Overview

Michael Fritz is a principal in the Dallas office of McKool Smith. Michael has experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants in complex civil, commercial, and intellectual property litigation. Michael has served as court-appointed co-lead counsel in class actions and represented mass action plaintiffs in various state and federal courts. His clients have included individuals as well as national and worldwide corporations. 

Recognition

Rankings & Honors

  • Recognized among Lawdragon's 500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers (2019-2026)
  • Named a Texas “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers, 2006, 2009, 2011
  • Recognized by "Best Lawyers in America" (2025-2026)
  • Ranked as a Commercial and Intellectual Property "Litigation Star" by Benchmark Litigation, (2025, 2026)

Media & Events

Articles

Education

J.D., with Honors, The University of Texas School of Law, 2002

  • Order of the Coif

B.A., with Honors, Economics, The University of Texas, 1999

Court Admissions

  • State of Texas
  • The U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Eastern, Southern, and Western Districts of Texas

Bar Associations

  • Dallas Bar Association
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