Emily Owen
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Emily Owen

Emily Owen represents individuals and businesses across a range of industries through all phases of litigation. Whether through motion practice, mediation, or trial, she is a dedicated advocate for her clients both in and out of the courtroom. Prior to joining Carrington Coleman, Emily served as an Assistant United States Attorney at the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Texas. There she defended a broad range of civil matters as lead counsel on behalf of the United States, including cases arising under Title VII, the Administrative Procedure Act, the Federal Tort Claims Act, and the Whistleblower Protection Act. She also investigated cases involving the False Claims Act. Emily also has significant experience representing and advising health care providers in medical malpractice claims, guardianship matters, and proceedings before the Texas Medical Board and Texas Board of Nursing. Her diverse legal background allows her to approach cases with a strategic and innovative perspective. Emily understands the overlapping areas of law that may impact her clients and their positions in litigation. She understands that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to litigation and brings a tailored, client-focused strategy to every matter she handles.

Significant Matters

  • Won a defense verdict on behalf of a resident physician, defeating claims of malpractice during and after surgery.
  • Successfully defended multiple federal agencies—including the Department of Health and Human Services, the Small Business Administration, and the Department of Homeland Security—against judicial challenges to final agency actions under the Administrative Procedure Act.
  • Obtained dismissals on qualified immunity grounds for numerous federal employees sued under Bivens.
  • Advised hospitals on their rights, duties, and legal options with respect to incapacitated patients.
  • Secured dismissal of a federal lawsuit alleging disability discrimination and Whistleblower Protection Act violations related to COVID-19 policies and procedures.

 

Areas of Focus

Education

Education

  • Baylor Law School (J.D., cum laude, 2019)
    • Baylor Barrister Society
    • Brian J. Serr Excellence in Appellate Advocacy Award
    • Dean’s List – Fall 2017, Fall 2018, Winter 2018, Spring 2019, Summer 2019
  • Baylor University (B.A., Political Science, 2016)

Admissions

Bar Admissions
  • Texas, 2019 (Active)
Court Admissions
  • U.S. District Court, Northern District, Texas (Active)
  • U.S. District Court, Eastern District, Texas (Active)
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (Active)

Leadership

  • Dallas Bar Association
  • Dallas Association of Young Lawyers
  • Dallas Women Lawyers Association

Outside of Work

Outside of work, Emily enjoys playing tennis and golf, sewing, traveling with her husband, and spending time with family and friends.