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Scott Douglass & McConnico is a litigation powerhouse rooted in Austin but with national impact, known for its deep courtroom experience, strategic thinking, and “Texas toughness.” Founded in 1976, the firm specializes in high-stakes, complex civil litigation across multiple industries — from oil & gas to technology, and finance.

Our strength lies in combining deep trial and appellate experience, specialized subject-matter expertise, administrative law aptitude, and a litigation mindset that treats every case as trial-ready. Add to that a client-first, creative, and ethical culture, and SDM consistently delivers strategic, cost-effective litigation solutions in matters of real consequence — all within a tight-knit and highly ranked boutique framework.

We serve a mix of clients in both plaintiff and defense roles including:

public corporations
institutional investors
startups
government bodies
families

Our work includes:

Business & Commercial Litigation
Intellectual Property/Technology Litigation
Oil, Gas & Energy Litigation
Securities & Complex Financial Litigation
Specialized Practices : The firm rounds out its offerings with tax disputes, products liability, and white‑collar/government investigation work.

Chambers Review

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Litigation: General Commercial - Texas: Austin & Surrounds

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What the Team is Known For

Scott Douglass & McConnico LLP has a sizable Austin-based team with the ability to handle complex and high-stakes litigation across a broad array of industries, including oil and gas, pharmaceuticals and technology. It offers substantial experience in representing clients in jury trials, arbitrations and both state and federal appeals, and providing additional guidance on litigation strategy.

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Work Highlights

Scott Douglass & McConnico continued to represent the City of San Antonio, by and through the City Public Service Board, in suing Houston Pipe Line Company and Oasis Pipeline seeking a declaration that the gas prices during Winter Storm Uri are unenforceable because they are unconscionable.

Strengths

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Scott Douglass & McConnico is a traditional Austin powerhouse, focused on work here. The firm is a juggernaut that will always attract the biggest local work.

Litigation: General Commercial respondent
USA

Scott Douglass & McConnico is strong on strategy and the law and knows what we want to accomplish. All of its attorneys write well and have strong knowledge of court proceedings. They are also proactive and personable.

Litigation: General Commercial respondent
USA

Scott Douglass & McConnico has strong ability on complex litigation; some of what it handles is extraordinarily complex. Its lawyers are very good in trial. They have very good stand-up skills, build a good rapport with courts and are effective advocates. The firm excels at strategic and tactical analysis.

Litigation: General Commercial respondent
USA

Scott Douglass & McConnico has strong lawyers who are pragmatic and are great brief writers. It is a practice at the top of the line.

Litigation: General Commercial respondent
USA

Scott Douglass & McConnico's experience, objectivity and relationship-oriented approach set it apart. It consistently puts our needs and best interests at the forefront and does a tremendous job of handling complex legal matters. The firm does a fantastic job of making sure all of our needs are met and always takes time to learn and understand the issues that our organization faces through dialogue with us and additional research.

Litigation: General Commercial respondent
USA

Scott Douglass & McConnico is a traditional Austin powerhouse, focused on work here. The firm is a juggernaut that will always attract the biggest local work.

Litigation: General Commercial respondent
USA

Scott Douglass & McConnico is strong on strategy and the law and knows what we want to accomplish. All of its attorneys write well and have strong knowledge of court proceedings. They are also proactive and personable.

Litigation: General Commercial respondent
USA

Scott Douglass & McConnico has strong ability on complex litigation; some of what it handles is extraordinarily complex. Its lawyers are very good in trial. They have very good stand-up skills, build a good rapport with courts and are effective advocates. The firm excels at strategic and tactical analysis.

Litigation: General Commercial respondent
USA

Scott Douglass & McConnico has strong lawyers who are pragmatic and are great brief writers. It is a practice at the top of the line.

Litigation: General Commercial respondent
USA

Scott Douglass & McConnico's experience, objectivity and relationship-oriented approach set it apart. It consistently puts our needs and best interests at the forefront and does a tremendous job of handling complex legal matters. The firm does a fantastic job of making sure all of our needs are met and always takes time to learn and understand the issues that our organization faces through dialogue with us and additional research.

Litigation: General Commercial respondent
USA

Notable Practitioners

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Stephen McConnico

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Senior Statespeople

Stephen McConnico has a substantial track record of jury trial representations, and is experienced in representing individuals and international and local businesses.

Stephen is a seasoned trial lawyer with deep expertise in litigating complex and high-profile cases.

Stephen is outstanding. He is a phenomenal litigator and advocate. He can dig into the narrative deeply, immerse himself in it and then accurately convey it.

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Kennon L Wooten

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Band 1

Kennon Wooten is well versed in representing plaintiffs and defendants, including public sector organizations, in both commercial litigation and appeals.

Kennon stands out as an exceptional attorney.

Kennon is an incredibly effective lawyer.

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Casey Dobson

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Band 2

Casey Dobson handles securities fraud, construction and professional malpractice disputes alongside his broader commercial litigation expertise.

Casey is prepared and very good at targeting the message to the audience. He thinks through what really matters in the case and targets this in court in a way that really connects with judges and juries. He is a very strong arguer.

Casey has a wealth of knowledge and experience. He demonstrates a relationship-focused approach that makes us feel that he is truly looking out for our best interests. He takes time to clearly lay out his strategy and approach, while providing constant feedback of how the strategy is playing out over time.

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David Shank

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Band 2

David Shank is an established player in the Austin market. He often acts as leading counsel for corporate clients in commercial disputes.

David is extremely helpful, proactive and personable. He knows the substance of the issues very well and the legal and technical issues at play. He is a great advocate, a good litigator and a strategic thinker, understanding what it is that we want to accomplish.

David is equally effective in front of juries or judges. He is a deep thinker when it comes to novel issues and a clear speaker when it comes to distilling things for a jury. He also has extensive knowledge about Texas courts and procedure.

David is a very effective oral advocate and has a good rapport in the courtroom. He is a thoughtful strategist who takes client input seriously. David is smart, responsive and talented; he is a pleasure to work with.

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Paige Arnette Amstutz

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Band 2

Paige Arnette Amstutz represents companies in intellectual property litigation, with a focus on patent infringement. She is praised for her skill in trial.

Paige provides unique insights and case strategies.

Paige brings practical advice to every issue.

Paige has a very interesting practice and does an excellent job of getting good results for massive clients.

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Litigation: Trial Lawyers

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Texas: Austin & Surrounds

Litigation: General Commercial

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Stephen McConnico

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Senior Statespeople

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Kennon L Wooten

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Casey Dobson

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David Shank

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Paige Arnette Amstutz

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Members

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Kennon L Wooten

Paige Arnette Amstutz

Stephen McConnico