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Rogge Dunn
Rogge Dunn is a second-generation Dallasite and a sixth-generation Texan. Dunn and his wife, Cathy DeWitt Dunn, are active in charitable, political, and civic causes.
- Dunn Understands Executives & Business Owners
- Complex Litigation
- Confidentiality
- Controlling the Narrative
- Change-in-Control Agreements
- Corporate Investigations
Successfully resolving business disputes requires more than good negotiating skills. It requires appreciating how businesses operate and executives think.
Dunn is an Adjunct Professor in the SMU Executive EMBA program. His 20+ years of teaching, including listening to and exchanging business solutions with successful entrepreneurs, enables him to reach business-smart solutions.
Dunn is one of only 25 attorneys in Texas Board Certified in both Civil Trial Law and in Labor and Employment Law. He litigates business, employment, and personal injury disputes throughout the country.
He has represented clients in disputes arising in Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Dubai, England, France, Hong Kong, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, Scotland, Spain, and Qatar.
Dunn handles employment, partnerships, FINRA arbitration, class actions, defamation, privacy issues, shareholder oppression, “business divorce,” non-competes, trade secrets, whistleblowing, and significant personal injury matters.
While Dunn’s high-profile cases have garnered national and international attention, he has discretely resolved many more cases not listed on our website. Dunn knows that many clients need a quick, quiet, and confidential resolution.
Dunn helps individuals and corporations in delicate or compromising situations who need a sophisticated and discrete touch. These include everything from assaults, regulatory violations, sexual battery, doxxing, secret videotaping, and illegitimate children.
Clients who need an experienced and politically connected problem solver hire Dunn. We are experts at controlling the external optics to protect our clients’ reputations.
In this instant messaging and social media environment, stories go viral in a matter of seconds. Working with top PR firms, Dunn ensures the facts involving legal claims are portrayed accurately.
Dunn has advised C-level executives in mergers, change-in-control, and “poison pill” battles involving Baker Hughes, Chevron, Dresser, FedEx, Frozen Food Express, GE Energy, Halliburton, Kinkos, Pizza Inn, Sperry-Sun Drilling, SunEdison, Unocal, and the Williams Companies.
Fortune 500 companies hire Dunn to investigate corporate governance and other sensitive matters. One of Dunn’s investigations was cited by the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals as a basis for his client (CBRE) obtaining a summary judgment. Sandstad v. CB Richard Ellis, 309 F.3d 893 (5th Cir. 2002).
- Dunn Understands Executives & Business Owners
- Complex Litigation
- Confidentiality
- Controlling the Narrative
- Change-in-Control Agreements
- Corporate Investigations
Successfully resolving business disputes requires more than good negotiating skills. It requires appreciating how businesses operate and executives think.
Dunn is an Adjunct Professor in the SMU Executive EMBA program. His 20+ years of teaching, including listening to and exchanging business solutions with successful entrepreneurs, enables him to reach business-smart solutions.
Dunn is one of only 25 attorneys in Texas Board Certified in both Civil Trial Law and in Labor and Employment Law. He litigates business, employment, and personal injury disputes throughout the country.
He has represented clients in disputes arising in Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Dubai, England, France, Hong Kong, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, Scotland, Spain, and Qatar.
Dunn handles employment, partnerships, FINRA arbitration, class actions, defamation, privacy issues, shareholder oppression, “business divorce,” non-competes, trade secrets, whistleblowing, and significant personal injury matters.
While Dunn’s high-profile cases have garnered national and international attention, he has discretely resolved many more cases not listed on our website. Dunn knows that many clients need a quick, quiet, and confidential resolution.
Dunn helps individuals and corporations in delicate or compromising situations who need a sophisticated and discrete touch. These include everything from assaults, regulatory violations, sexual battery, doxxing, secret videotaping, and illegitimate children.
Clients who need an experienced and politically connected problem solver hire Dunn. We are experts at controlling the external optics to protect our clients’ reputations.
In this instant messaging and social media environment, stories go viral in a matter of seconds. Working with top PR firms, Dunn ensures the facts involving legal claims are portrayed accurately.
