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Globally, we have more than 1,200 disputes lawyers and one of the world’s largest litigation practices. We handle multi-jurisdictional matters, consistently get superior results at trial or through early resolution, and are one of the preeminent international arbitration firms across all sectors. 

In the US, we now have more than 350 disputes lawyers, with one of the most active portfolios of high-profile cases a client list that includes some of the largest companies in the world. And in Texas, we have more than 10 trial lawyers who are fellows of The American College of Trial Lawyers, a compilation of the best of the trial bar from the United States and Canada. 

We continue to handle new, complex matters for some of the largest companies in the world in several major industries, including: energy, financial institutions, life sciences, technology and entertainment. 

Whether it was securing a jury trial victory for the world’s largest publicly traded oil and gas company in an eight-figure indemnity suit, obtaining a reversal in the Supreme Court of Texas for a large health care nonprofit, obtaining summary judgment in a multimillion-dollar antitrust conspiracy case, securing a million dollar jury verdict on a breach of contract and fraud claim, or achieving final approval in a landmark 13-year class action involving more than a million insurance policyholders, Norton Rose Fulbright trial lawyers have a track record of successfully resolving our clients’ toughest cases.

Chambers Review

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Litigation: General Commercial - Texas: Houston & Surrounds

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What the Team is Known For

Norton Rose Fulbright possesses wide-ranging expertise in litigation, spanning securities, general commercial, product liability and energy disputes. It has a highly regarded bench of litigators well versed both in securing favorable settlements and in taking cases to trial. The firm's geographic reach allows the team to provide comprehensive representation for clients in multiple industries throughout the USA and internationally. It boasts an impressive client roster, featuring companies in the energy, finance and healthcare sectors, among others.

Work Highlights

  • Norton Rose Fulbright represented MoneyGram International in a class action in Illinois and a shareholder derivative action in Delaware arising from a $125 million settlement with the DOJ and FTC over alleged lapses in MoneyGram’s fraud detection controls.

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Notable Practitioners

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Ellen Sessions
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Ellen Sessions is noted for her ability to handle complex shareholder class actions on behalf of corporations, banks, financial institutions, officers and directors.

Ellen Sessions is a very good attorney who provides really great advice.

Ellen has huge credibility. She's practical and knows her way around the Texas courts.

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Marc Collier
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Marc Collier is highly regarded for his experience acting on behalf of clients in federal and state courts.
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Mark Oakes
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Mark Oakes represents businesses and individuals in shareholder disputes. He offers further expertise advising on internal and government investigations.

Mark Oakes is an excellent litigator who efficiently drives the matter to success.

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Michael O'Donnell
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Partner-in-charge of Norton Rose Fulbright's San Antonio office Michael O'Donnell has a wealth of commercial litigation expertise, offering adept handling of trials and arbitrations.

Michael O'Donnell is fantastic.

Michael O'Donnell is responsive and knows the jurisdiction well.

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Peter Stokes
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Peter Stokes has a robust practice assisting clients across a range of industries with complex securities litigation.

Peter Stokes is very knowledgeable. He is super-smart and a marvelous lawyer.

Reagan Brown
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Reagan Brown
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Reagan Brown is a seasoned trial lawyer with particular prowess in commercial litigation.

Reagan is a really impressive trial lawyer.

Reagan Brown is a phenomenal trial lawyer.

Adam T Schramek
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Adam T Schramek
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Adam Schramek handles complex commercial disputes in state and federal courts, including class actions and insurance coverage claims.

Adam is incredibly responsive and a great partner to clients.

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Manuel Mungia
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Manuel Mungia has wide-ranging litigation experience and has handled insurance coverage litigation, professional liability matters and commercial disputes, among others.

Manuel Mungia is highly trusted and knowledgeable.

Manuel Mungia provides exceptional customer service. He identifies issues early and communicates appropriately. He is responsive, thoughtful and on point.

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Paul Trahan
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Paul Trahan is a respected litigator who acts for clients from a wide range of industries, including technology, healthcare and mining.
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Rodney Acker
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Rodney Acker is a highly sought-after litigator in securities class actions who garners praise for his trial expertise.

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Aimeé Vidaurri
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Up and Coming

Aimeé Vidaurri garners praise for assisting with large commercial disputes, including those involving breach of contract and IP law. She is partner in Norton Rose Fulbright's San Antonio office.

Aimeé Vidaurri is incredibly talented. She is a great oral advocate.

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Texas

Litigation: Securities

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Ellen Sessions
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Band 1
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Peter Stokes
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Rodney Acker
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Band 2
Litigation: Trial Lawyers

Reagan Brown
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Reagan Brown
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Band 1

Texas: Austin & Surrounds

Litigation: General Commercial

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Marc Collier
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Band 1
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Mark Oakes
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Band 1
Adam T Schramek
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Adam T Schramek
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Band 2
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Paul Trahan
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Band 2

Texas: Houston & Surrounds

Litigation: General Commercial

Reagan Brown
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Reagan Brown
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Band 2

Texas: San Antonio & Surrounds

Litigation: General Commercial

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Michael O'Donnell
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Band 1
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Manuel Mungia
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Band 2
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Aimeé Vidaurri
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Up and Coming

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