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Alexander Dubose & Jefferson is a leading appellate boutique boasting a deep bench of experienced counsel. The firm is regularly called upon to represent clients in high-stakes matters in state and federal courts. It offers expertise in a diverse array of sectors, including energy, financial services, pharmaceuticals and education. The team attracts particular praise for its handling of cases in the Texas Supreme Court.
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Alexander Dubose & Jefferson served as lead appellate counsel for US Energy in the Texas Supreme Court in a petition for review seeking to determine whether the resolution of a prior judgment settling a judgment lien on a pipeline also resolved a separate breach of contract claim over responsibility for payment of pipeline construction costs.
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Alexander Dubose & Jefferson is at the top of its game when it comes to appeals. It is an innovative and truly excellent firm that takes on tough appeals and brings well-considered approaches. The team does a superb job of focusing on how an appellate court might view the issues.
Alexander Dubose & Jefferson is top tier for work related to the Texas Supreme Court. It is an excellent firm with excellent lawyers.
Alexander Dubose & Jefferson's outstanding knowledge of the law, good standing with Judges and ability to thoroughly analyze the facts sets it apart. The firm's appellate lawyers are the best I have seen in action.
Alexander Dubose & Jefferson has an elite group of attorneys and exceptional depth. It is an excellent appellate boutique and one of the best in Texas.
Alexander Dubose & Jefferson's lawyers are the brightest minds in the business and keep abreast of the latest developments in the law. They are highly experienced, sharp and hard-working.
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Wallace is the best of the best.
Wallace knows how Judges think and therefore how to best frame arguments for success.
There is no one like Wallace. He is a distinguished, widely respected lawyer who is masterful in the courtroom. He is very professional and poised. He is exceptionally smart and focused. I have never seen anyone better than him argue appellate cases. I am in awe of him, he is extraordinary.
Wallace is one of the top appellate lawyers in the State of Texas.
Wallace is a world-class lawyer who understands the impact of every move and decision.
Douglas is innovative and a good strategist.
Douglas is very hands-on with huge matters. He is the mastermind of the arguments being made and is a fabulous person to work with. He is very good at listening to viewpoints and has strong and reasoned opinions. Douglas is a leader in this space.
Douglas' professionalism, wisdom and analytical acuity are superior.
Kevin is excellent and beyond helpful.
Kevin provides excellent analysis in a hotly contested matter.
Kevin provides a lot of strategic thinking. He has a very analytical approach and is good at thinking several moves down the road. He is strong at framing and simplifying issues and is stellar at arguing issues.
Marcy is phenomenal.
Amy is the consummate diplomat. She not only knows the legal issues but she spends a lot of time making sure the client is at ease with her handling of the matter.
Amy is a very talented attorney. Her analytical and briefing skills are strong and she concisely and clearly briefs complex legal arguments in a very focused and understandable way. She is an incredible attorney. She is also very accessible, responsive and easy to work with on matters.
Kirsten is an experienced appellate practitioner.
Kirsten is great at arguing and a strong advocate.
Kirsten is very good at arguments and framing issues. She thinks very strategically.
Rachel is a smart lawyer and does a good job on briefings.
Rachel is extremely sophisticated on high-end appellate matters and is a remarkable oral advocate. She has the keen ability to synthesize and communicate complex legal matters with elegant simplicity and absolute clarity.
Robert is a very good lawyer. He is very experienced and a smart practitioner.
Robert is very engaged in the community and is an incredibly smart lawyer.
Robert has an excellent ability to apply sophisticated legal arguments to the facts.
Robert is exceptionally bright and writes very well. His analytical skills are good and he is very organized. He is a very strong advocate and the consummate appellate specialist.
Charles is an outstanding appellate specialist who is very devoted to the practice.
Charles is professional and thorough.
Charles is a very sophisticated, knowledgeable appellate attorney whose evaluations, analysis and insight are valuable.
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