Dunn has advised C-level executives in mergers, change-in-control, and “poison pill” battles involving Baker Hughes, Chevron, Dresser, FedEx, Frozen Food Express, GE Energy, Halliburton, Kinkos, Pizza Inn, Sperry-Sun Drilling, SunEdison, Unocal, and the Williams Companies.
Fortune 500 companies hire Dunn to investigate corporate governance and other sensitive matters. One of Dunn’s investigations was cited by the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals as a basis for his client (CBRE) obtaining a summary judgment. Sandstad v. CB Richard Ellis, 309 F.3d 893 (5th Cir. 2002).
Dunn is one of only 25 attorneys in Texas Board Certified in both Civil Trial Law and in Labor and Employment Law. He litigates business, employment, and FINRA disputes throughout the U.S.
He has represented clients in disputes arising in Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Dubai, England, France, Hong Kong, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, Scotland, Spain, and Qatar.
Dunn handles employment, partnerships, FINRA, class actions, arbitration, defamation, privacy issues, shareholder oppression, “business divorce,” non-competes, trade secrets, whistleblowing, and significant personal injury matters.
AWARDS
Rogge Dunn named one of the most powerful business leaders in North Texas 2021 in D CEO’s 2021 Edition of the Dallas 500
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Choose your attorney carefully. Many attorneys are adept at pushing paper, but seldom take cases all the way to a jury verdict. Ask the lawyer specifically how many times he or she has obtained a jury verdict.
Hiring an experienced trial lawyer who flourishes at trial increases your settlement leverage. If the other side knows your lawyer is bluffing, you will leave money on the table or overpay if you are a defendant. When the other side knows they are negotiating against a seasoned trial attorney, you maximize your settlement position, as either a plaintiff or defendant.
Dunn earned his spurs as a Senior Partner in two different mega-firms with offices around the world. While huge firms are a good choice for many matters, they are bureaucratic and often lack flexibility and entrepreneurial spirit.
Dunn formed our Firm to provide the contingent fee flexibility and personal service lacking in most big firms.
Results Obtained By Rogge Dunn
ROGGE DUNN IN THE NEWS
The Importance of Being Earnest
READ MOREKEY INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENTS IN MARCH
READ MORESocial Media Scrutiny Continue Education Testing Tip and More
READ MORESeveral Developments in January are of Interest to Financial Advisors
READ MORERogge’s Roundup: Several developments in January are of interest to financial advisors — February 16, 2023
READ MORERogge’s Roundup: Social Media Scrutiny, Continuing Education Testing Tip and more – March 15, 2023
READ MORERogge’s Roundup – Key Industry Developments in March
READ MORERogge Dunn Group Relaxes, Ramps Up Team Building During Cancun Weekend
READ MORE$1.75 million settlement finalized in lawsuit against Collin DA, top county officials
READ MOREStifel’s Raiding Suit Against RIA Adds to Pile of High-Stakes Claims
READ MORERogge’s Roundup: Several developments in January are of interest to financial advisors – February 16, 2023
READ MORERogge Dunn Quoted in Dallas Morning News Article on Dallas-Based HMS CEO Accused of Sexual Assault
READ MOREFort Worth Star-Telegram Exposes Sexual Abuses by North Texas Mental Health Administrator Detailed in Lawsuit Filed by Rogge Dunn Group
READ MORERogge Dunn Quoted in Dallas Morning News Article Following Roe V. Wade Being Overturned
READ MORERogge Dunn Quoted in Yahoo Article on Tesla Racial Bias Case
READ MORERogge Dunn Quoted in AdvisorHub Article on Stephens, Inc Arbitration Case
READ MOREMost of Dunn’s work involves high dollar, “bet the company/bet your reputation” matters. However, as Dunn says, “I became a lawyer because I enjoy fighting for a good cause. There is no greater privilege in my work than righting a wrong and slaying a Goliath.”
Dunn’s success gives him the financial security to accept smaller matters, work on a contingent fee, and a pro bono basis.
Rogge Dunn represents ultra-high net worth individuals, Fortune 500, executives, as well as General Counsels, private equity firms, coaches, professional athletes, Olympic gold medal winners, Judges, and University Presidents.
