Aledo Lawyers

When I first set out to study law, I recognized that although a traditional education is vital, having first-hand experience and specialized areas of focus are invaluable. While attending South Texas College of Law, I worked as a Law Clerk at a personal injury law firm, and also completed a program to become a certified mediator. Balancing my work at a high-profile personal-injury law firm honed my litigation skills, deepened my understanding of the law, and strengthened my time-management skills. Although it was a challenge to sustain all three, my dedication has never wavered. When I was younger, I was in constant...

Cade Patteson is a skilled personal injury attorney at the McCormick Law Firm in Euless, Texas, where he focuses on handling pre-litigation cases. With a passion for helping clients navigate challenging times, Mr. Patteson provides strategic, detail-oriented representation to secure the best possible outcomes for those who have been injured due to negligence. Mr. Patteson earned his Juris Doctor from Oklahoma City University School of Law. During law school, he gained valuable legal experience interning with Foshee and Yaffe in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. This role sharpened his legal acumen and solidified his commitment to client advocacy, as he assisted in preparing...

John Lindsay is an intellectual property attorney with a technical background in software, chemistry, and electronics who provides patent, trademark, and other intellectual property law services. He helps with the legal aspects of analysis, protection, and commercialization of intellectual property in branding, invention, and content matters.

John B. Runge has been representing Texans in crisis since 1982, and has vast experience in litigating complex cases throughout the State of Texas.

Cole Fidler is a dedicated personal injury attorney at the McCormick Law Firm, where he specializes in handling pre-litigation cases with a client-first approach. Known for his attention to detail and compassionate advocacy, Mr. Fidler ensures his clients receive the support and guidance needed to navigate the complexities of personal injury claims. Mr. Fidler earned his Juris Doctor from the Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law (Barry Law School) in May 2024. During his time in law school, he gained invaluable experience interning at an estate planning firm in the summer of 2023. This opportunity honed his skills in client communication,...

Toby Burke has been practicing law since 1995. Mr. Burke’s preparatory education was at Texas A&M University (B.B.A., 1986); he graduated from St. Mary’s School of Law (magna cum laude) in 1995. Mr. Burke was a member of the Editorial Board of St. Mary’s Law Review, the Chairman of the National Conference of Law Reviews, and a member of the Phi Delta Phi legal honor fraternity while at St. Mary’s School of Law. While Mr. Burke is not a licensed Certified Public Accountant, he passed all sections of the Certified Public Accountancy Exam at the first sitting in 1992. Mr....

Earning a Juris Doctorate degree from Georgetown University Law Center, Chris was admitted into the California bar. As a former U.S. Marine Corps Officer and pilot, he has extensive knowledge on aircrafts and their maintenance, which he brings to his aviation cases. Chris also utilizes his significant experience handling complex injury, business, and product liability cases. He treats every case as if it was going to trial and works hard for his clients.

Mr. Cracken represents individuals and businesses in the prosecution of class actions, mass actions, and related multidistrict litigation (MDLs). He serves as coordinating counsel, often responsible for (1) evaluating his client's options, (2) recruiting a team of law firms to jointly represent his client in the prosecution of his client's individual or representative claims, and (3) coordinating the related litigation from start to finish. Further, Mr. Cracken often takes a leadership role with defense counsel, the court, and/or the neutrals in negotiating the structure and terms of the eventual resolution of his client's claims. Most recently, he served...

Sean J. Kilgore was born in Houston, Texas and was raised in Galveston. He moved to North Texas in 2006. He is married to Tiffani Lohmann Kilgore, and has two sons, William and Clayton.

Mr. Kilgore was a Patrick Henry Scholar while attending Hampden-Sydney College in Virginia. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree with his main focus in Political Science. Upon completion of his Bachelor’s degree, Mr. Kilgore attended the University of London where he worked towards a Master’s Degree in Political Science. He then returned home to Texas and attended Texas Tech University School of Law, receiving his Doctorate...