Clint Schumacher focuses his litigation practice on eminent domain and government taking litigation and counseling, energy-related litigation, accounting malpractice defense, and other complex commercial litigation and arbitration. Clint also represents accounting firms or accountants who find themselves before courts, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), or the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy (TSBPA).
Clint continually seeks to build on his extensive litigation experience by studying and practicing the art of effective advocacy, consulting with the nation’s leading trial and jury consultants, and listening to stories of past jurors about their experiences at the courthouse. This dedication to excellence led to Clint being named as one of the “Best Lawyers Under 40” by Texas Lawyer magazine in 2011.
He is a forceful advocate for his clients when the government’s power of eminent domain or condemnation threatens their property. He has deep and varied experience in representing clients who need advice and counsel when private property is taken for public use. Clint’s varied eminent domain client list includes Fortune 500 companies; Wall Street investment firms; individual investors, developers, and property owners; a regional tollway authority; and multi-national and local pipeline companies.
Clint has experience in working with energy companies, both large and small, in finding ways to resolve their disputes. In his accounting practice, he has significant experience in defense of accountants and accounting firms in litigation, in matters involving the SEC and before the TSBPA. He also assists clients in resolving complex matters in a number of different industries and situations that require intensity of effort, strategic vision, and determined focus.
Additionally, Clint is a popular speaker on the topic of eminent domain. He is often called upon to speak on the subject to industry professionals, other lawyers and law students around the country.
Representative Experience
Eminent Domain
- Obtained jury verdict for client in a condemnation case for Fortune 500 company against the State of Texas.
- Obtained jury verdict for client in a condemnation case for individual property owner against the State of Texas.
- Obtained settlement for client in a condemnation case for family trust against the State of Texas.
- Obtained settlement for Wall Street investment firm against the State of Texas in a condemnation case.
- Obtained over 200 parcels for tollroad authority on schedule and under budget.
Energy Litigation
- Obtained $21.5 million judgment against one of the nation’s largest gas producers.
- Resolution of east Texas lease dispute for an independent oil and gas company against one of the nation’s largest gas producers.
Accountant Defense
- Obtained settlement of nationwide class action for national professional services firm alleging billing fraud.
- Defended national accounting firm in proceeding alleging auditing malpractice and seeking damages in excess of $100 million relating to services performed for an independent oil and gas exploration company.
- Defended national professional services firm and individual accountants in numerous regulatory matters.
Complex Commercial Litigation
- Obtained a defense verdict on appeal for an industrial gas company
Education
- J.D., The University of Texas School of Law, 1997
Legal Research and Writing Instructor, 1996-97
George Pierre Gardere Endowed Presidential Scholarship in Law, 1996-1997 - B.B.A., Accounting, summa cum laude, Abilene Christian University, 1994
Trustee’s Award, 1994
Bar Admissions
Reported Decisions
- State of Texas v. State Street Bank and Trust Company and Brinker International Payroll Company, L.P., CC- 05-10-00306-CV, (Tex.App.--Dallas 2012)
- Allodial Limited Partnership v. North Texas Tollway Authority , 176 S.W.3d 680 (Tex.App.--Dallas 2005, pet. denied)
- Dallas Sales Company v. Carlisle Silver Company, Inc. , 134 S.W.3d 928 (Tex.App.--Waco 2004, pet. denied)
- Compass Exploration, Inc. v. B-E Drilling Company , 60 S.W.3d 2273 (Tex.App.--Waco 2001, no pet.)
Publications & Presentations
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Quoted,
"Convention hotel has a sliver of a real estate problem,"
WFAA.com
(June 14, 2011)
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Presenter,
"The Business of Law,"
Washington University School of Law Intersession Lectures
(2008-2011)
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Presenter,
"Avoiding Ten Common Mistakes,"
CLE International Eminent Domain Seminar
(2010)
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Presenter,
"Communicating to a Sound Bite Society,"
Center for American and International Law Planning, Zoning, and Eminent Domain Seminar
(2009)
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Presenter,
"Presenting Your Case with Demonstrative Evidence,"
Center for American and International Law Planning, Zoning, and Eminent Domain Seminar
(2008)
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Presenter,
"The Brave New World of Eminent Domain After New London v. Kelo,"
Dallas Council of Real Estate Women
(2006)
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Co-Author,
"The Duty to Disclose in Settlement Negotiations,"
Settlement Agreements in Disputes, Chapter 3
Professional History
- Partner, Locke Lord LLP
- Intern, Supreme Court of Texas (1997)
Professional Affiliations & Achievements
- Member, State Bar of Texas
- Member, Dallas Bar Association
- Member, Dallas Young Lawyers Association
- Named, Rising Star by Texas Lawyer magazine (2011)
- Member, International Right-of-Way Association
Community Leadership
- Member and Teacher, Farmers Branch Church of Christ
- Member, The Gladney Center, Dallas Auxiliary
- Youth sports coach
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