One of the highest testaments to Dunn’s abilities is the fact that many companies and individuals Dunn has sued, later hired Dunn to represent them.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
FEATURED
CBS 11’S TELEVISION FEATURE ON MR. DUNN AS ONE OF DALLAS’ BEST TRIAL ATTORNEYS
WFAA INTERVIEW
CBS THIS MORNING INTERVIEW ON TITLE IX ISSUES
ASSET TV INTERVIEW REGARDING FA TRANSITIONS
Testimonials
“Every restauranteur’s worst nightmare is the murder of their employees. When two former employees robbed and killed three Outback Steakhouse employees in East Texas, we needed an accomplished trial lawyer who understood our culture and could connect with our employees. We chose Rogge. Outback has always used every security technique to provide a safe workplace. Rogge vindicated Outback’s approach to security and got the plaintiffs’ cases dismissed in their entirety on a summary judgment motion.”
-Blaise Hadley
Former Regional VP, Outback Steakhouse (Dallas)
“Rogge is Outback’s go-to lawyer for significant commercial litigation. For more than 20 years we have used Rogge to obtain injunctive relief for Outback in significant cases all across the country.”
“I’ve seen a lot of trial lawyers in action. Rogge is one of the best.”
—Joe Kadow
General Counsel and Sr. Vice President, Bloomin’ Brands (Tampa)
“Rogge, thanks for making my transition from American to United
a smooth, short and affordable flight.”
—Scott Kirby
President, United Airlines (Chicago)
“Rogge is well known for his expertise in helping C-level executives negotiate contracts and non-compete issues. He is a good counselor, trusted negotiator, and an excellent trial attorney.”
“I had the opportunity to observe him in action in a mock trial and it’s comforting to know that if litigation is necessary, the same person who drafted an executive contract has the communication skills necessary to persuade a jury that the contract is both valid and fair.”
—Fred Perpall
CEO, Beck (Dallas)
“Thank you for your legal work on my behalf. I appreciate your prompt assistance and efficiency.”
—Larry Brown
Basketball Hall of Fame Coach (New York)
“Rogge did an excellent job of representing me and assisting Tech in winning the Coach Mike Leach lawsuit.”
—Guy Bailey
Former President, Texas Tech University (Lubbock)
“Rogge, You are one of those five special people in a life. Serious, talented but with a big heart.”
“You remained so accessible and always attentive during a period of upheaval in our lives. We are forever grateful for your confidence, expertise, and personal touch–I owe you.”
—Brian Horan
Former Director SC Region Medtronic (Dallas)
“When I needed a top notch attorney for advice on my employment contract, I chose Rogge. He was knowledgeable and very responsive. He protected my economic interests and professional reputation. Rogge knows how to play hardball.”
“Big league managers to Fortune 500 CEOs choose Rogge for help in employment and business disputes. Given his knowledge, experience, and reputation, Rogge is someone I have on my team.”
—Buck Showalter
Former Manager, Baltimore Orioles (Baltimore)
“For many years Rogge has helped CBRE successfully resolve significant litigation and arbitration matters.”
—Ellis Reiter, Jr.
Former General Counsel, Litigation, CBRE (Los Angeles)
“Rogge, I cannot begin to thank you enough. You are a star! You are an excellent lawyer: thorough, extremely well prepared; fun and well-connected!”
“Thanks again for your prompt and successful resolution of a significant and challenging legal matter for Benihana.”
—Cristina Mendoza
General Counsel and Secretary, Benihana (Miami)
“Rogge successfully enforced a non-compete for our company. When the former employee counter-claimed against us, Rogge’s cross-examination at trial destroyed his case and enabled LODESTAR to win a great result.”
“I have worked with some of the top lawyers in New York and Boston.
Rogge’s trial skills are among the best I’ve seen.”
—Lori Lynn
Former VP & Corporate Counsel, LODESTAR Corporation (Boston)
“When I was Sr. VP of Operations for Outback, I went to trial with Rogge in two lengthy and difficult lawsuits. His ability to connect with the jurors enabled Outback to win favorable jury verdicts both times.”
“Once Rogge finished his devastating cross exam of the plaintiffs suing Outback, their cases were completely dismantled.”
