Decker Jones - Fort Worth, TX
Established in 1896, Decker Jones, P.C. is Fort Worth's second-oldest law firm, delivering full-service corporate, real estate, litigation, employment, intellectual property, and estate planning counsel to businesses and individuals across Texas and the United States.
Over a Century of Distinguished Legal Counsel in Fort Worth, Texas
As one of the most storied and enduring legal institutions in North Texas, Decker Jones, P.C. has stood at the center of commercial development, corporate growth, and generational wealth preservation for more than 125 years. Headquartered in Burnett Plaza in downtown Fort Worth, the firm combines deep institutional stability with modern, forward-thinking legal strategies. Clients ranging from burgeoning startups and family enterprises to regional financial institutions and multinational corporations rely on Decker Jones to navigate complex regulatory environments, structure high-value transactions, and resolve high-stakes courtroom disputes. When your business needs to hire an attorney with deep industry knowledge and unwavering commitment, Decker Jones provides unmatched breadth and precision.
Comprehensive Practice Capabilities Across Key Industries
Operating through a dedicated single-point-of-contact model supported by a collaborative team of attorneys, Decker Jones delivers sophisticated solutions across a diverse spectrum of legal matters:
- Business formation lawyers and corporate governance: Guiding entities through business formation, choice of entity structuring, partnership agreements, shareholder governance, and corporate reorganizations.
- Commercial real estate lawyers: Advising commercial developers, lenders, and investors on complex acquisitions, property development, title examinations, commercial leases, and zoning requirements.
- Contract lawyers and transactional advisory: Negotiating and drafting supplier agreements, licensing contracts, executive compensation plans, and commercial instruments.
- Business litigation lawyers: Aggressively resolving breach of contract, shareholder disputes, fraud claims, construction defects, and fiduciary litigation in state and federal forums.
- Employment and labor lawyers: Assisting management with workplace discrimination defense, wage and hour compliance, harassment prevention, non-compete agreements, and administrative investigations.
- Intellectual property and patent attorneys: Safeguarding valuable brands and technological innovations through trademark registration, patent protection, copyright enforcement, and trade secret litigation.
- Estate planning and probate lawyers: Designing comprehensive estate planning structures, wills, revocable trusts, multi-generational wealth preservation strategies, and probate administration.
- Oil and gas law: Structuring mineral leases, joint operating agreements, pipeline right-of-way easements, title opinions, and surface use agreements.
Institutional Excellence and Renowned Legal Leadership
The attorneys at Decker Jones have earned widespread peer recognition and regional acclaim. The firm maintains consistent Tier 1 rankings from Best Law Firms, with numerous practitioners distinguished in The Best Lawyers in America, Texas Super Lawyers, and Fort Worth Magazine Top Attorneys. By blending courtroom strength with sharp commercial insight, Decker Jones crafts results-oriented strategies that safeguard client assets and advance long-term corporate objectives.
Tailored Legal Partnerships for Modern Enterprises
Whether you require proactive regulatory compliance or need a lawyer to litigate an urgent commercial matter, Decker Jones provides transparent fee structures, including retainer and flat-fee arrangements. Contact Decker Jones in Fort Worth to schedule an initial consultation and engage a multidisciplinary team committed to your ongoing success.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Situated in the vibrant core of Downtown Fort Worth, directly overlooking the scenic Burnett Park.
Building Location
The office is located on the 20th floor of the iconic Burnett Plaza, a 40-story Class A skyscraper that stands as the tallest building in Fort Worth, positioned at the edge of Sundance Square.
Parking Details
Ample surface parking and garage parking structures are available on-site for both tenants and visitors.
Public Transit
Served by Trinity Metro Route 2 (Camp Bowie/Downtown); nearest stop is at 7th & Cherry.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the building's grand lobby from Cherry St, proceed to the high-rise elevator bank, and take the lift to the 20th floor to find Suite 2000.