A retired Marine Corps officer and former general court-martial military judge, Mr. McLain has been in the practice of criminal and military law since 1990. His first jury trials were tried in the deserts of Saudi Arabia during operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. He ended his Government service as a federal prosecutor in Dallas, Texas, serving in the computer crime and general federal crimes sections. Based in Dallas, he represents clients in state criminal matters in Texas and federal criminal matters in courts throughout the United States. Mr. McLain also has a worldwide military law practice; representing service members in courts-martial, administrative discharge boards, officer misconduct matters, physical evaluation boards, as well a great variety of other administrative military matters.
Recognized with high honors and commendations, Mr. McLain is a proven leader to fight for justice and results. Whatever the charges you or your family member might be facing, it is vital to select an attorney who can help you protect what is important to you. Patrick McLain has the experience and dedication to help you get results.
Bar Admissions
- Texas
- U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Texas
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Texas
- U.S. Court of Appeals 5th Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces
- U.S. Supreme Court
Past Employment Positions
- Northern District of Texas, Dallas, Texas, Assistant United States Attorney, 2003–2004
- U.S. Marine Corps, Supervising Defense Attorney, 2001–2002
- U.S. Marine Corps, Supervising Prosecutor, 1999–2001
- Courts-Martial, U.S. Marine Corps, Trial Judge, 1996–1999
- Yokosuka, Japan, Supervising Prosecutor, 1993–1996
- Southern California, Supervising Prosecutor, 1993
- Southern California, Supervising Defense Attorney, 1991–1992
- Southern California and Saudi Arabia, Prosecutor, 1990–1991
Education
- The University of Texas School of Law, Austin, Texas, 1990, J.D.
- University of Dallas, Irving, Texas, 1980, B.A.
Honors & Awards
- Outstanding Career Attorney Award, Judge Advocates’ Association, 2002
- Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, 2002
- Meritorious Service Medal, 2002
- Meritorious Service Medal, 1999
- Commendation Medal, Navy-Marine Corps, 1996
- Commendation Medal, Navy-Marine Corps, 1993
- Achievement Medal, Navy-Marine Corps, 1991
- Champions and Finalists, Mock Trial Team, Thelen, Marrin, Johnson & Bridges Competition, 1989
- Achievement Medal, Navy-Marine Corps, 1987
- Achievement Medal, Navy-Marine Corps, 1986
Professional Associations & Memberships
- American Inns of Court
Member, Mac Taylor Inn of Court, Dallas, Texas
- Federal Bar Association
Member, Government Relations Committee
- Federal Bar Association
Officer, Dallas Chapter
- State Bar College of Texas
- Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers’ Association
Member
- Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
- Dallas Bar Association
Member, Continuing Legal Education Committee
Member, Fee Dispute Committee
Member, Criminal Law Section
- Judge Advocates’ Association
Life Member and Member of the Board of Directors
- Knights of Columbus, 1977–Present
Third Degree
- Boy Scouts of America
Cub Scout Leader
- Virginia Commonwealth Governor’s School
President
Classes/Seminars Taught
- Adjunct Instructor, Emory University School of Law, Atlanta, Georgia
- Adjunct Instructor, Southern Methodist University School of Law, Dallas, Texas
- Adjunct Instructor, Naval Justice School, Newport, Rhode Island
- Adjunct Instructor, U.S. Air Force Judge Advocate General’s School, Montgomery, Alabama