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Litigation: General Commercial

About

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Jackson Walker is a “go to” trial firm for bet-the-company and high-profile cases in Texas and across the United States. With about 30% of the firm’s 500+ attorneys focused practicing litigation, Jackson Walker has one of the largest trial groups in the Southwest and has litigated cases in nearly every state in the nation.

Representative Matters

  • Representing the joint defense groups in the Winter Storm Uri multi-district litigation (MDL), which involves over 200 lawsuits with over 30,000 plaintiffs, two putative class actions against more than 500 defendants, and subrogation claims from over 1,000 insurance companies
  • Representation of companies in a high-stakes litigation involving over 500 homeowners in Harris County, Texas. The plaintiffs alleged property damage, diminution in value, and other damages resulting from flooding caused by Hurricane Harvey.
  • Represented Helena Agri-Enterprises before the Texas Supreme Court in a lawsuit alleging that an aerial application of herbicide damaged cotton fields in Texas.
  • Secured Texas Supreme Court ruling in favor of high-speed rail project.

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Litigation: General Commercial - Texas: Austin & Surrounds

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What the Team is Known For

Jackson Walker LLP is a renowned Texas firm with experience at every stage of local, national and international litigation. It has notable capabilities in a broad range of litigation, including professional liability and contractual disputes. The firm also handles fraud and breach of fiduciary cases, acting for both claimants and defendants. It also represents clients from a variety of sectors, ranging from energy to agriculture and insurance. With six offices across the state, the firm provides wide-ranging coverage in Texas.

Work Highlights

  • Jackson Walker represented San Antonio couple Robert and Karen Rickman in a longstanding lawsuit against contractor Haitham Taleb and three of his companies for breach of contract and violations of the Deceptive Trade Practices Act.

Strengths

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Jackson Walker provides dedicated resources, effective communication and consistency.

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This department stands out due to its combination of legal expertise and practical, business-focused solutions. The team is known for its strong collaborative approach.

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Jackson Walker is exceptional in its responsiveness, teamwork, creative strategy and critical thinking.

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Jackson Walker's attorneys are responsible, practical and understand our business. They stand out because their advice is immediately actionable.

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Jackson Walker is smart, always bringing new thoughts to the discussion. The lawyers possess critical thinking skills, are very analytical and can navigate multifaceted issues.

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Notable Practitioners

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Charles Babcock
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Charles Babcock
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Charles Babcock is a respected litigator with a wealth of trial experience. He offers particular strength in First Amendment litigation.

Charles Babcock is a talented trial lawyer.

 Charles is a very effective, relatable trial lawyer.

Mr Babcock inspires confidence.

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Julia Mann
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Julia Mann
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Julia Mann is managing partner of Jackson Walker's San Antonio office and possesses wide-ranging commercial disputes expertise.

Julia Mann has a great attention to detail.

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Amanda N Crouch
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Amanda N Crouch
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Band 2
Amanda Crouch has experience assisting a broad range of clients in both trials and appeals.

Amanda is really good at coming up with strategies, thoughts, theories and arguments that others haven't considered. She is also good at articulating things to a jury.

Amanda is so professional and respectful. I am very impressed with her briefing.

Amanda Crouch's attention to detail is amazing.

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Jeffrey Harvey
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Jeffrey Harvey
Head of Litigation: General Commercial
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Jeffrey Harvey has a broad litigation practice which includes commercial disputes as well as catastrophic injury and product liability claims.

Jeff is solution-driven. He knows how to get to the bottom of the problem.

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Joshua A Romero
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Joshua A Romero
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Band 2
Joshua Romero is noted for his handling of trials and appeals in state and federal courts.

Josh is exceptional in all areas. He expertly balances legal and business interests, and effectively interacts with the legal team and business leadership.

Joshua is an excellent lawyer, communicator and leader.

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Matt Dow
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Matt Dow
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Band 2
Managing partner of Jackson Walker's Austin office Matt Dow is an experienced trial lawyer who is regularly sought out to handle complex commercial disputes.
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Robert Soza
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Robert Soza
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Band 2
Robert Soza has experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants at trial and on appeal in a wide range of disputes.

Robert is outstanding.

Robert Soza is very knowledgeable and able to easily and efficiently resolve cases.

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Stephen Calhoun
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Stephen Calhoun
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Band 2
Stephen Calhoun has a growing reputation for his adept handling of complex commercial disputes.

Stephen Calhoun is thorough, responsive and knowledgeable.

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Joseph Fischer
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Joseph Fischer
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Band 3
Joseph Fischer centers his practice on complex commercial and personal injury litigation for a broad range of notable energy sector clients.

Joseph Fischer is excellent at handling massive litigation. He is an incredible attorney.

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Ross Forbes
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Ross Forbes
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Ross Forbes is the chair of Jackson Walker's litigation practice. He represents clients in an array of sectors in jury and non-jury trials, and commercial arbitrations under a wide variety of rules.

Ross Forbes is a really good, strategic lawyer. He is really good at standing up in a courtroom to a judge or jury.

Ross Forbes does a very good job. He understands our businesses and he has been effective.

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Brian Oates
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Brian Oates
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Up and Coming
Brian Oates is recognized for his adept representation of clients in complex commercial litigation, with particular experience handling contractual disputes.

Brian is an excellent advocate both in and out of the courtroom, providing prompt and thorough legal advice. He has a strong service mindset, excellent commercial awareness and a charming character.

Brian Oates provides excellent guidance and strategic thinking.

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Ranked Lawyers at
Jackson Walker LLP

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Texas

Litigation: Trial Lawyers
Charles Babcock
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Charles Babcock
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Texas: Austin & Surrounds

Litigation: General Commercial
Joshua A Romero
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Joshua A Romero
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Band 2
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Matt Dow
2
Matt Dow
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Band 2
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Texas: Dallas, Fort Worth & Surrounds

Litigation: General Commercial
Ross Forbes
5
Ross Forbes
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Brian Oates
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Brian Oates
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Up and Coming
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Texas: Houston & Surrounds

Litigation: General Commercial
Charles Babcock
2
Charles Babcock
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Band 2
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Joseph Fischer
3
Joseph Fischer
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Texas: San Antonio & Surrounds

Litigation: General Commercial
Julia Mann
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Julia Mann
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Band 1
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Amanda N Crouch
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Amanda N Crouch
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Jeffrey Harvey
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Jeffrey Harvey
Head of Litigation: General Commercial
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Band 2
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Robert Soza
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Robert Soza
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Stephen Calhoun
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Stephen Calhoun
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Members

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Brad Anderson

Breck Harrison

Brett Kutnick

Christopher Bankler

Danica Milios

Erica Benites Giese

Hugh Tanner

Jeff Gilmore

Jennifer Freel

Joel Glover

Jonathan Neerman

Justin V. Lee

Laura M. Kidd Cordova

Luke Gilman

Marc Fuller

Marilyn Brown

Mark Josephs

Matthew Swantner

Michael Murtha

Noah Galton

Richard Howell

Robert Latham

Ross Forbes

Head of Department

Sarah Patel Pacheco

Scott Wheatley

William Jenkins

Industries

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Agriculture and Agribusiness

Art and Entertainment

Aviation and Aerospace

Business and Professional Services

Education

Energy and Utilities

Financial Services & Investors

Government and Public Sector

Health and Life Sciences

Industrials, Engineering and Manufacturing

Insurance

Property, Construction and Infrastructure

Resources and Mining

Retail and Consumer

Sport

Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT)

Transport