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What the Team is Known For

McKool Smith is a highly experienced litigation outfit with an extensive roster of accomplished trial lawyers adept at representing sophisticated clients in a variety of commercial disputes. It is particularly well known for its expertise in patent disputes, with additional experience in securities, antitrust and bankruptcy matters. The firm possesses a breadth of practice that takes it beyond Texas, with its lawyers having conducted trials nationwide. It acts for governmental entities as well as businesses from a broad range of industries including manufacturing, energy and financial services.

Work Highlights

  • McKool Smith secured a $1.4 billion settlement for the State of Texas against

    Facebook/Meta in a biometric privacy dispute.

Strengths

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McKool Smith is strategic in its approach to litigation and very responsive. The firm has a good bench with good experience and subject matter expertise.

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They are extremely technical and their attention to detail really sets them apart. They are experts that are effective in litigation.

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McKool Smith has litigation experience and savvy. It has excellent litigation skills and the team is always on top of the case.

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McKool is the best at working on sophisticated matters in complex legal environments. McKool knows when and how to complement its depth and breadth with the experience and expertise of others.

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This firm is highly professional, exceptionally organized and experienced in shepherding a multifaceted case with a large team. Its attorneys are exceptionally talented and hardworking.

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Notable Practitioners

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Samuel Baxter
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Samuel Baxter
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Samuel Baxter skillfully represents blue-chip corporate clients in commercial, antitrust and intellectual property litigation.

Samuel Baxter is very good in court.

In my opinion, the best in the district - he has more insight into the local practice than any other local lawyer.

He has an unparalleled level of experience, as well as great instincts and judgment during cases and in settlement discussions.

Sam is one of the great trial lawyers, especially in Texas.

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Alan S. Loewinsohn
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Alan Loewinsohn has an impressive breadth of commercial litigation expertise, which includes construction, real estate and securities disputes.

Alan Loewinsohn is an excellent trial lawyer. He is also very good in arbitration.

Alan is an excellent lawyer.

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Robert Manley
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Robert Manley
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Robert Manley, a partner in the Dallas office, regularly represents clients at trial. His recent experience includes trade secret misappropriation, fraud and tortious interference disputes.

Robert is a tremendous trial lawyer.

Robert Manley is an all-around excellent litigator.

Robert Manley is a smart, tenacious, gracious and savvy lawyer.

Robert Manley is really outstanding. He's good on his feet and comfortable in front of a jury.

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Lewis LeClair
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Lewis LeClair
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Lewis LeClair handles a range of commercial disputes, including energy and antitrust claims.

Lewis is a very experienced and seasoned trial lawyer. He provides good strategic advice and updates.

Lewis LeClair communicates persistently, clearly and forthrightly. He analyzes positions' strengths, weaknesses and exposure to ranges of positive and negative outcomes.

Lewis LeClair is an excellent lawyer.

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Gary Cruciani
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Gary Cruciani
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Based in the Dallas office, Gary Cruciani has notable experience litigating on behalf of businesses, with notable experience in contract, antitrust and intellectual property disputes.

He is responsive, diligent and extremely experienced. He always operates with his client's best intentions and interests in mind.

Gary is a good thinker and strategist, and he does an outstanding job.

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Joshua J. Newcomer
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Joshua J. Newcomer
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Joshua Newcomer is managing principal in the Houston office of McKool Smith. He is skilled in a range of commercial disputes, with noteworthy strength in construction and bankruptcy-related litigation.

Joshua produces stellar work product and has stellar strategy. He is outstanding.

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Jennifer Truelove
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Jennifer Truelove
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Jennifer Truelove is an experienced trial lawyer, noted for her particular strength in disputes relating to antitrust and intellectual property.

Jennifer is an extraordinary lawyer.

Jennifer is great. She provides excellent service and is always available.

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Ranked Lawyers at
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Samuel Baxter
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Samuel Baxter
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Alan S. Loewinsohn
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Robert Manley
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Robert Manley
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Texas: Dallas, Fort Worth & Surrounds

Litigation: General Commercial
Samuel Baxter
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Samuel Baxter
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Alan S. Loewinsohn
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Robert Manley
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Robert Manley
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Lewis LeClair
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Lewis LeClair
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Gary Cruciani
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Gary Cruciani
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Jennifer Truelove
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Jennifer Truelove
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Texas: Houston & Surrounds

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Joshua J. Newcomer
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Joshua J. Newcomer
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