Litigation: Securities

Kathy Patrick is often called upon to handle the most complex commercial disputes, and is especially accomplished in securities litigation.

"Kathy is a star. We really respect her."

"She is a well-regarded, very good and aggressive litigator."

Barrett Reasoner is vastly experienced in handling business-critical disputes, including a particular emphasis on representing energy companies. He is widely praised for his considerable trial skill.

"Barrett prepares very well. He relates with juries, takes a difficult topic and makes it easy for a jury to understand."

"Barrett is incredibly talented. He is a very good trial lawyer, understands exactly the result we want and is ruthless in his approach."

"He is effective in resolving matters and I enjoy working with him. He is critical in helping us reach favorable resolutions."

Robin Gibbs is a leading trial lawyer who deftly handles a wide array of commercial disputes, with noted specialty in representing energy and natural resources companies.

"Robin is one of the best lawyers I have ever worked with. He is a great orator, briefer and writer. The more we can get him involved the happier we are."

"He is the dean of the litigation Bar in Houston. He is world-renowned and top-class."

"He is a legend of the Bar."

Ayesha Najam has a growing reputation for her adept handling of a broad array of commercial disputes, including matters in the energy, construction and real estate sectors.

Houston-based David Sheeren is developing an impressive securities practice, which sees him often representing investors in civil securities litigation.

"David is detail-oriented and does a good job of laying out the various facts in a way that are understandable. He is affable, calm and isn't going to get riled up."

Ashley McKeand Kleber is a strong performer across a breadth of commercial disputes, with notable experience in energy and finance disputes.

Sam Cruse is an experienced litigator who works on securities, trade secrets and contract breach cases alongside his substantial oil and gas litigation experience.

"Sam is our go-to. He is the first guy I want to call for complex issues. He is strategic, smart and tough in both negotiations and in the courtroom."

Brian Ross is well regarded for his commercial litigation and arbitration abilities. He has noteworthy expertise in complex energy-related disputes.

"Brian has lots of experience. He is smart and has a charismatic personality."

"He is a great lawyer."

"Brian is a really smart guy."

Caitlin Halpern is praised for her assistance in complex commercial litigation and securities-related disputes.

"I am very impressed with her. She's got a lot of potential."