About
David M. Pyke is a veteran probate attorney with more than three decades of legal experience. Since 2000, he has focused his practice on probate administration, estate planning, and related disputes. With over fifty tried cases, David’s insight into the Dallas courts and juries allows him to guide clients through complex legal challenges.
David earned his undergraduate degree from Baylor University’s Business School, graduating magna cum laude with a major in accounting. He passed the CPA exam on his first attempt in 1983. He later earned his Juris Doctor from Southern Methodist University Law School, graduating cum laude. He was also recognized as a member of the Order of the Coif, Order of Barristers and served as a Law Review editor.
Throughout his career, David has built a strong reputation for excellence. He holds a prestigious AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell and has been recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer every year from 2020 through 2025. He was also honored as one of D Magazine’s Best Lawyers in Dallas in both 2020 and 2025. David is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and a Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, reflecting his proven results and leadership in the legal community.
David is licensed to practice in all Texas state trial and appellate courts, as well as the United States District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Texas. He has also been admitted to the United States Supreme Court and the Fifth and Eighth Circuit Courts of Appeals. He is an active member of the State Bar’s Real Estate, Probate, and Trust Law Section and the Dallas Bar Association’s Probate Section.
Known for his experience and precision, David M. Pyke continues to help clients navigate probate and estate issues with clarity and confidence. His deep local knowledge and decades of proven results make him a trusted legal advisor in the Dallas area.
Law Office Affiliations
- Managing Attorney, Pyke & Associates, P.C.
- Member, Real Estate, Probate and Trust Law Section of the State Bar of Texas
- Member, Probate Section, Dallas Bar Association
- Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
- Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Licensed State
- Texas
Education
- Southern Methodist University Law School
Juris Doctor (JD) - Baylor University Business School
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Awards & Badges




- Probate
- Trusts
- Wills & Living Wills




