About Mark
Mark Mueller: Nationally Recognized Trial Attorney for Serious Injury and Civil Rights Cases
Mark Mueller is a nationally recognized trial attorney, consistently honored for his impactful work in complex birth injury litigation and product liability cases. He’s dedicated to securing justice for individuals harmed by unsafe medical devices, hazardous chemicals, and defective pharmaceuticals. Beyond representing individual clients, Mueller has a profound commitment to advocacy, championing environmental and cultural rights – a commitment vividly demonstrated by his pivotal role in preventing oil and gas development within a protected Montana wilderness area, representing the Brave Dog Society of the Blackfoot tribe, and providing counsel to the Lakota Sioux Sundance Chiefs in protecting their sacred ceremonial objects.
Mueller’s career is defined by pioneering work and a relentless pursuit of accountability. He was a key figure in the groundbreaking Transvaginal Mesh MDL, the largest and most complex medical device litigation in U.S. history. His strategic leadership led to uncovering critical corporate negligence and establishing definitive liability, directly contributing to two FDA safety advisories and the removal of dangerous transvaginal mesh devices from the market. This monumental case showcased Mueller’s exceptional skills in identifying expert witnesses, meticulously analyzing complex scientific evidence, and securing crucial documents – hallmarks of his approach to litigation.
Mueller’s commitment extends beyond the courtroom. He has significantly shaped the next generation of trial attorneys through his involvement with the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyer College and Trial By Human, fostering a deep understanding of effective legal strategy and courtroom advocacy. His precedentsetting verdicts and high-profile cases have garnered national attention, appearing in prominent media outlets like *Oprah*, *Good Morning America*, *The New York Times*, and *The National Law Journal*, reflecting the impact of his work and solidifying his reputation as a leading legal strategist.
Recognizing the importance of diverse pursuits, Mueller has also built a thriving creative business, Voodoo Cowboy Entertainment. As a producer, he has hosted dynamic live music and art events featuring celebrated artists such as B.B. King and Willie Nelson, and he's been involved in independent film productions, including the critically acclaimed *Downloading Nancy* (Sundance Festival), *Winter in the Blood*, and *A New Resistance*, a documentary addressing critical environmental issues.
Currently, Mueller is spearheading the development of the Truth and Justice League, a strategic network dedicated to addressing environmental harm, demanding accountability from wrongdoers, and promoting active citizen involvement in the legal system. This innovative initiative prioritizes jury trials, informed voting, and a renewed focus on personal freedom and democracy—all while striving for a more sustainable and just future. Mueller’s legacy is built on a foundation of protecting vulnerable communities and safeguarding essential resources.
Areas of Practice
• Medical Malpractice (Birth Injury)
• Product Liability
• Environmental Law
Education
• J.D., University of Houston, Houston, TX, 1981
• B.S., Psychology, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI, 1978
Bar Admissions
• Texas
• Wisconsin
• Montana
• Louisiana
• Pennsylvania
• Georgia
• Oklahoma
Selected Publications
Legal Writing Essentials – Fundamentals of Structure, Style and Substance, 2015.
Rights and Remedies Available in Federal Litigation Brought by the FDIC and Its Transferees, Journal of the American Bankruptcy Institute, March 2011.
Extraterritorial Applicability of the Fourth and Fifth Amendment Protections: The U.S. Constitution as Pact or Universal Declaration of Rights, Harvard International Law Journal, 1992.
Technology Transfer to the Former Eastern Bloc Nations: Lessons the East Can Learn from the Failed New International Economic Order, Harvard Journal of Law and Technology, 1991.
Awards:
Lawyer of the Year: Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, Austin (2012)
Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2006
City: Austin, State: Texas, Country: United States
