BARBARA T. HALE
Attorney and Counselor at Law | Download vCard

Phone: (214) 764-7973
E-mail: bhale@metrocrestlaw.com

Barbara T. Hale, Esq. is a partner in Blanscet, Hooper & Hale, LLP. Ms. Hale represents clients in general civil litigation and appeals in cases covering a multitude of business, consumer, and employment-related issues. In addition to handling litigation matters, Ms. Hale frequently advises and counsels clients on virtually all aspects of employment law, including non-compete agreements, executive compensation agreements, ERISA compliance, and discrimination claims based on age, race, national origin, gender, sex, disability, and the Family Medical Leave Act.

Ms. Hale is passionate about her profession and more often than not, it is because she is fighting for the underdog and achieving results. Her professionalism and advocacy skills are second to none. When Ms. Hale agrees to represent a client, she does so with determination and compassion. She realizes her greatest asset is her client, and her greatest satisfaction comes when she can make a difference in a person’s life by being an advocate. Some of the comments she has received from past clients include:

“You should be so proud of yourself.  Your case presentation, arguments, and evidence presented to the jury cannot be faulted.  They/you were exemplary…. The blessing and gift is to have you as my friend. Irreplaceable!”

“Thank you very much for your time, patience and honesty.  I have started a new chapter in my life and it is going well so far….I really appreciate everything you did for me.”

“I really appreciate your efforts and am deeply impressed with the quality and swiftness with which this matter was handled.  Please know that you have one more extremely satisfied client ‘out there.’ ”

“Barbara, I can’t thank you enough for helping me rebuild my life.  Your professionalism and compassion are invaluable!”

Ms. Hale fully understands that not every dispute requires a lawsuit, and sometimes, a person really just needs someone who will listen to them and give them honest, sound advice. Those clients have also expressed their heartfelt appreciation for Ms. Hale’s compassionate ear:

“Thank you so much for the invaluable advice given to us this morning.  Your kind heart and words meant so much.”

“Barbara, thank you for your quick attention and help over the last few weeks.  Your advice was most appreciated during this whole idiotic mess.”

“Thank you for assisting me in my time of need.”

BACKGROUND

Ms. Hale was born in Dallas and currently resides in Carrollton with her family.

Education and Honors: B.A., 1995 (summa cum laude) Texas Woman's University
J.D., 1999 Texas Wesleyan University School of Law
Admissions and Affiliations: State Bar of Texas 1999
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
5th Circuit Court of Appeals
Dallas Bar Association

AREAS of PRACTICE

Civil Litigation: Ms. Hale has successfully represented both plaintiffs and defendants in state and federal courts, and arbitration forums. Her practice is concentrated in business and commercial litigation, including breach of contract, fraud, debt collection, deceptive trade practices, employment disputes, partnership/shareholder disputes, and homeowner association disputes.

Employment Law: Ms. Hale represents both employers and employees in the following areas: employment discrimination claims based on age, race, gender, sexual harassment and disability; discipline and discharge; contract negotiation and preparation of executive employment agreements; non-compete and non-disclosure agreements; drafting and reviewing of employee handbooks; implementation of personnel policies; development of employment applications and contracts; advice on drug and alcohol policies and compliance; mediation and arbitration of employment disputes; and employee privacy rights. Ms. Hale frequently provides corporate training and speaks to groups on the topic of employment law.