Dallas Commercial and Business Litigation Attorney
Brian D. Melton
Brian D. Melton

Attorney Melton does not handle Consumer Law Cases for individuals.
In today's increasingly complex legal and financial environment, doing business successfully requires more than careful financial planning and sound business practices; it also calls for an ongoing awareness of legal hazards and effective plans for protection against them.
If you are the owner of a large business striving to compete in this constantly changing economic climate, you simply can't afford to operate without the advice and guidance of a trusted, experienced business attorney who can help you develop strategies to deal with disputes that could threaten the success, and possibly the survival, of your business.
Dallas attorney Brian D. Melton has the knowledge and expertise to provide the legal services that a large commercial enterprise requires. He was named in 2007 as one of the top 15 business defense attorneys in North Texas by the Dallas Business Journal. He was named in 2007 as one of the top 15 corporate defense attorneys in North Texas by the Dallas Business Journal. He is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Civil Trial and in Consumer and Commercial Law. He has been named to the Texas Monthly Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers in America. He is also a former President of the Dallas Bar Association and is a graduate of the SMU Dedman School of Law.
During his 26 years of practice as a Dallas Commercial and Business Litigation Attorney, he has built an outstanding reputation in the legal community as a trusted, aggressive litigation expert, recognized for diligent preparation, attention to detail, and zealous advocacy on behalf of his clients. He is dedicated to providing exceptional representation to each of his clients in the following areas:
- Business Ownership Disputes
- Business Fraud and Deceptive Trade Practices
- Employment Disputes and Non-Competitive Covenants
- Real Estate and Lease Disputes
- Business Contracts
- Licensing & Commercial Contracts
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Contract Remedies
- Business Litigation
- Arbitration
As an experienced Dallas Commercial and Business Litigation Attorney, Mr. Melton specializes in helping large businesses to thrive in the marketplace. He has represented manufacturers, distributors, dealers, insurance companies, financial institutions and trustees in state and federal court litigation, arbitration, secured transactions, UCC law, workouts, business law, business acquisitions and sales matters.
Mr. Melton is a partner at the Dallas commercial law firm of Shackelford, Melton & McKinley, LLP. He subscribes to a simple philosophy based on three fundamentals: knowledge, professionalism, and delivery of services at a reasonable cost. He understands that disputes arise in every area of human endeavor; commercial affairs are no exception. He will work hard to resolve any disputes without litigation, but if necessary, he has the experience, ability and training to provide an outstanding level of representation in court.
If you or someone you know in Dallas or anywhere in Texas needs the assistance of an experienced Dallas Commercial and Business Litigation Attorney, call Brian D. Melton today at 866-435-3852, or use the contact form provided on this site to schedule your free consultation.
Mr. Melton is a partner at the Dallas commercial law firm of Shackelford, Melton & McKinley, LLP. He subscribes to a simple philosophy based on three fundamentals: knowledge, professionalism, and delivery of services at a reasonable cost. He understands that disputes arise in every area of human endeavor; commercial affairs are no exception. He will work hard to resolve any disputes without litigation, but if necessary, he has the experience, ability and training to provide an outstanding level of representation in court.
If you or someone you know in Dallas or anywhere in Texas needs the assistance of an experienced Dallas Commercial and Business Litigation Attorney, call Brian D. Melton today at 866-435-3852, or use the contact form provided on this site to schedule your free consultation.
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Brian D. MeltonShackelford, Melton & McKinley, L.L.P.
3333 Lee Pkwy 10th Floor
Dallas, TX 75219
Telephone: 866-435-3852
Fax: 214-780-1401