Ranking tables
Corporate/M&A | USA
Texas
Rankings overview for Lawyers
Senior Statespeople
Eminent Practitioners
Star Individuals
Band 1
Band 2
Band 3
- Alain A Dermarkar A&O Shearman6 Years Ranked
- Bill Swanstrom Troutman Pepper Locke LLP19 Years Ranked
- Cliff W Vrielink Sidley Austin LLP9 Years Ranked
- David Buck Sidley Austin LLP17 Years Ranked
- Don M Glendenning Troutman Pepper Locke LLP17 Years Ranked
- Hillary H. Holmes Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP13 Years Ranked
- John Pitts Kirkland & Ellis LLP10 Years Ranked
- Samantha Crispin Baker Botts L.L.P.5 Years Ranked
- Tull Florey Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP8 Years Ranked
Band 4
- A Michael Hainsfurther Munsch Hardt Kopf & Harr, PC16 Years Ranked
- Anthony Speier Kirkland & Ellis LLP13 Years Ranked
- Debbie Yee Kirkland & Ellis LLP5 Years Ranked
- Douglas E McWilliams Vinson & Elkins LLP12 Years Ranked
- Eric Otness Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates5 Years Ranked
- James Griffin Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP8 Years Ranked
- Lyle G Ganske Jones Day23 Years Ranked
- M. Breen Haire Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP9 Years Ranked
- Mark S Solomon Katten8 Years Ranked
- Thomas Yang Akin5 Years Ranked
Band 5
- Adam D Larson Kirkland & Ellis LLP5 Years Ranked
- Alan Perkins Foley & Lardner LLP14 Years Ranked
- Archie Fallon Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP4 Years Ranked
- Chris Converse Foley & Lardner LLP8 Years Ranked
- Doug Bacon Kirkland & Ellis LLP1 Years Ranked
- Gary Miller BoyarMiller2 Years Ranked
- James Cowen Porter Hedges LLP2 Years Ranked
- Jeffrey A Schlegel Jones Day7 Years Ranked
- Jeremiah Mayfield Holland & Knight LLP2 Years Ranked
- Joanna Jung-Erh Lin McDermott Will & Emery LLP3 Years Ranked
- Joe Perillo Troutman Pepper Locke LLP4 Years Ranked
- Jonathan B Newton King & Spalding LLP5 Years Ranked
- Larry L. Shosid Haynes and Boone, LLP4 Years Ranked
- Lytch T Gutmann Bracewell LLP5 Years Ranked
- Michael De Voe Piazza Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP9 Years Ranked
- Richard Dahlson Jackson Walker LLP12 Years Ranked
- Robert Hughes Vinson & Elkins LLP2 Years Ranked
- Robert L Kimball Vinson & Elkins LLP19 Years Ranked
- Wesley Williams Akin2 Years Ranked
- Wilson Chu McDermott Will & Emery LLP8 Years Ranked
Up and Coming
All Lawyers profiles
Senior Statespeople
S Michael BooneHaynes and Boone, LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Senior Statespeople | 23 Years RankedMichael Boone has a long-standing corporate practice and is highly experienced across the full spectrum of transactional work.S Neel LemonBaker Botts L.L.P. | Corporate/M&A2025 | Senior Statespeople | 19 Years RankedSenior statesperson Neel Lemon represents a broad range of clients in public and private M&A transactions. He often acts for energy and retail clients.S R Scott CohenA&O Shearman | Corporate/M&A2025 | Senior Statespeople | 23 Years RankedSenior statesperson Scott Cohen earns plaudits for his abilities in corporate transactions. He works with clients in a range of sectors, including manufacturing, energy and aerospace.
S T Mark KellyVinson & Elkins LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Senior Statespeople | 23 Years RankedSenior statesperson Mark Kelly is well versed in a host of corporate matters and M&A.
S William N Finnegan IVLatham & Watkins LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Senior Statespeople | 21 Years RankedWilliam Finnegan is a go-to practitioner for a number of corporate transactions, including joint ventures and M&A. He has extensive experience advising on energy-related MLPs.
Eminent Practitioners
E Andrew CalderKirkland & Ellis LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Eminent Practitioners | 12 Years RankedAndrew Calder is well regarded for his strong energy-centric M&A practice. He is expert in handling private equity deals.
E Keith FullenweiderVinson & Elkins LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Eminent Practitioners | 17 Years RankedKeith Fullenweider is chair of Vinson & Elkins LLP. His leading transactional practice sees him regularly work with the foremost private equity firms.
Star Individuals
- Jeffrey A ChapmanGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Star Individuals | 20 Years RankedJeffrey Chapman is a preeminent figure in the Texas market. He has considerable corporate experience in energy, manufacturing and telecommunications, among other sectors.
