Karen S Precella

Career

As a dedicated appellate lawyer with over thirty years of experience, Karen Precella has secured favorable rulings in all phases of trial and appellate proceedings—from pre-trial summary judgment to post-verdict motions for judgment notwithstanding the verdict to appeals at the intermediate and supreme court levels. Karen has briefed and argued numerous cases in the Fifth Circuit and Texas appellate courts. She understands that an appellate practice involves not only an in-depth knowledge and respect of the law but also working together with the trial team to get the best results for the client.

Karen was board certified in civil appellate law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in 1996, after five years of practice. She is recognized in Texas appellate litigation by Chambers USA (Chambers and Partners) (in a Chambers USA recognized Texas appellate litigation practice group), listed in The Best Lawyers in America, and a member of the American Law Institute and College of the State Bar of Texas.