Litigation: General Commercial
USA Guide 2024 : Texas: Dallas, Fort Worth & Surrounds
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Provided by Jackson Walker LLP
Jackson Walker is the “go to” trial firm for clients in complex or "bet-the-company" cases in Texas and across the U.S. Clients often say, “We hire Jackson Walker for the difficult ones.” Their trial attorneys are known for advocacy, judgment, and responsiveness. Listening, understanding and believing in the goals of their clients are the guideposts to delivering results at the courthouse.
Jackson Walker’s trial group is one of the Southwest’s largest, encompassing nearly half of the firm’s 400+ lawyers. Their diverse experience covers multiple industry sectors and specialty practice areas and takes them into courthouses across the Lone Star State, from the major markets of Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Austin and San Antonio to the Rio Grande Valley, East and West Texas, and the Gulf Coast. Their trial practice also spans the U.S., as they have litigated cases in nearly every state in the union.
With a mindset and work ethic that it is a privilege to represent outstanding clients in important cases demanding the best they can offer, Jackson Walker litigation attorneys are known throughout the country.
For more information, visit: https://www.jw.com/practice-areas/litigation/
Chambers Review
Jackson Walker LLP is a renowned Texas firm with experience at every stage of local, national and international litigation. It has notable capabilities in a broad range of litigation, including professional liability and contractual disputes. The firm also handles fraud and breach of fiduciary cases, acting for both claimants and defendants. It also represents clients from a variety of sectors, ranging from energy to agriculture and insurance. With six offices across the state, the firm provides wide-ranging coverage in Texas.
Work Highlights
- Jackson Walker LLP successfully represented Helena Agri-Enterprises before the Texas Supreme Court in a lawsuit alleging that an aerial application of herbicide damaged cotton fields in Mitchell County, Texas.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The lawyers are super responsive. They have a good knowledge of the legal arena in Texas and of the judges."
"Jackson Walker provides excellent client service. All the lawyers are very responsive and knowledgeable."
"They are not only quick to understand the complexity of the case and issues but also develop very effective strategies."
"The lawyers are super responsive. They have a good knowledge of the legal arena in Texas and of the judges."
"Jackson Walker provides excellent client service. All the lawyers are very responsive and knowledgeable."
"They are not only quick to understand the complexity of the case and issues but also develop very effective strategies."
Notable Practitioners
Charles Babcock is a respected litigator with a wealth of trial experience. He offers particular strength in First Amendment litigation.
"Chip has the heft of a real local heavyweight. He is a real industry leader and is very effective for Texas matters."
"He is a legend and a lion of the Bar."
"Chip is a First Amendment guru."
Julia Mann is managing partner of Jackson Walker's San Antonio office and possesses wide-ranging commercial disputes expertise.
"She does a great job with difficult subject matters."
Jeffrey Harvey has a broad litigation practice which includes commercial disputes as well as catastrophic injury and product liability claims.
"Jeffrey is a bottom-line guy - he is practical and well-informed. I enjoy working with him."
"He is a well-respected litigator."
Joshua Romero is noted for his handling of trials and appeals in state and federal courts.
"Joshua is a very creative lawyer. He thinks outside the box and comes up with novel arguments to address issues in complex matters."
"He is very knowledgeable and great with client communication."
"Joshua is professional and a good writer."
Managing partner of Jackson Walker's Austin office Matt Dow is an experienced trial lawyer who is regularly sought out to handle complex commercial disputes.
"Matt is great. He is very experienced and very connected in the Austin legal market, you can can tell judges respect him. He is a great litigator who is focused on business outcomes."
Robert Soza has experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants at trial and on appeal in a wide range of disputes.
"Robert is extremely attuned to his jurisdiction. His background truly lends to our business."
"Robert is multi-talented and multifaceted. His breadth of knowledge is significant and he knows how our business works. He bridges that gap to give us fantastic legal advice."
Stephen Calhoun has a growing reputation for his adept handling of complex commercial disputes.
"Intelligent is the best way to describe Stephen. He is very well versed on the laws and has the unique ability of remaining thorough while being strategic."
Joseph Fischer centers his practice on complex commercial and personal injury litigation for a broad range of notable energy sector clients.
"Tré is highly energetic and good at courtroom litigation. He spans across industries so picks things up quickly and finds angles to lead cases in an effective way."
"He is an awesome litigator and a consummate professional who knows his stuff. He is great at coordinating parties on the defense side in complex litigation with multiple defendants."
Amanda Crouch has experience assisting a broad range of clients in both trials and appeals.
"Amanda is great to work with. Her knowledge and ability to find answers is instrumental to representing us."
"She is strategic, creative and really knows the courts. Amanda gets really good outcomes in court."
Brian Oates is recognized for his adept representation of clients in complex commercial litigation, with particular experience handling contractual disputes.
"Brian is responsive and ensures that our company's questions and needs are met. Brian is a good advocate, enjoyable to work with, and a strategic thinker."
"Brian is bright, responsive and brilliant."
"Brian provides outstanding services and, more importantly, results that exceed expectations."
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Members
Provided by Jackson Walker LLP
Brad Anderson
Breck Harrison
Christopher Bankler
Hugh Tanner
Jeff Gilmore
Joel Glover
Jonathan Neerman
Justin V. Lee
Laura M. Kidd Cordova
Luke Gilman
Marc Fuller
Marilyn Brown
Matthew Swantner
Michael Murtha
Noah Galton
Robert Latham
Ross Forbes
Head of Department
Sarah Patel Pacheco
Scott Wheatley
William Jenkins