Amanda Grainger

Tonya Meier's practice is focused on resolving commercial disputes and challenges for real estate developers, landowners and a variety of other businesses, particularly in the areas of environmental law, land use, contract and employment disputes, fraud and DTPA violations. She spends the majority of her time advising clients and handling challenging litigation before state and federal courts, government agencies and municipalities throughout Texas. Toni is well-equipped to advise clients and...

Kevin Vela is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law, Gaming Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Kevin practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Kevin Vela since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Kevin Vela is held by other lawyers.

Bruce W. Steckler is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Bruce W. practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Bruce W. Steckler since 2020. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the prof...

Marianne M. Auld is the managing partner of Kelly Hart and the chair of the firm’s Appellate section. She has briefed and argued dozens of appeals in both state and federal courts of appeals. Marianne began her career as a law clerk on the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. Following her clerkship, she joined Kelly Hart as an associate in the firm’s litigation section, where she worked on a wide range of civil matters for clients including governmental entities ...

Amanda A. Williams is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Labor and Employment. Amanda A. practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Amanda A. Williams since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Amanda A. Williams is held by other lawyers.

Ron Chapman, Jr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management, and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Ron, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2010. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ron is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Kate Smith earned her J.D. from Texas Wesleyan University School of Law and later earned her LL.M. from Pepperdine University School of Law. She is skilled in representing a variety of complex legal issues, including planning and zoning, family law, contract disputes, corporate formation, and more. Kate has also received several honors and has been consistently recognized by Super Lawyer Fort Worth Texas Magazine since 2007. In 2014 and 2015, Kate was also nominated as a Texas Super Lawyer &l...

John H. Withers, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Criminal Defense: General Practice and Family Law. John H. practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized John H. Withers, Jr. since 2022. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which John H. Withers, Jr. is held by other lawyers.

Jennifer Stanton Hargrave, J.D., is the founder of Hargrave Family Law, a boutique family law firm based in Dallas, Texas. Her practice is focused exclusively on Family Law, with an emphasis on guiding individuals and families through divorce and related matters with clarity, care, and respect. As a Dallas divorce attorney, Jennifer works closely with clients to help them understand their options and make informed decisions during challenging life transitions. She has built a dedicated legal ...

Philip has a broad base of experience in complex real estate and corporate transactions. In a career spanning four decades, he has represented clients in connection with the acquisition, development, leasing, finance, and sale of a variety of large real estate projects in Texas and throughout the country. Philip regularly advises clients with respect to the formation and operation of development joint ventures and investment partnerships, and general corporate matters. He has negotiated hundr...