USA Guide 2026 : Texas
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Vinson & Elkins comes highly recommended for its appellate expertise and is well placed to assist in all manner of commercial disputes, with the ability to advise on energy, product liability and financial services appeals. It also offers noteworthy expertise in defending First Amendment claims. The firm has offices in the Texas cities of Austin, Dallas and Houston.
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Vinson & Elkins successfully represented HeartBrand Holdings and American Akaushi Association before the Fourteenth Court of Appeals in an appeal of a $28 million judgment in a breach of contract and fraud case.
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Vinson & Elkins' appellate team is excellent.
Vinson & Elkins' attorneys are professional, bright and detail-oriented practitioners.
Vinson & Elkins is incredibly responsive, strategic and a pleasure to work with.
Vinson & Elkins has a deep bench, is very responsive and collaborative.
Vinson & Elkins has done an excellent job at taking the lead on appellate issues. The team is very responsive and organized. It provides excellent understanding and legal research of relevant issues.
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Michael is a joy to have on any team. He is thoughtful, practical and always a team player.
Michael is a smart and sophisticated appellate lawyer who is methodical and very prepared.
Michael is terrific to work with and likes to be involved in a case, which is very valuable to us. He's always up to speed, ensuring he's a subject matter expert. This really enhances his abilities. He is extraordinary when it comes to oral hearings and arguments, and he is fantastic on his feet. He is also a phenomenal writer.
Michael is level-headed, smart, thorough and effective.
Michael is incredibly responsive, strategic and a pleasure to work with.
Litigation: Appellate
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