C. Douglas Calvert

5910 N. Central Expressway
Suite 1600
Dallas, Texas 75206
214-987-8181
dcalvert@bishophummert.com

Doug has been a trial lawyer handling cases statewide for more than 25 years. In addition, he has handled matters in state and federal courts in New Mexico and Colorado. Doug's experience includes trials of negligence, professional liability, products, and mass/toxic tort matters. His trial background also includes significant business disputes, including those for breach of contract, tortious interference, and violations of non-compete agreements.

Practice Focus

• Employer liability
• Non-subscriber litigation
• Products liability
• Catastrophic injury litigation
• Insurance coverage and litigation
• Business litigation

Education

• Bachelor of Arts, Texas Tech University, cum laude (1980)
  • Pi Sigma Alpha, Political Science Honor Society
• Juris Doctor, Texas Tech School of Law, cum laude (1983)
  • Law Review

Professional Distinctions

• AV Rated – Martindale-Hubbell

Bar Admissions and Courts

• Texas, 1983
• United States Supreme Court, 1987
• United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, 1984
• United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas, 1984
• United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, 1989
• United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, 1984
• United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, 1998

Professional Memberships and Fellowships

• Texas Association of Defense Counsel
• American Bar Association
• State Bar of Texas
• Dallas Bar Association

Publications and Lectures

• University of Houston, CLE Programs
  • Author and Lecturer on multiple subjects, including settlement, contribution, and bad faith
• Trial Academy
  • Instructor
• Community Involvement
  • Timarron Homeowners Association
  • Board Member and President (2001-2004)
• Airport Area YMCA
  • Past Board Member