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Adam McGough, Esq.

Arbitrator Mediator Special Master
Dallas, TX, United States

About

Adam McGough brings over two decades of legal and dispute resolution experience, having served as a mediator, arbitrator, and community leader. His background includes significant tenure in municipal government, where he served as a Dallas City Council member and Deputy Mayor Pro Tem. He has successfully facilitated the resolution of hundreds of cases involving complex commercial litigation, public policy issues, and high-stakes multi-party disputes. His practice is characterized by a deep understanding of both the legal and interpersonal dynamics required to reach settlements in challenging environments.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Rights Construction Employment & Labor Government & Administrative Healthcare & Life Sciences Insurance Personal Injury & Torts Real Estate & Property

Professional Experience

Neutral
JAMS
Member
Dallas City Council
Deputy Mayor Pro Tem
City of Dallas
Chief of Staff
Dallas City Council Office
Community Prosecutor
City of Dallas
Executive Director
Child Protection Connection Texas
Adjunct Professor
Southern Methodist University (SMU) Dedman School of Law

Publications Leadership

  • Frequent speaker on conflict resolution and municipal law
  • Leadership roles in Dallas City Council committees
  • Contributor to professional ADR forums and community development initiatives

Positioning Takeaways

A versatile neutral with a unique specialty in government and public agency disputes, leveraging his background as a former Deputy Mayor Pro Tem. He is well-suited for complex multi-party mediations where public interest and private commercial concerns intersect.

License & Certifications

  • State Bar of Texas
  • Credentialed Distinguished Mediator
  • Texas Mediator Credentialing Association

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University (SMU) Dedman School of Law
B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Dispute Resolution
Pepperdine University Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution

Distinction

Combines extensive municipal leadership experience with advanced academic training in dispute resolution to handle sensitive public-sector and commercial matters.

Reputation

He is recognized for his calm demeanor, persistence, and ability to navigate highly emotional or politically charged disputes with neutrality and professionalism.