaintiff was seeking over $250,000 in damages.
- Successfully negotiated settlement of disputed estate and will contest.
- Represented employee of large national media company in wrongful termination arbitration proceeding.
- Defended some of the first negligence cases related to COVID-19 exposure in large meatpacking facilities.
Industries & Practices
Banking & Financial Institutions
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- Commercial Litigation
- Labor & Employment
