Dakota J. Wrinkle

Founding Attorney

Practice Areas

Real Estate Transactions
Real Estate Litigation
Probate & Estate Planning
Oil & Gas

Energy
Eminent Domain
Commercial Litigation

Commercial Transactions
Business Formation
Contracts

Overview

Dakota J. Wrinkle is the founder and managing attorney of Texas Landowner Law Firm, PLLC. Although he is licensed to practice law in both Oklahoma and Texas, Dakota concentrates his practice exclusively within the state of Texas.

As a landowner himself, Dakota has a firsthand understanding of the priorities and challenges that landowners encounter. He shares the deep sentiments and values of families who have lived, worked, and prospered on their land.

Land ownership is a cornerstone of personal and financial security in our country, providing a tangible connection to our planet and a lasting legacy for future generations. It instills a profound sense of pride and responsibility, as it represents not just a piece of property, but a place where memories are made, livelihoods are sustained, and values are passed down. The stability and autonomy that come with owning land offer a unique sense of fulfillment, deeply rooted in the history and heritage of those who steward it. Protecting it is of paramount importance, and that is why Dakota founded the Texas Landowner Law Firm.

Dakota earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, graduating cum laude from Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. He then obtained his Juris Doctor with Highest Honors from The University of Tulsa College of Law in Tulsa, Oklahoma. During law school, Dakota contributed to the Energy Law Journal and earned a Sustainable Energy and Resources Law Certificate, reflecting his academic focus on energy, environmental, and resources law.

Before establishing his firm, Dakota served as an Assistant District Attorney for Tulsa County, Oklahoma, where he managed the county’s felony and misdemeanor cases. In this role, he conducted motion hearings, preliminary hearings, and both misdemeanor and felony trials. Following his tenure as an Assistant District Attorney, Dakota practiced civil litigation and real property law at both national and local firms.

Dakota's legal expertise encompasses oil and gas title review, oil and gas litigation, probate and estate planning, contract drafting and review, general civil litigation, and real estate disputes, including condemnation, Trespass to Try Title and Quiet Title actions, partitions, and much more.

Beyond the legal profession, Dakota takes pride in his role as a small business owner, operating both a laundromat and a real estate development company. This entrepreneurial experience gives him valuable insight into the legal challenges faced by small business owners.

Dakota currently resides in Kaufman County, Texas, with his wife, Cordray, and their son and daughter.

Education

University of Tulsa College of Law, Tulsa, OK
Juris Doctor, With Highest Honors

Hardin-Simmons University, Abilene, TX
Bachelor of Science, cum laude

Bar Admissions

State of Texas
State of Oklahoma
United States Court of Appeals, 5th Circuit
United States District Court, Northern District of Texas
United States District Court, Western District of Texas
United States District Court, Eastern District of Oklahoma

Professional Associations and Memberships

Texas Bar Association
Oklahoma Bar Association
Environmental and Natural Resources Law Section, State Bar of Texas
Litigation Section, State Bar of Texas
Oil, Gas, and Energy Resources Law, State Bar of Texas
Real Estate, Probate, and Trust Law, State Bar of Texas

Reviews

Some of Our Happy Clients

“Great experience working with Mr. Wrinkle. I hope to do more real estate transactions in the future and this will be my go to firm.”

L.M.

“I am a licensed attorney in the state of Texas. I had a very complex matter that was out of my wheelhouse so I had to work with local counsel in DFW. Dakota Wrinkle really knows his stuff and how to get a case handled. While most attorneys are impossible to get in contact with Mr. Wrinkle was extremely responsive. As a fellow attorney I would recommend his services to any of my friends, clients, or colleagues.”

J.K.

“Dakota is very knowledgeable and was able to answer some really complicated property questions for me.”

J.R.

“I had the great privilege of working with Dakota. He was very knowledgeable in the area of real estate law. He was very prompt and gave us answers when we needed them. Dakota goes above and beyond to meet the needs of his clients, I would highly recommend him!”

E.L.

“We’ve worked with Dakota twice for our real estate property needs. He listens to your concerns and makes the process effortless for his clients. Our matters were resolved timely and efficiently. Highly recommend!”

E.A.

“Dakota went through all our documents faster than we expected and responded quickly. Where as we could have lost a lot of money he gave us solid good legal advice that ended up saving us a lot on our finances and multiple alternatives to handle our situation. Many lawyers are very busy it's hard to get in touch with them but Dakota was exceptional. I highly recommend Dakota.”

P.L