Ranking tables
USA Texas Litigation: Appellate
Band 2
- Locke Lord LLP
- Vinson & Elkins LLP
- Beck Redden LLP
Senior Statespeople
- Lynne Liberato Haynes and Boone, LLP
- Mike A Hatchell Haynes and Boone, LLP
- Harriet O'NeillLaw Office of Harriet O'Neill
- Pamela BaronThe Law Office of Pamela Baron
- Thomas S LeatherburyThomas S. Leatherbury Law, PLLC
Star Individuals
Band 1
- Allyson N Ho Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
- Douglas W Alexander Alexander Dubose & Jefferson LLP
- Macey Reasoner Stokes Baker Botts L.L.P.
- Marie Yeates Vinson & Elkins LLP
- Reagan Simpson Yetter Coleman LLP
- Thomas R Phillips Baker Botts L.L.P.
- Wallace B Jefferson Alexander Dubose & Jefferson LLP
- Warren W Harris Bracewell LLP
- David M GunnBeck Redden LLP
Band 2
- Aaron Streett Baker Botts L.L.P.
- Anne Johnson Tillotson Johnson & Patton
- Connie Pfeiffer Yetter Coleman LLP
- Dale Wainwright Greenberg Traurig, LLP
- Jane Webre Scott Douglass & McConnico LLP
- Kevin Dubose Alexander Dubose & Jefferson LLP
- Marcy Hogan Greer Alexander Dubose & Jefferson LLP
- Mark Trachtenberg Haynes and Boone, LLP
- Roger Townsend Cokinos | Young
- Scott A Brister Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
- Lisa HobbsKuhn Hobbs PLLC
- Russell PostBeck Redden LLP
Band 3
- Ben Mesches Haynes and Boone, LLP
- Charles R Watson Greenberg Traurig, LLP
- Cynthia Timms Locke Lord LLP
- Daniel L Geyser Haynes and Boone, LLP
- Karen S Precella Haynes and Boone, LLP
- Kent Rutter Haynes and Boone, LLP
- P Michael Jung Clark Hill
- Rachel Ekery Alexander Dubose & Jefferson LLP
- Robert Dubose Alexander Dubose & Jefferson LLP
- Scott A Keller Lehotsky Keller Cohn LLP
- Scott Hastings Locke Lord LLP
- Thomas Wright Wright Close & Barger, LLP
- Jeffrey S LevingerLevinger PC
Band 4
- Amy Warr Alexander Dubose & Jefferson LLP
- Charles Frazier Alexander Dubose & Jefferson LLP
- Chris Dove Locke Lord LLP
- Dana Livingston Cokinos | Young
- David Coale Lynn Pinker Hurst & Schwegmann, LLP
- Heidi Bloch Greenberg Traurig, LLP
- Jennifer Caughey Jackson Walker LLP
- Jessica Barger Wright Close & Barger, LLP
- Kendyl Hanks Greenberg Traurig, LLP
- Kirsten M. Castañeda Alexander Dubose & Jefferson LLP
- Kyle D Hawkins Lehotsky Keller Cohn LLP
- Lauren Harris Porter Hedges LLP
- Michael Heidler Vinson & Elkins LLP
- Michelle Stratton Smyser Kaplan & Veselka LLP
- Susan Kidwell Locke Lord LLP
- Wanda McKee Fowler Wright Close & Barger, LLP
- William Peterson Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
Up and Coming
- Amanda Taylor Butler Snow LLP
- Andrew Gould Arnold & Itkin LLP
- Polly Fohn Haynes and Boone, LLP
- Stephanie Cagniart Baker Botts L.L.P.
