Trey Laidlaw is a trial attorney based in Dallas, Texas, with a strong track record in complex commercial litigation across state and federal courts throughout Texas. His practice focuses on high-exposure cases involving wrongful death, transportation and logistics, premises liability, construction disputes, and Dram Shop litigation. Trey represents a diverse clientele, ranging from individuals and small businesses to Fortune 500 companies, including logistics firms, general contractors, bars and restaurants, and commercial developers. Known for his strategic approach and relentless advocacy, he has successfully defended clients in cases with millions of dollars in exposure, earning a reputation as a trusted and effective litigator.
Practice Areas
Education
- Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law (J.D. – 2017).
- University of Texas at Austin (Bachelors – 2014). Government
Bar Admissions
- Texas
Court Admissions
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Texas
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Texas
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas
- U.S. District Court Western District of Texas
Honors and Awards
- SMU Dedman School of Law Dean’s Scholarship
- Defense Verdict in Fatality Case (2025) – After associating in less than two (2) months before trial – alongside Floyd Hartley and Brent Anderson – the jury returned a defense verdict for the San Antonio-based client in a Bexar County wrongful death lawsuit. Despite plaintiffs seeking eight-figure damages and arguing for 75% fault to be placed on the client in closing arguments, the jury did not find the client negligent.
- Defense Verdict in Near-Fatality Case (2024) – In a Harris County lawsuit, Trey and Floyd Hartley successfully defended a commercial motor vehicle operator, achieving a defense verdict despite serious injuries suffered by the plaintiff following a highway collision in Houston, Texas.
- Take-Nothing Result in Paralysis Claim (2023) – Representing a large bar and restaurant group near Austin, Texas, Trey successfully obtained a dismissal of a seven-figure lawsuit in which the plaintiff, who suffered partial paralysis, sought significant damages—resulting in a zero-dollar contribution from his client.
- Texas Bar Association
- Dallas Bar Association
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