About

Provided by Ahmad, Zavitsanos & Mensing

AZA is first and foremost a trial firm. Our 54 lawyers are in a jury trial roughly once a month. Our courtroom experience, our knowledge of what will matter to a jury or judge, and our command of trial technology permit us to do this efficiently. Being trial-ready also strongly influences settlement. Opponents recognize that with more than 225 trials under our belts, we have confidence in our position and our ability to advocate that position. In fact, AZA is often hired on the eve of trial, once it has become clear that the case must be tried.

Although many of our cases involve high-stakes litigation for multinational companies, we also excel at representing individuals and mid-sized businesses with serious legal issues. We also understand that a superior result does not always involve a verdict or judgment, and are equally skilled at developing creative solutions to business problems.

AZA also manages company investigations. We help company boards, in-house counsel, and audit committees identify problems and ensure compliance before litigation ensues.

Chambers Review

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Litigation: General Commercial - Texas: Houston & Surrounds

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Ahmad, Zavitsanos & Mensing houses robust litigation specialists with a reputation as feared opponents for established national firms. The firm has especially strong experience in representing clients in the technology and energy arenas. It has a trial-oriented group of attorneys who are unafraid to take on the full range of high-value commercial disputes for both plaintiffs and defendants. The team is particularly active in intellectual property, employment and breach of contract cases.

Work Highlights

  • Ahmad, Zavitsanos & Mensing served as nationwide lead trial counsel on behalf of TeamHealth in numerous lawsuits filed against insurance companies around the country, with approximately $500 million total in dispute. 

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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John Zavitsanos
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John Zavitsanos
1
Band 1
John Zavitsanos wins particular praise for his trial capability. He handles high-stakes litigation on behalf of an enviable client base, which includes preeminent energy companies.

John is an outstanding litigator whose trial skills, will to win, energy and creativity distinguish him from his peers.

John is exceptional, phenomenal.

John is a no-nonsense trial lawyer and a gentleman at his core. 

Todd W Mensing
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Todd W Mensing
2
Band 2
Todd Mensing has vast experience assisting businesses with their most complex litigation needs, including intellectual property infringement and trade secret misappropriation cases.

Todd is an incredible trial lawyer.

Todd Mensing is tenacious. He is exceedingly hard-working and a very impressive lawyer.

Todd Mensing is a phenomenal attorney. He is a fierce litigator, understanding all the ins and outs of litigation.

5
Rey Flores
5
Band 5

Rey Flores is frequently sought after by oil and gas, healthcare and other clients to handle complex commercial disputes.

Rey asks the right questions early on, and is extremely responsive. He offers solutions for issues at hand with the long term in mind.

Rey Flores is a responsive, thorough and zealous advocate on behalf of the client. He is a skillful and tenacious lawyer.

5
Tim Shelby
5
Band 5
Tim Shelby is highly regarded for his expertise in commercial litigation matters. He has noteworthy strength in energy-related disputes.

Tim is a really good lawyer.

Tim has really good commercial acumen. This is very useful for discussing potential settlements and different negotiation tactics.

Ranked Lawyers at
Ahmad, Zavitsanos & Mensing

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Texas

Litigation: Trial Lawyers

John Zavitsanos
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John Zavitsanos
1
Band 1

Texas: Houston & Surrounds

Litigation: General Commercial

John Zavitsanos
1
John Zavitsanos
1
Band 1
Todd W Mensing
2
Todd W Mensing
2
Band 2
5
Rey Flores
5
Band 5
5
Tim Shelby
5
Band 5

Members

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Clients

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Air Liquide

Apache

CITGO

Chevron

Enbridge Petroleum

Group 1 Automotive

Liberty Mutual

LyondellBasell

National Oilwell Varco

PSC

Plains All American Pipeline

Prime Natural Resources

Versata

Weatherford

Industries

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Construction

Energy - oil & gas

Software

Technology

Telecom