Biography
Albon Head, a partner in the Fort Worth office, has practiced in the federal and state courts in Texas and in numerous other jurisdictions since 1971, with experience in a variety of matters including many lengthy jury and non-jury trials in complex business litigation, contract disputes, real estate conflicts, eminent domain and condemnation, pipeline and right-of-way litigation, and railroad litigation. He has conducted trials for major oil companies in defending environmental claims relating to abandoned tanks and abandoned refineries, and the defense of class actions brought against banks and publicly traded companies by shareholders and former employees.
Major Representations
Mr. Head has represented a major league baseball franchise, was engaged in the formation and representation of The Texas Rangers, Ltd. in its purchase and operation of the franchise during the mid-1970s, and handled litigation and related matters for the Rangers during the George W. Bush ownership era.
Mr. Head successfully handled all contested litigation matters for the court-appointed Receiver in the recent sale of the iconic W.T. Waggoner Ranch, largest in the U.S. under one fence.
Education
B.A., Southern Methodist University
J.D., SMU Dedman School of Law
Bar Admissions
Texas
Court Admissions
United States District Court for the Eastern, Northern, Southern, and Western Districts of Texas
United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
Board Certifications
Civil Trial Law
- American College of Trial Lawyers, Fellow
- 50-Year Attorney Honoree, Tarrant County Bar Association, 2022
- Distinguished Alumni Award, Southern Methodist University, 2017
- Distinguished Alumni Award, SMU Dedman School of Law, 2003
- Silver Anniversary Mustang Award, SMU Lettermen’s Association, 2010
- Texas Bar Foundation, Fellow
- The 400 Fort Worth’s Most Powerful People, Fort Worth Inc., 2018
- The Best Lawyers in America (Woodward/White Inc.), 2005-2023
- Lawyer of the Year – Dallas/Fort Worth, Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, 2018, 2021
- Lawyer of the Year – Dallas/Fort Worth, Railroad Law, 2017
- Bet-the-Company Litigation, 2010-2021, 2023
- Commercial Litigation, 2006-2023
- Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, 2017-2023
- Litigation – Construction, 2011-2023
- Railroad Law, 2005-2023
- Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2003-2022
- Top 100: Texas Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2008
- Top 100: Dallas/Fort Worth Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2007-2008, 2010, 2013
- “Top Attorneys” List – Commercial Litigation; Eminent Domain, 360 West Magazine, 2018, 2021-2022
- “Top Attorneys” List – Civil Law Litigation; Commercial Litigation, Fort Worth Magazine, 2004-2020, 2022
- Fort Worth Business Press
- Attorney of Excellence
- Power Attorney
- Super Lawyers – Business Litigation, Super Lawyers, Corporate Counsel Edition
- AV Rated, Martindale-Hubble, 1971-2018
- Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, Past Chairman
- YMCA Camp Amon G. Carter, Past Chairman
- SMU Alumni Association, Past Chairman
- SMU Dedman School of Law, Executive Board
- SMU Board of Trustees, Former Member
- Doak Walker National Running Back Award, Former Chairman
- Davey O’Brien National Quarterback Award, Director
- Bobby Bragan Youth Foundation, Director and Chairman-Elect
- SMU-in-Taos, Executive Board
- The Fort Worth Club, President
- Fort Worth Opera, Past President
- Fort Worth Stock Show Syndicate, Director
- Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation, Past Chairman
- Fort Worth Congressional Base Realignment and Closure “BRAC” Task Force, Chairman, 2006-2007
- Fort Worth Sister Cities International, Advisory Director
- Downtown Fort Worth, Inc., Director
February 1, 2023
Attorney News‘Fort Worth Magazine’ Lists 16 Jackson Walker Attorneys Among the “Top Attorneys” of 2022
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce the selection of 16 Fort Worth-based attorneys to Fort Worth Magazine’s “Top Attorneys” list for 2022.
September 21, 2022
Attorney NewsJackson Walker Congratulates Its 64 “Texas Super Lawyers” of 2022
Each year, less than 5% of attorneys in Texas are named to the list. Selection is based off of peer nominations that are then reviewed by a research team. Each nominee is evaluated on his or her professional accomplishments, peer recognition, and community involvement.
August 18, 2022
Attorney News‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Honors 214 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2023 Edition, Including 11 “Lawyers of the Year” and 41 “Ones to Watch”
The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 214 Jackson Walker attorneys across 6 offices and 79 specialty practice areas in its 2023 edition, including 11 Lawyers of the Year and 41 Ones to Watch. Best Lawyers listings are based on an exhaustive peer review survey of thousands of attorneys who vote on the legal abilities of others in their practice areas.
July 25, 2022
Attorney News‘360 West Magazine’ Names Seven Jackson Walker Attorneys Among Fort Worth’s “Top Attorneys” of 2022
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce the selection of seven Fort Worth-based attorneys to 360 West Magazine’s “Top Attorneys” list for 2022. To be selected for inclusion, attorneys with an active license and who practice within the Tarrant County area can nominate up to three attorneys in 42 specialty areas who reflect relevant practice areas in the region.
September 22, 2021
Attorney NewsJackson Walker Congratulates Its 57 “Texas Super Lawyers” of 2021
Each year, less than 5% of attorneys in Texas are named to the list. Selection is based off of peer nominations that are then reviewed by a research team. Each nominee is evaluated on his or her professional accomplishments, peer recognition, and community involvement.
August 25, 2021
Attorney NewsJackson Walker Congratulates the Fort Worth Attorneys Named to the “Top Attorneys 2021” List in ‘360 West Magazine’
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce the selection of 15 Fort Worth-based attorneys to 360 West Magazine’s “Top Attorneys” list for 2021. To be selected for inclusion, attorneys with an active license and who practice within the Tarrant County area can nominate up to three attorneys in 44 specialty areas who reflect relevant practice areas in the region.
August 19, 2021
Attorney News‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Honors 178 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2022 Edition, Including 8 “Lawyers of the Year” and 31 “Ones to Watch”
The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 178 Jackson Walker attorneys across 6 offices and 67 specialty practice areas in its 2022 edition, including 8 Lawyers of the Year and 31 Ones to Watch. Best Lawyers listings are based on an exhaustive peer review survey of thousands of attorneys who vote on the legal abilities of others in their practice areas.
June 11, 2021
Attorney NewsAlbon Head and Jay Rutherford Recognized Among 400 Most Influential People in Fort Worth
Jackson Walker proudly congratulates Albon Head and Jay Rutherford on being named among the 400 most influential people in Fort Worth. Launched in July 2018, “The 400” identifies the most influential individuals in Tarrant County across a range of sectors, including arts, business, education, economic development, government, professional services, nonprofits, and philanthropy, as determined by the editorial staff at Fort Worth Inc.
November 25, 2020
Attorney News‘Fort Worth Magazine’ Lists Nine Jackson Walker Attorneys Among the “Top Attorneys” of 2020
Jackson Walker proudly announces the selection of nine Fort Worth-based attorneys to Fort Worth Magazine’s “Top Attorneys” list for 2020. The full list will be released in the magazine’s December 2020 issue.
October 19, 2020
Attorney NewsJackson Walker Congratulates Its 54 “Texas Super Lawyers” of 2020
Spanning five offices, 19 practice areas, and experience ranging from 12 to 52 years, Jackson Walker’s 2020 “Texas Super Lawyers” have been nominated by peers within and outside the Firm.