Alex Whitman

Alex Whitman brings a strong work ethic and writing and advocacy skills to Cunningham Swaim. The winner of two national writing awards, Alex began his career as a judicial clerk for the Honorable Royal Furgeson of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas.

He has since taken his experience as a federal clerk into practice, participating in cases in a broad range of practice areas from the beginning of a lawsuit to the highest level of appeal. Alex’s experience and skill set enables him to analyze and argue complex issues and make clear and compelling arguments, both inside and outside of the courtroom.

BAR ADMISSIONS:

• Florida
• Texas
• U.S. Court of Appeals 5th Circuit
• U.S. District Court Northern District of Texas
• U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas
• U.S. District Court Eastern District of Texas
• U.S. District Court Northern District of Florida
• U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida
• U.S. District Court Southern District of Florida

EDUCATION:

• Emory University School of Law, Atlanta, Georgia, J.D. – 2010
• University of Florida, B.A. – 2007

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS:

• The Florida Bar
• State Bar of Texas
• Texas Young Lawyers Association
• Dallas Bar Association
• Dallas Association of Young Lawyers