Band 1
1 Michael O'LearyHunton Andrews Kurth LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 1 | 23 Years RankedMichael O'Leary is expert in an array of corporate transactions, from M&A to securities offerings. He primarily works on deals in the energy sector.1 Sean T WheelerKirkland & Ellis LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 1 | 13 Years RankedSean Wheeler is a leading practitioner noted for his strength across the full spectrum of transactional matters. He is particularly adept at representing clients in the energy sector.
Band 2
2 Lande SpottswoodVinson & Elkins LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 2 | 11 Years RankedLande Spottswood is noted for her capabilities handling transactions involving energy, natural resources and industrial clients.
2 Robert B LittleGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 2 | 13 Years RankedRobert Little advises on a wide variety of corporate transactions, with particular strength in M&A. He often works with private equity firms.2 Ryan MaiersonLatham & Watkins LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedRyan Maierson is a key partner in the team who handles sophisticated, high-value M&A and financing deals. He has further expertise in capital markets and IPOs, SPAC transactions and corporate governance.
2 Stephen GillSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 2 | 8 Years RankedStephen Gill of Skadden typically handles sophisticated high-profile public company M&A.
2 W Matthew StrockVinson & Elkins LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 2 | 10 Years RankedMatthew Strock is best known for his work with private equity firms and their portfolio companies on transactional matters.
Band 3
3 Alain A DermarkarA&O Shearman | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedAlain Dermarkar is a talent in the Texas corporate market, demonstrating particular strength in M&A. He possesses expertise across a broad range of industries, including life sciences and professional services.
3 Bill SwanstromTroutman Pepper Locke LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 3 | 19 Years RankedBill Swanstrom routinely advises on a host of corporate issues and M&A. He is particularly noted for his expertise in energy transactions.
3 Cliff W VrielinkSidley Austin LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 3 | 9 Years RankedCliff Vrielink is widely acknowledged for his corporate practice, which often sees him act in the energy sector. He has strong skills in private equity transactions.
3 David BuckSidley Austin LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 3 | 17 Years RankedDavid Buck is recommended for his strength in joint ventures and M&A work. He also handles capital markets deals.3 Don M GlendenningTroutman Pepper Locke LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 3 | 17 Years RankedDon Glendenning demonstrates significant strength in acquisitions and dispositions, among other transactions.3 Hillary H. HolmesGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 3 | 13 Years RankedHillary Holmes is active on M&A matters and regularly handles energy-related work. She has further expertise in capital markets deals.3 John PittsKirkland & Ellis LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedJohn Pitts handles a variety of complex transactions including M&A and private equity. He has a particularly strong practice in energy deals.3 Samantha CrispinBaker Botts L.L.P. | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedSamantha Crispin represents a range of corporate clients in M&A and private equity transactions. She often works with clients in the communication sector.3 Tull FloreyGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 3 | 8 Years RankedTull Florey specializes in M&A deals in the energy sector. His expertise covers issues such as M&A and joint ventures.
Band 4
4 A Michael HainsfurtherMunsch Hardt Kopf & Harr, PC | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 4 | 16 Years RankedMichael Hainsfurther has over 35 years of experience in the field. He acts across industries on M&A and joint ventures.
4 Anthony SpeierKirkland & Ellis LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 4 | 13 Years RankedAnthony Speier has strong skills when it comes to advising on transactions involving upstream oil and gas clients. His expertise spans M&A, joint ventures and energy projects, among other matters.4 Debbie YeeKirkland & Ellis LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedDebbie Yee is recognized for her sophisticated M&A practice. She frequently advises leading energy clients on high-value transactions.4 Douglas E McWilliamsVinson & Elkins LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 4 | 12 Years RankedDouglas McWilliams is based in the firm's Houston office and handles a range of transactional work. He is particularly noted for his work on mergers, acquisitions and capital markets.
4 Eric OtnessSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedEric Otness of Skadden is the head of the M&A group in the firm's Houston office. He is noted for his representation of public and private companies and private equity firms in a range of transactions.
4 James GriffinWeil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 4 | 8 Years RankedJames Griffin counsels clients on complex deals such as M&A. He often works with public companies, among other clients.4 Lyle G GanskeJones Day | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 4 | 23 Years RankedLyle Ganske has attained a sterling reputation for his abilities in complex corporate transactional matters, born out of his excellent track record advising corporate clients on complex, high-value M&A.4 M. Breen HaireSimpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 4 | 9 Years RankedBreen Haire demonstrates capabilities across a range of corporate transactions, most notably in sophisticated M&A. He typically acts within the energy sector.4 Mark S SolomonKatten | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 4 | 8 Years RankedMark Solomon is managing partner of Katten's Dallas office. He handles key mandates in the corporate space for both public company and private clients.4 Thomas YangAkin | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedThomas Yang works on a range of transactional matters, including M&A. He regularly handles deals in the technology sector.