—Steve Erickson
President, PDQ (Tampa)
“When a PE firm with an activist investor reputation bought a controlling stake in the company, I knew I was in for a fight. They fired me without good cause, triggering my Change in Control benefits. They refused to pay my CIC benefits, falsely accused me of poison pill tactics and sued me personally for $9.4 million.
Then they waged a PR campaign against me. Rogge and I fought back and on the morning we started trial, they settled and paid me $2.8 million—a $12.2 million swing in my favor. And, my actions and reputation were vindicated in a New York Times article.”
-Ronnie Parker
Former CEO, Pizza Inn (Dallas)
“I’ve worked closely with Rogge on numerous significant litigation matters for 15+ years. He defended me in deposition and I’ve seen him in action. His attention to detail, energy and enthusiasm is second to none. He is knowledgeable about the law, but most important, he is “street smart,” which enables him to relate to our employees and connect with a jury.”
-Paul Avery
Former COO, Bloomin’ Brands; CEO, World of Beer (Tampa)
“For top producing financial advisors, Rogge is the go-to guy in our industry. His experience and work ethic are unmatched. He is excellent at resolving or avoiding non-compete and non-solicitation disputes.”
-David Barnes
Barron’s top 100 financial advisor (Dallas)
“Rogge is a trusted Wall Street advisor. Rogge helps relationship managers, investment bankers, branch managers, and executives. When I decided to change firms, I put my trust in Rogge.”
“He is extremely knowledgeable, well-informed and thorough.
Rogge facilitated a smooth and amicable transition.”
—Marc Reinganum, PhD
Former Head of Active Developed Market Equities, State Street Global Advisors (Boston)
- Civil Trial Law
- Labor & Employment Law
- Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Adjunct Professor, Southern Methodist University, MBA Program 1986-1998; 2008 – Present
- J.D., cum laude, UT Law School, 1983
- Texas Law Review 1982-83
- Board of Advocates 1981-83
- B.A., cum laude, SMU, 1980
Departmental Distinction: English
Law Clerk to Hon. Reynaldo Garza, U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals 1983-84
Treasurer, Bloomin’ Brands, PAC — Texas
Finance Co-Chair for John Creuzot for DA campaign
The Texas Bar, the United States Supreme Court, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, all Federal district Courts in Texas, the Middle District of Florida, the Western District of Oklahoma, the Eastern and Western Districts of Missouri, the Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas, the District Court of Colorado, and the District Court of District of Columbia.
- Rated as one of the top 100 attorneys in Texas, a Thomson Reuters service published in Texas Monthly, 2018 and 2008
- Recognized as one of the Best Lawyers in Dallas by D Magazine 2019, 2018, 2016, 2015, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2009, 2005, 2003
- Rated a top 100 attorney in Dallas/Fort Worth, a Thomson Reuters service published in Texas Monthly, 2018, 2017, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2006, and 2005
- Rated as one of the Best 93 Lawyers in Dallas who represent individuals by D Magazine 2009
- Honored as a Texas “Super Lawyer,” a Thomson Reuters service, published in Texas Monthly, every year 2003 to 2019
- Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America©, 2021, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016 (Woodward White, Inc.), for Commercial Litigation and Employment Law Management
- Rated as Leading Lawyer in America, LawDragon 2016, 2015, 2010, 2008, 2007
- Purveyor of the Year, Multi-Concept Outback Steakhouse, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006 and 2005 Click here
- Purveyor of the Year, Outback Steakhouse, 2004
- Purveyor of the Year, Carrabba’s Italian Grill, 2004
- Board Certified: Civil Trial Advocacy National Board of Trial Advocacy, 2003
- Purveyor of the Year, Outback Steakhouse, 2002
- Purveyor of the Year, Carrabba’s Italian Grill, 2002
- Purveyor of the Year, Outback Steakhouse, 2001
- Life member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum, 1999
- Martindale Hubbell AV Preeminent rating 2010 to present
- Martindale Hubbell AV Rating, 1996 to present
- Life Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation, 2006 Distinguished Pro Bono Service Award, N. Tex. Legal Services, 1988
DISCLAIMER
Past achievements are no guarantee of future results. Results depend on the facts of each case. All results listed provide the client’s net recovery.