Direct Dial: 214.599.4033
mmckennon@estesthornecarr.com
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Practice Areas
- Commercial/Business Litigation
- Construction Litigation
While she admits a career in law can be challenging, Megan’s always been ready to meet those challenges head on. Megan has a strong work ethic and has learned to be tough, but caring. Her competitive background assisted her in pursuing a legal career. Since graduating from law school, she has begun practicing commercial, business, and construction litigation.
Despite being a cheerleader in college, Megan found she was still shy around people she didn’t know very well. But she figured out a way to use that to her advantage. She made it a point to press on and get to know new acquaintances. Today, she uses that self-taught skill in her law practice, taking the time to get to know a new client and understand their needs and objectives. Megan’s pro bono work with the economically disadvantaged through the Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program is another instance where she leans in and becomes immersed in new situations. Whatever the case, taking on challenges and forging new relationships has become a favorite part of her role as an attorney.
Megan is originally from the Austin area, and in her free time, she enjoys spending time exploring Dallas.
Education And Certifications
J.D., SMU Dedman School of Law, cum laude (2016)
- Staff Editor, Topics Editor, SMU Science and Technology Law Review
- Teaching Assistant, Legal Research, Writing, and Advocacy Department
- 2L Representative, 3L Representative, Student Bar Association
B.S., University of Texas at Austin, with Honors (2013)
Admissions
State Bar of Texas
United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas
United States District Court for the Western District of Texas
Affiliations
Member, State Bar of Texas
Member, Dallas Bar Association
Member, Dallas Women Lawyers Association
Member, Dallas Association of Young Lawyers
- Co-Chair Pro Bono Partners Program (2017-2019)
- DAYL Leadership Class (2018)
Member, Attorneys Serving the Community
- Luncheon Arrangements Committee (2017-2019)
- 5K Committee (2018-2019)
Fellow, Dallas Young Lawyers Association (DYLA) Foundation
Associate, Higginbotham Inn of Court (2019-2020)
Community Activities
Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program
Delta Gamma Dallas Alumnae Chapter
- News Letter Editor
Texas Exes Dallas Chapter
- Student Send-Off Committee
- Scholarship Review Committee
Big Brothers Big Sisters (2019)
Prior Work Experience
Associate, Miller & Brown LLP, Dallas (2017)
Associate General Counsel, DAVA Oncology, LP, Dallas (2016-2017)
Professional Achievements
Recognized, Best Lawyers in America®: Ones to Watch in commercial litigation and construction, Woodward/White, Inc. (2021)