McCathern, PLLC is pleased to announce that attorneys Joseph E. Sampson and Ty M. Sheaks have been named Partners of the firm. Both attorneys are experienced litigators who have worked to achieve the best possible results for each client, and their promotions strengthen McCathern’s practice as leaders in civil and business litigation cases.
What Does McCathern Partnership Require?
McCathern partnership is not easily achieved. Partnership is the result of hard work, dedication, and exemplary client service. Attorneys must prove themselves worthy of partnership by demonstrating remarkable business acumen and strong determination to achieve the best possible results for each client. They must be committed to putting in the time and energy necessary to make partner.
“Making partner is an important career milestone,” stated Levi G. McCathern, II, Founding Partner of McCathern law firm. “Joey and Ty are exceptional litigators who have put in the hard work and dedication required for partnership. We congratulate them with enthusiasm and vigor and welcome them as partners.”
McCathern partners are experts in their areas of practice and they proactively identify business opportunities for clients and the firm. Attorneys who achieve partnership have a proven track record of going the extra mile for clients at every turn.
About Joseph E. Sampson
Since joining McCathern in 2007, Joey has garnered extensive experience and developed a successful practice in litigating matters for defendants and plaintiffs. He handles cases in all areas of business and civil litigation, including insurance coverage issues, D&O liability claims, contract disputes, construction claims, labor and employment claims, and catastrophic personal injury and premise liability claims. Joey also consults companies regarding risk management, employment issues, and contract matters. His strong risk management and insurance background allows him to bring a unique perspective to both consulting businesses and to his litigation practice.
A native of Atlanta, Georgia, Joey graduated magna cum laude from the University of Georgia, where he earned his Bachelor of Business Administration degree, majoring in Risk Management and Insurance. After working for a number of years in risk management, Joey went on to earn his law degree from Baylor University School of Law. While attending Baylor, Joey became a member of its Order of Barristers. Click here to read full bio.
About Ty M. Sheaks
Ty leads McCathern’s Retail, Restaurant, and Hospitality Section and also has extensive experience and a successful track record in a variety of business litigation matters involving personal injury claims, premises liability claims, non-subscription defense, labor/employment disputes, D&O liability claims, construction disputes, toxic tort and products liability claims, and breach of contract actions. Additionally, he routinely advises business partners in a variety of transactional matters, business entity formation issues, and corporate governance.
An active member of the legal community, Ty is a member of the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance, Defense Research Institute, State Bar of Texas, and the Dallas Bar Association. He volunteers as a lacrosse coach at Jesuit College Preparatory School, serves as an Advisory Board Member for the Boy Scouts of America-Circle Ten Council, and is a member of the National Eagle Scout Association. Ty is a graduate of the University of Denver’s Sturm College of Law. He attended undergraduate at Regis University on a lacrosse scholarship and graduated cum laude with a degree in business administration. Click here to read full bio.
About McCathern, PLLC
McCathern provides high-quality legal services to clients across the nation with a broad range of practice group specializations. Each of the firm’s leaders brings large-firm experience and business acumen to a smaller-firm environment of agility and efficiency. McCathern’s philosophy of improving people’s lives is implemented daily by treating clients as business partners, working together to find the solution to a dispute, and closing transactions in a diligent, cost-effective manner. The firm’s track record has attracted an impressive clientele list, ranging from Fortune 500 corporations and high-profile organizations to small companies and high-net-worth individuals.