Miguel A. Ortiz
Associate, Dallas
Practice Areas
Biography
A former litigator, Miguel leverages his previous experience resolving commercial disputes to bring a multidimensional perspective to representing clients in complex commercial real estate transactions. He works with developers, owners, buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants on all types of commercial real estate transactions, including those involving acquisitions, dispositions, leases, and real estate portfolios for all classes of commercial real estate.
Prior to joining Jackson Walker, Miguel served as a non-commissioned officer in the United States Air Force, where he worked as an enlisted paralegal in the Judge Advocate General’s (JAG) Corps. After six years on active duty, he was granted early separation from the Air Force to attend the University of Texas School of Law, where he graduated with honors.
Miguel and his wife Ciara have three children.
Education
B.A., cum laude, University of Nebraska at Omaha
J.D., with honors, The University of Texas School of Law
- Teaching Assistant, Professor William C. Powers
- Sutton Society Dean’s Fellow
Bar Admissions
Texas
- Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch (Woodward/White Inc.), Real Estate Law, 2026
- “Best Lawyers Under 40,” D Magazine, 2026
- “Ones to Watch,” Dallas Association of Young Lawyers, 2023
- Co-Author, “DAYL Pushed Its Membership Criteria Real Good: Those With Salt-N-Pepa Hair Can Participate,” Dallas Association of Young Lawyers (March 2023)
- Co-Author, “Race, Diversity, Inclusion, and the Media Bar: Will the National Conversation on Race, Diversity, and Inclusion Bring About Meaningful, Lasting Change Within Our Bar?” ABA Forum on Communications Law’s Communications Lawyer, Fall 2020, Vol. 36, No. 1 Issue (January 2021)
- Co-Author, “Challenges of Zoom Jury Trials: Lawyer Rapport, Equal Protections, Technology Hurdles,” Texas Lawyer (June 2020)
- The Real Estate Council
- Kids-U, Board of Directors
- Texas Law Veterans Association, Vice President/Co-Founder
- Veterans Legal Advice Clinic, Austin Bar Association
‘D Magazine’ Lists Four Jackson Walker Attorneys Among “Best Lawyers Under 40” for 2026
Jackson Walker congratulates Dallas attorneys Adrian Allen, Vienna Flores Anaya, Miguel A. Ortiz, and Elizabeth W. Pittman on their inclusion in D Magazine’s 2026 “Best Lawyers Under 40” list recognizing outstanding young attorneys in the North Texas area.
Attorney News • December 30, 2025
‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Features 350 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2026 Edition, Including 10 “Lawyers of the Year” and 106 “Ones to Watch”
The Best Lawyers in America, a widely regarded guide to legal excellence, has recognized 350 Jackson Walker attorneys across 87 specialty practice areas in its 2026 edition, including 10 Lawyers of the Year and 106 Ones to Watch.
Attorney News • August 21, 2025
Luke Gilman, Mahira Khan, and Miguel Ortiz Selected to Participate in Leadership Council on Legal Diversity Programs
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce the selection of Luke J. Gilman, Mahira Khan, and Miguel A. Ortiz to participate in training programs offered by the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD).
Attorney News • February 13, 2025
Miguel Ortiz Named by Dallas Association of Young Lawyers as “One to Watch”
Miguel Ortiz’s integrity-first mindset, ability to place service over self, and commitment to excellence in all he does set him apart. As a father of three young boys, Miguel’s drive to make a positive impact extends beyond his legal career, making him an inspiring role model for all young lawyers.
Attorney News • June 9, 2023
Race, Diversity, Inclusion, and the Media Bar: Will the National Conversation on Race, Diversity, and Inclusion Bring About Meaningful, Lasting Change Within Our Bar? | ABA Communications Lawyer
By James Carlos McFall, Trey McDonald, and Miguel Ortiz
Insights • January 22, 2021
Recognition & Accolades
- Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch (Woodward/White Inc.), Real Estate Law, 2026
- “Best Lawyers Under 40,” D Magazine, 2026
- “Ones to Watch,” Dallas Association of Young Lawyers, 2023
Publications & Speeches
- Co-Author, “DAYL Pushed Its Membership Criteria Real Good: Those With Salt-N-Pepa Hair Can Participate,” Dallas Association of Young Lawyers (March 2023)
- Co-Author, “Race, Diversity, Inclusion, and the Media Bar: Will the National Conversation on Race, Diversity, and Inclusion Bring About Meaningful, Lasting Change Within Our Bar?” ABA Forum on Communications Law’s Communications Lawyer, Fall 2020, Vol. 36, No. 1 Issue (January 2021)
- Co-Author, “Challenges of Zoom Jury Trials: Lawyer Rapport, Equal Protections, Technology Hurdles,” Texas Lawyer (June 2020)
Community Involvement
- The Real Estate Council
- Kids-U, Board of Directors
- Texas Law Veterans Association, Vice President/Co-Founder
- Veterans Legal Advice Clinic, Austin Bar Association