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Johnston Tobey Baruch PC

United States 2025

Overview

Few law firms in the United States are as well known for handling difficult and complex cases involving alleged wrongdoing by professional service firms, including lawyers, accountants and insurers. In fact, Johnston Tobey Baruch is best known as pioneers in the prosecution and defense of legal malpractice claims, grievance defense and fee disputes. Few areas of litigation are as complex or hard-fought.

In addition, the Dallas-based firm has established a sophisticated and successful commercial litigation practice, handling high-stakes cases, with expertise extending to arbitration and appellate matters. Today, Johnston Tobey Baruch has carved out an enviable record, litigating a full range of business disputes, financial transactions, and fiduciary claims, as well as civil, family and criminal appeals. Also, the firm is developing a rapidly growing employment law practice with specific emphasis on gender discrimination, equal pay disputes, retaliation claims, Family Medical Leave Act, and disability. Approximately 75% of the firm’s clients are plaintiffs and most of the employment-related trial work is in federal court.

The firm’s practice is built on the knowledge, responsibilities and commitment to ethical behavior in the practice of law. The firm’s attorneys showcase this commitment every day, offering the personal attention of a boutique with the experience and insights of seasoned litigators and counselors.

All five shareholders are recognized in in the 2020 edition of The Best Lawyers in America, while each have been honored by their peers, associations and other legal publications for their courtroom expertise, community service, and support of the legal profession. The firm’s attorneys are frequently featured in news reports, offering opinions and observations on a variety of business issues and trends. Johnston Tobey Baruch also supports a frequently updated blog offering advice to its readers and news about the firm.

Practice Areas:

  • Accounting Malpractice
  • Bad Faith Insurance
  • Business Disputes
  • Civil Appeals
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Criminal Appeals
  • Defamation Claims
  • Drone Law
  • Employment Law Counseling
  • Employment Litigation
  • Expert Testimony
  • Family Law Appeals
  • Fiduciary Litigation
  • Investment Fraud
  • Legal Malpractice
  • Workplace Retaliation
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Practice Areas:
8
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
3

Rankings

Regional

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tier
1
Dallas/Fort Worth
Appellate Practice
Tier
1
Dallas/Fort Worth
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
Dallas/Fort Worth
Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
Tier
1
Dallas/Fort Worth
Legal Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
Dallas/Fort Worth
Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions
Tier
1
Dallas/Fort Worth
Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants

Rankings

Regional

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tier
1
Dallas/Fort Worth
Appellate Practice
Tier
1
Dallas/Fort Worth
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
Dallas/Fort Worth
Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
Tier
1
Dallas/Fort Worth
Legal Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
Dallas/Fort Worth
Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions
Tier
1
Dallas/Fort Worth
Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
Tier
1
Dallas/Fort Worth
Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Tier
2
Dallas/Fort Worth
Bet-the-Company Litigation

Practice Areas

Johnston Tobey Baruch PC has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 8 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Appellate Practice
  • Bet-the-Company Litigation
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
  • Legal Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
  • Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
  • Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Johnston Tobey Baruch PC proudly has 3 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Firm News

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April 4, 2025
Johnston Tobey Baruch Shareholder Earns Spot on Lawdragon’s 100 Managing Partners to Know
Read Article Johnston Tobey Baruch Shareholder Earns Spot on Lawdragon’s 100 Managing Partners to Know
February 25, 2025
Johnston Tobey Baruch Named to Chambers USA Regional Spotlight Guide
Read Article Johnston Tobey Baruch Named to Chambers USA Regional Spotlight Guide
January 13, 2025
Johnston Tobey Baruch Shareholders Named Among Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Lawyers in America
Read Article Johnston Tobey Baruch Shareholders Named Among Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Lawyers in America
November 7, 2024
Johnston Tobey Baruch Listed in Best Law Firms 2025 for Trial and Appellate Law
Read Article Johnston Tobey Baruch Listed in Best Law Firms 2025 for Trial and Appellate Law
September 17, 2024
Johnston Tobey Baruch Attorneys Receive Top Honors from Texas Super Lawyers
Read Article Johnston Tobey Baruch Attorneys Receive Top Honors from Texas Super Lawyers
April 19, 2024
Three Johnston Tobey Baruch Attorneys Earn Best Lawyers in Dallas Honors from D Magazine
Read Article Three Johnston Tobey Baruch Attorneys Earn Best Lawyers in Dallas Honors from D Magazine
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Awards

Johnston Tobey Baruch PC is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Johnston Tobey Baruch PC has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Johnston Tobey Baruch PC continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.

Best Law Firms, 2025

Tier 1 - DFW Metro Area

Appeals, Commercial Litigation, Legal Malpractice Law, Legal Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Litigation - Mergers & Acquisitions, and Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants/Plaintiffs

Offices & Contacts

Dallas, TX
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