Band 5
5 Adam D LarsonKirkland & Ellis LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedAdam Larson often works on acquisitions, dispositions and joint ventures. He has strong capabilities in private equity deals.5 Alan PerkinsFoley & Lardner LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 14 Years RankedAlan Perkins works on corporate and securities matters. His client base includes public companies and private equity funds.5 Archie FallonWillkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedArchie Fallon is managing partner of the firm’s Houston office and co-chair of the project finance and investment practice group. He offers clients notable M&A and joint venture expertise in the fields of energy, transportation and infrastructure.
5 Chris ConverseFoley & Lardner LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 8 Years RankedChris Converse often works on high-value deals. He regularly advises on private equity transactions.5 Doug BaconKirkland & Ellis LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedDoug Bacon is a notable corporate practitioner with extensive experience advising on complex M&A. He splits his time between the Houston and New York offices of Kirkland & Ellis.
5 Gary MillerBoyarMiller | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedGary Miller advises clients on complex corporate transactional and financing matters, with expertise across a broad range of industries including energy and financial services.5 James CowenPorter Hedges LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedJames Cowen is co-managing partner of Porter Hedges LLP. He advises a broad range of clients on M&A and corporate governance matters.5 Jeffrey A SchlegelJones Day | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 7 Years RankedJeffrey Schlegel has a wealth of experience assisting clients with domestic and cross-border transactions. He heads the firm's global energy practice.
5 Jeremiah MayfieldHolland & Knight LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedJeremiah Mayfield is recognized for his sophisticated transactional practice, with expertise in M&A, joint ventures and private equity. He serves as the practice group leader for the Texas corporate, M&A and securities group.5 Joanna Jung-Erh LinMcDermott Will & Emery LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedJoanna Jung-Erh Lin is recognized for her broad corporate practice, which sees her represent clients in the technology and life sciences spaces.5 Joe PerilloTroutman Pepper Locke LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedJoe Perillo is an experienced M&A practitioner who is able to assist both private and public companies on a range corporate transactions.
5 Jonathan B NewtonKing & Spalding LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedJonathan Newton advises clients on the full gamut of corporate matters, including M&A, joint ventures and governance matters.5 Larry L. ShosidHaynes and Boone, LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedLarry Shosid is an experienced M&A attorney with a strong energy and real estate practice.5 Lytch T GutmannBracewell LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedLytch Gutmann is an established practitioner who counsels clients on complex corporate transactions.
5 Michael De Voe PiazzaGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 9 Years RankedMichael De Voe Piazza co-chairs the private equity practice at the firm and offers considerable transactional strengths, regularly handling M&A, investment and joint venture matters. He has notable expertise in the energy sector.
5 Richard DahlsonJackson Walker LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 12 Years RankedRichard Dahlson is noted for his capabilities in complex transactions, including M&A. He regularly handles cross-border deals.5 Robert HughesVinson & Elkins LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedRobert Hughes is proficient at advising private and public companies, in addition to private equity firms, on a variety of transactions. This includes assisting with M&A and joint ventures.
5 Robert L KimballVinson & Elkins LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 19 Years RankedRobert Kimball advises on a host of corporate matters including securities, M&A and governance issues.5 Wesley WilliamsAkin | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedWesley Williams is recognized for his sophisticated practice advising private equity and corporate clients on a broad array of transactional matters.5 Wilson ChuMcDermott Will & Emery LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Band 5 | 8 Years RankedWilson Chu is capable of handling a range of different strategic transactions including M&A and joint ventures. He is based in the firm's Dallas office.
Up and Coming
U Matthew OlsonWinston & Strawn LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Up and Coming | 5 Years RankedMatthew Olson works on a range of matters including private equity transactions.U Robert J CardoneA&O Shearman | Corporate/M&A2025 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedRobert Cardone is recognized as an up-and-coming force in the Texas market. His practice includes sophisticated public and private M&A and private equity transactions.
U Travis L. JohnsonBoyarMiller | Corporate/M&A2025 | Up and Coming | 5 Years RankedTravis Johnson handles transactions such as acquisitions and dispositions for a diverse range of clients.
Associates to watch
- Jet A McguireBoyarMiller | Corporate/M&A2025 | Associates to watch | 1 Years Ranked
Jet McGuire regularly assists clients on a range of complex corporate matters including M&A and corporate governance.
- Tara McElhineyMorgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP | Corporate/M&A2025 | Associates to watch | 2 Years Ranked
Tara McElhiney is praised by clients for her excellent work on complex M&A transactions. She is recognized as an associate-to-watch.