Timothy S. "Tim" Durst
About Timothy S. Durst
Timothy S. Durst is a lawyer based in Dallas, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Timothy S. Durst is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Dallas, Texas
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
- Litigation - Securities
- Trade Secrets Law
Current Firm: O'Melveny & Myers
Education: Northwestern University, graduated 1987, Northwestern University, J.D., graduated 1987, and Washburn University, graduated 1984
Location: Dallas, TX
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