Litigation: General Commercial
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Provided by Reynolds Frizzell LLP
Reynolds Frizzell is a commercial litigation firm focused on resolving complex disputes across the globe.
With over 190 years of litigation experience, our reputation for trial skills and preparation ensures that our opposition knows we are willing to try each case, no matter the size, region, or industry.
We intentionally avoid limiting ourselves to any specific practice area or industry. Nimble and quick studies, our attorneys have proven time and again an ability to cross-examine witnesses, argue effectively, and successfully explain the most complex disputes – without regard to industry or venue.
Working for clients of all sizes in a variety of matters, we put our team—some of the country’s top legal minds and trial lawyers—on the job, assessing quickly and efficiently how we can achieve the best possible result for each client.
Clients entrust us with their toughest problems, and we invest on a personal level to achieve their goals. We’ve seen consistently that by positioning our client to win at trial, we maximize results at every stage of a case.
Our focus on strategy and tireless preparation leaves no room for frivolous litigation—only success.
Chambers Review
Reynolds Frizzell LLP is a well-regarded litigation boutique with a strong track record of representing clients in a range of commercial matters, with particular emphasis on energy and natural resources. It has additional expertise including handling IP, breach of fiduciary duty and shareholder disputes. The firm handles litigation in state and federal courts, including courts of appeal, as well as assisting clients with domestic and international arbitration, representing both plaintiff and defendant companies from a broad range of industries.
Work Highlights
- Reynolds Frizzell LLP represented the Dallas Police and Firefighters Pension Fund in its $600 million claim against its former actuarial firm for alleged breaches of contractual, statutory and common-law duties.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm has a very aggressive approach to litigation."
"I have a tremendous amount of trust and respect for the attorneys."
"The team has the technical understanding of the law and the process as it winds its way through the court. The lawyers can marry that with strategic objectives."
"The firm has a very aggressive approach to litigation."
"I have a tremendous amount of trust and respect for the attorneys."
"The team has the technical understanding of the law and the process as it winds its way through the court. The lawyers can marry that with strategic objectives."
Notable Practitioners
Jean Frizzell is respected for his expert handling of complex commercial disputes, including in the energy and natural resources sector.
"Jean is a very talented trial lawyer."
"He is a world-class lawyer. Jean is highly intelligent, strategic and responsive. He is a strong advocate who is very pleasant to work with."
"He is an outstanding trial lawyer."
Chris Reynolds has developed an impressive disputes practice, which includes acting on behalf of energy and natural resources companies, among others.
"When Chris steps in, I certainly sleep easier."
"Chris is a pre-eminent trial lawyer in Houston. I would recommend him as lead counsel to anyone who has a significant piece of litigation. He is very good at communicating and has unusually good judgement - virtually everything he predicts happens."
Jeremy Doyle assists corporate clients with a range of disputes, acting on both sides of the docket. His litigation experience spans a wide array of sectors, including construction, energy and private equity.
Michael Oldham is recognized for his expert representation of businesses in a wide array of disputes.
"Michael is very smart, has an excellent bedside manner and is an effective advocate."
Ranked Lawyers at
Reynolds Frizzell LLP
Texas
Texas: Houston & Surrounds
Members
Provided by Reynolds Frizzell LLP
Adi Sirkes
Amanda Nathan
Armie Lewis
Brandon Allen
Elizabeth Wilkerson
Erin Formby
Harris Wells
Jim Weiss
Mason Malone
Matt Sheehan
Nathan Smith
Nathaniel Bass
Thallia Malespin
Zach Burford
Industries
Provided by Reynolds Frizzell LLP
Commercial Litigation
Construction
Energy
Fiduciary Duty
Insurance
Intellectual Property
Oil & Gas
Patent
Power
Professional Malpractice Defense
Real Estate
Securities