- Melanie L. FryDykema Gossett PLLC
Band 1
1 Alexander Dubose & Jefferson LLPLitigation: Appellate2023 | Band 1 |Alexander Dubose & Jefferson LLP is a leading appellate boutique boasting a deep bench of experienced counsel. The firm is regularly called upon to represent clients in high-stakes matters in state and federal courts. It offers expertise in a diverse array of sectors, including energy, financial services, pharmaceutical and education. The team attracts particular praise for its handling of cases in the Texas Supreme Court.1 Baker Botts L.L.P.Litigation: Appellate2023 | Band 1 |Baker Botts houses a strong bench of appellate experts who are well positioned to act for clients across both state and federal courts. Practicing from offices in Austin, Dallas and Houston, the group offers statewide expertise and coverage. The firm regularly acts for an impressive roster of corporate clients, with particular expertise in advising those in the energy sector.1 Haynes and Boone, LLPLitigation: Appellate2023 | Band 1 |Haynes and Boone remains a destination appellate practice, highlighted for its expertise in representing leading corporate clients in complex appeals, regularly advising on financial services, product liability and energy-related appeals. Its deep bench is well equipped to advise on matters before the Texas Supreme Court, as well as other state and federal courts.
Band 2
2 Locke Lord LLPLitigation: Appellate2023 | Band 2 |Locke Lord LLP continues to be regarded as a go-to appellate firm. On top of its deep knowledge of the Texas appellate courtrooms, it is able to adeptly represent clients in a broad array of federal disputes. The firm is well known for its expertise in advising on energy-specific appeals, particularly those involving oil and gas litigation.2 Vinson & Elkins LLPLitigation: Appellate2023 | Band 2 |Vinson & Elkins LLP 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.
Band 3
3 Bracewell LLPLitigation: Appellate2023 | Band 3 |Bracewell LLP represented Apache against Apollo Exploration in the Texas Supreme Court in a case involving alleged potential damages of over $1.1 billion relating to certain purchase and sale agreements, mineral leases and mutual interest agreements concerning properties located in four Texas counties in the Permian Basin.3 Cokinos | YoungLitigation: Appellate2023 | Band 3 |Cokinos | Young enjoys a robust reputation for its credentials in appellate disputes, with clients benefiting from a growing team of appeals specialists spread across its extensive office network in Texas. The firm offers considerable experience in both federal and state litigation in a broad array of commercial disputes, including notable expertise in energy matters.3 Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLPLitigation: Appellate2023 | Band 3 |Gibson Dunn & Crutcher LLP is a nationally recognized appellate practice, well known for its litigation prowess and deep institutional knowledge and expertise in appellate disputes. With offices in Houston and Dallas, it regularly acts for clients in courts across the state. Its enviable client roster includes energy, healthcare and technology giants, among other leading corporates.3 Greenberg Traurig, LLPLitigation: Appellate2023 | Band 3 |Greenberg Traurig, PA is a trusted appellate practice offering statewide coverage. From its offices in Austin, Dallas and Houston, it represents clients in bet-the-company appeals in state and federal courtrooms. As well as housing a deep bench of experts, the firm is home to former Texas Supreme Court Justice Dale Wainwright.3 Lehotsky Keller Cohn LLPLitigation: Appellate2023 | Band 3 |Lehotsky Keller LLP is a national litigation boutique whose Austin-based team boasts several experienced appellate practitioners. The firm has an enviable list of corporate and public clients, including prominent industry associations, governmental and other organizations. The team has a number of Texas Supreme Court and US Supreme Court appearances under its belt.3 Wright Close & Barger, LLPLitigation: Appellate2023 | Band 3 |Wright Close & Barger, LLP is a respected litigation boutique with a strong track record before state and federal appeals courts. The firm offers expertise in a wide range of claims, including personal injury, insurance, intellectual property and product liability.3 Yetter Coleman LLPLitigation: Appellate2023 | Band 3 |Yetter Coleman LLP is a well-known Houston litigation boutique with expertise in advising clients on high-stakes appeals. Its experience includes disputes within the natural resources, technology and financial services sectors. The firm is equally adept when acting in both state and federal courts.