Reid Burley
Associate

I take a practical, results-driven approach to litigation, always keeping my clients’ business goals front and center. Whether I’m in court or advising behind the scenes, I focus on delivering clear strategies and efficient solutions.

Reid Burley is a commercial litigator focused on resolving complex business and employment disputes. He represents clients in matters involving contracts, fiduciary duties, employment issues, non-compete agreements and other restrictive covenants, shareholder and partnership conflicts, and more. Reid regularly practices in state and federal courts, bankruptcy courts and FINRA arbitrations, and frequently handles emergency injunctive relief proceedings.

In addition to his litigation practice, Reid advises businesses and individuals on the legal risks tied to transactions, mergers and acquisitions. His practical guidance helps clients make informed decisions and reduce exposure.

Reid also maintains a strong practice in creditors’ rights and bankruptcy. He helps clients recover assets through garnishments, sequestrations and other post-judgment remedies. His bankruptcy work includes representing secured and unsecured creditors in proceedings and adversary cases, leading trial strategy, negotiating debt workouts and managing a wide range of hearings.

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October 8, 2025 
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Honors
  • Selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America "Ones to Watch" in the field of Trusts & Estates Litigation (2022 - 2026)
  • Named a Rising Star by Texas Super Lawyers (a Thomson Reuters company) as published in Texas Monthly and Texas Super Lawyers magazines 2024 - 2025)
Organizational Involvement

Professional Involvement, Memberships & Affiliations

  • Trophy Club Zoning Board of Adjustment, Vice-Chairman of Board, 2023-2025
  • Baylor Law Alumni Association, Dallas Steering Committee
  • Dallas Association of Young Lawyers (DAYL), Member
  • State Bar of Texas, Member
  • Dallas Bar Association, Member
Education
  • J.D., Baylor University School of Law (2018)
    • National Entertainment Law Moot Court Competition, Distinguished Speaker
    • Order of the Barristers
    • Dean’s Academic Excellence Full Tuition Scholarship
  • B.B.A., Baylor University (2015)
Bar Admission
  • Texas (2018)
Court Admissions
  • United States Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Texas
  • United States Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of Texas
  • United States Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Texas
  • United States Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
  • United States District Court, District of Colorado
  • United States District Court, Eastern District of Texas
  • United States District Court, Northern District of Texas
  • United States District Court, Southern District of Texas
When I Feel Most At Home
  • Playing golf and tennis
  • Trying to keep up with my two year old daughter and our West Highlander Terrier