About David Wayne

David Wayne Hodges practices personal injury law in Houston, Texas — He is a founding partner at Hodges & Foty, LLP, a firm he established in 2019. The firm specializes in various areas, including medical malpractice, employment law, products liability, and insurance claims. Located in the heart of Houston, they serve clients throughout Texas and beyond — He earned his J.D. from the University of Houston - Main Campus in 1996. Prior to that, he completed his B.S. in Psychology at Texas A&M University - College Station in 1989.

His educational background provides a solid foundation for understanding the details of human behavior, which is often crucial in personal injury cases. His legal career began shortly after law school, where he worked as an associate lawyer at a prominent firm from 1996 to 2000. In 2002, he became a founding partner at another firm before establishing Hodges & Foty. Over the years, he has gained experience in litigation, focusing on personal injury cases that often involve significant damages and complex legal issues. His practice also includes appeals and arbitration. This lets the attorney navigate various legal stages effectively.

David is certified in Personal Injury Trial Law, a designation that reflects his expertise and commitment to this area of practice. He is actively involved in several legal associations, including the Christian Trial Lawyers Association and the Houston Trial Lawyers Foundation. His role as a trustee for the TTLA PAC and as a panel chair for the State Bar of Texas District 4A Grievance Committee demonstrates his dedication to both the legal profession and the community. He is admitted to practice in Texas and the 5th Circuit, as well as in the U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Southern, Eastern, and Western Districts of Texas. This broad jurisdictional reach allows him to represent clients in various federal and state courts.

His extensive network and experience in the courtroom have earned him a reputation among peers and clients alike. David's commitment to justice is evident in his work with the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, where he serves on the Board of Advocates. He is also a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, which recognizes attorneys who have achieved significant verdicts and settlements. Through his practice, he continues to advocate for those who have suffered injuries and seeks to ensure they receive the compensation they deserve.

Education

University of Houston - Main Campus

J.D. (1996) | Law

Texas A&M University - College Station

B.S. (1989) | Psychology

Languages

Spanish (Spoken) Vietnamese (Spoken)

Experience

Founding Partner

Hodges & Foty, LLP
2019

Founding Partner

Kennedy Hodges LLP
2002

Associate Lawyer

Andrews Kurth LLP
2000

Associate Lawyer

Chamberlain, Hrdlicka, White, Williams & Martin
1997

Associate Lawyer

Hirsch, Robinson, Sheiness & Glover, LLP/ Hirsch, Sheiness & Garcia, LLP
1996

Accepted Jurisdictions

Texas
5th Circuit
U.S. District Court for the Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas.

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas U.S. District Court
Texas Supreme Court State Supreme Court

Types of Cases Handled

Personal Injury Medical Malpractice Employment Law Products Liability Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation Insurance Claims

Legal Services Scope

Litigation Appeals Arbitration

Certifications & Awards

Personal Injury Trial Law

Texas Board Of Legal Specialization

Professional Associations

Christian Trial Lawyers Association

has membership Current

Houston Trial Lawyers Foundation

has membership Current

American Association for Justice

has membership Current

TTLA PAC

Trustee 2010 - Current

State Bar of Texas District 4A Grievance Committee

Panel Chair 2008 - Current

Houston Trial Lawyers Association

Director 2008 - Current

Texas Association of Civil Trial and Appellate Specialists

has membership 2005 - Current

Million Dollar Advocates Forum

has membership 2003 - Current

Texas Trial Lawyers Association

Board of Advocates 2005 - 2008

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