Levi G. McCathern, II

Partner

214-741-2662
214-741-4717
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Biography

Founding Partner Levi G. McCathern, II is a trusted advocate for those confronting some of the most complex and high-stakes legal battles. Known for his ability to correct injustice, Levi has built a reputation as the attorney celebrities, athletes, musicians, and top business leaders turn to when faced with critical challenges. Whether defending high-profile clients or guiding companies through commercial disputes, Levi specializes in partnering with influential individuals and organizations who have been targeted or wronged, using his expertise to restore balance and protect their interests. His strategic insight, combined with an unwavering commitment to his clients, embodies the core mission of McCathern Law Firm: Improving People’s Lives.

A skilled and experienced trial lawyer, Levi has served as lead counsel in numerous high-profile jury trials, helping clients through some of the most difficult legal battles. From crisis communications to reputation management, Levi’s expertise extends beyond the courtroom, providing legal consultation to companies nationwide. He is one of only a handful of attorneys in Texas to hold Board Certifications in both Civil Trial Law and Labor and Employment Law, distinguishing him as a leader in his field.

Levi’s client list includes high-profile names such as the Dallas Cowboys Football Club, Ltd. and the Jerry Jones family and their related entities, and he regularly represents global companies in complex areas of law where they need oversight and guidance on problem solving, such as Business & Commercial Litigation, Directors & Officers Liability, and Employment Laws. Known for his ability to relate to people from all walks of life – from blue-collar workers to top executives – Levi’s down-to-earth approach makes him uniquely effective both in the courtroom and in media engagements, where he is often called upon to represent clients in high-visibility matters.

He has been interviewed and quoted by major media outlets, including CNN, ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox News, BBC, The Today Show, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, New York Post, The Dallas Morning News, Dallas Business Journal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Austin American-Statesman, The Houston Chronicle, and many more. When representing culturally influential figures, Levi has also been featured in TMZ, Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Rolling Stone, Vulture, BET, People, Us Weekly, Daily Mail, and more.

Levi is licensed to practice in Texas and New York, and he is admitted to practice in all Texas state and federal district courts, the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, all state courts in New York, and all federal district courts in Arkansas.

Rising from Humble Roots

Levi was born in the small Texas Panhandle town of Perryton and grew up in Snyder, Texas. He went on to enroll at Baylor University and obtain a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1990, graduating magna cum laude and being selected to the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. In 1993, he earned a Juris Doctorate from Baylor University, where he became a member of the Order of Barristers. While in law school, Levi served as Pastor of the First Baptist Church of Travis, Texas. Levi was licensed to practice law in Texas in 1993, beginning his career as an associate with Godwin & Carlton, P.C. in Dallas. In less than five years, he was named as the youngest shareholder in the firm’s history. On October 1, 1998, Levi founded McCathern Wadlington Mooty, LLP, the precursor to today’s firm.

Recognition of Outstanding Legal Counsel

Levi McCathern has been consistently recognized as on of Texas’ top attorneys, earning a spot on the prestigious Super Lawyers list 20 times, including in 2003 and 2004, and every year from 2008 through 2025. This annual recognition identifies the state’s elite legal practitioners based on a comprehensive evaluation process, including a statewide survey of attorneys, independent research, and rigorous review of candidates.

In addition to his Super Lawyers recognition, Levi has been selected as one of the Best Lawyers in Dallas by D Magazine for Business/Commercial Litigation in 2014 and 2016, and for General Corporate Law in 2012. He was also named to Best Lawyers in America for Litigation – Labor and Employment from 2021 to 2025, and for Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants in 2024 and 2025.

Martindale-Hubbell has awarded Levi their highest rating, AV Preeminent, recognizing his exceptional legal skills and ethical standards. Furthermore, Levi is listed among America’s Top 100 Bet-the-Company Litigators, an exclusive honor for trial attorneys with proven success in high-stakes business litigation.