About Tate
Tate Perkins practices law in Texas and works from McCormick Law Office. He is part of a team that handles the phase of legal work that comes before the courthouse doors open. Perkins is known around the office for clear writing and steady case preparation.
After completing his legal education, Perkins moved into practice in Texas. He began his role in pre-litigation at McCormick Law Office in 2023. That position placed him at the front line of client intake and dispute assessment. He took responsibility for early case development and the procedural groundwork that sets the trajectory for potential litigation.
Perkins’s work since 2023 has involved the routine and less visible tasks that often determine whether a matter will settle or proceed to court. He has drafted demand letters, compiled factual records, coordinated with investigators and experts, and negotiated settlement terms on behalf of clients. He also prepares case files and memorializes key decisions so trial counsel can step in efficiently if a matter advances. Those activities require an attention to detail and a pragmatic sense of timing.
In Texas practice, the pre-litigation phase can cover a wide range of matters. Perkins has handled cases involving consumer disputes, contractual disagreements, and other civil claims that benefit from early resolution efforts. He approaches each file on its merits, assessing strengths and risks and advising clients on options. His courtroom exposure is limited by the nature of pre-litigation work, but he routinely consults with litigators when a file moves toward filing.
Colleagues describe Perkins as methodical. He keeps records organized and presenting sample settlement proposals that are concise. He is comfortable drafting the technical correspondence necessary to advance negotiations and reluctant to let administrative details slow a file’s progress. That approach helps clients who want clarity about next steps without unnecessary delay.
He remains at McCormick Law Office, handling pre-litigation matters for clients in Texas. His current practice centers on preparing disputes for resolution, whether through negotiation or eventual filing in court.