
Colleen McKnight
Founder & Trial attorney
Strategic. tenacious. Personally Invested.
Your Business Deserves More Than a Lawyer. It Deserves a Legal Ally.
I help business leaders protect what they’re building, through litigation when necessary, and legal strategy whenever possible.
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My clients are founders, executives, and professionals navigating legal decisions with real consequences. They’re not looking for generic answers. They want tailored strategy, clear communication, and an advocate who understands the stakes.
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That’s the standard I’ve built McKnight Law PLLC on.
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About My Practice
I founded McKnight Law after over a decade in high-stakes commercial litigation, including years at one of the nation’s top firms. There, I represented large corporations in complex disputes. Today, I offer that same level of excellence to clients who want hands-on representation, not just a name on a pleading.
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Whether I’m leading a trial team, crafting a demand letter to resolve a dispute early, or advising clients on risk prevention, I bring strategic clarity and a results-driven mindset.
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Representative Experience
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Lead counsel in state, federal, and arbitration forums,
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Prosecuted and defended multi-million-dollar business and partnership disputes.
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Represented executives, entrepreneurs, and companies in energy, healthcare, media, and hospitality.
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Secured favorable outcomes at every stage—early resolution, dispositive motion, and trial.​
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What Clients Appreciate
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A calm, steady presence—even in contentious litigation
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Thoughtful, business-aligned strategy
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Clear, responsive communication
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Respect for the client’s time, budget, and bottom line
ADMISSIONS
Texas
North Dakota
US District Court for Southern District of Texas
US District Court for the Western District of Texas
US District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals
Federal Circuit Court of Appeals
PRIOR EXPERINCE
Hogan Lovells US LLP
2011 - 2016
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Foley & Lardner LLP
2016 - 2023


HONORS
Texas Super Lawyers, Rising Star, 2021-2025
Board President, The Riverside Project 2023-Present
National Board Member, Maverick PAC, 2022-Present

