Congratulations to Eli Barrish, who has joined Scott Douglass & McConnico as an associate in the firm’s trial practice. Eli began his career in corporate strategy and data analysis for Fortune 500 utility companies.
Scott Douglass & McConnico Welcomes New Counsel
Congratulations to Jason LaFond, who has joined Scott Douglass & McConnico as counsel. He is certified in Civil Appellate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He has represented clients in the Supreme Court of Texas, the Texas appellate courts, and federal appellate courts nationwide.
Seasoned Trial Lawyer Liane Noble Returns to Vinson & Elkins
Noble has significant litigation experience in both the public and private sectors, including jury trials and high-stakes, complex business disputes. On February 26, 2025, Liane Noble returned to Vinson & Elkins as an Austin-based counsel in the firm’s Litigation Practice. Noble will represent clients in complex commercial disputes, breach of contract cases, and business torts in state and federal trial …
Leading Trial Lawyer Scott Cole Joins Reichman Jorgensen Lehman & Feldberg LLP as Managing Partner of Austin Office
AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 26, 2025 — Reichman Jorgensen Lehman & Feldberg LLP (RJLF), a national trial boutique, has announced that Scott Cole, a veteran trial lawyer and patent litigator, has joined the firm as Managing Partner of its Austin office. With three decades of experience in commercial and intellectual property disputes, Cole has tried over 30 cases to verdict and …
Jennifer Freel to Receive Travis County Women Lawyers’ Association Attorney Award for Criminal Justice
Jackson Walker proudly announces that Austin partner Jennifer Freel will be presented with the 2025 Travis County Women Lawyers’ Association Attorney Award for Criminal Justice at the upcoming Annual Grants & Awards Luncheon on Friday, May 2, 2025. Jennifer, a partner in the Investigations & White Collar Defense practice of Jackson Walker’s Austin office, is a former federal prosecutor who …
Luther “Luke” Soules, III Award to Judy Kostura
The Litigation Section of the State Bar of Texas announced that Judy Kostura, an Austin partner at Sorrels Law, is the recipient of the 2025 Luther (Luke) H. Soules Award. This prestigious honor recognizes attorneys who demonstrate excellence in the practice of law, outstanding professionalism, and exemplary service to the bench and bar.
Perkins Coie Expands M&A and Private Equity Practices With Addition of Three Partner Group in Texas
DALLAS AND AUSTIN (February 25, 2025)—Perkins Coie is pleased to announce that Kyle Fox, Richard Dusenbury, and John-Paul (JP) Haskins have joined the firm’s Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Private Equity (PE) practices as partners in Texas. Richard and JP join the firm’s Dallas office, and Kyle joins the Austin office. The group, which comes to Perkins Coie from Greenberg …
Congratulations to Ross Sutherland
Congratulations to Ross Sutherland, who has been named a partner in Austin-based litigation firm Scott Douglass & McConnico. In addition to his oil and gas practice, Ross also handles matters before the Railroad Commission and regularly practices in state court, representing clients in complex commercial litigation matters.
Congratulations to Lauren Ditty
Congratulations to Lauren Ditty, who has been named a partner in Austin-based litigation firm Scott Douglass & McConnico.
Spencer Fane Energy Practice Gains Skilled Attorney in Austin
AUSTIN — Spencer Fane LLP is pleased to announce Wendy K. L. Harvel joined the firm’s Austin office as an of counsel attorney in the Environmental and Energy Law practice groups. Harvel helps clients navigate the intersection of technical, business, and regulatory frameworks within the public utility sector. She boasts extensive experience in matters spanning rate cases; water and electric …