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Doug Rees has an extensive trial practice with an emphasis in construction law and insurance litigation matters. He represents clients before state and federal courts as well as in arbitration proceedings and before disciplinary and licensing boards and advises clients in all aspects of their business. Doug represents general contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, including architects and engineers, insurance carriers, businesses and individuals. He advises and defends clients in ...

Brad Dowell’s practice focuses primarily on personal injury, general litigation, and labor and employment matters. Over his career, he has tried or arbitrated cases involving alleged violation of collective bargaining agreements, breach of distribution agreements, wrongful termination, alleged employment discrimination and retaliation, as well as numerous personal injury matters ranging from slip and fall cases to alleged negligent security. Following his graduation from Baylor Universi...

A zealous advocate for those involved in personal injury litigation and complex business disputes, Stephen Higdon is not afraid to stand up for clients. Anytime. Anywhere. That confidence is firmly rooted in his extensive courtroom experience where he has handled a wide range of civil litigation at both the trial and appellate levels. Stephen started his legal career clerking for the Honorable Michael H. Schneider in the Eastern District of Texas, where he was responsible for hundreds of comp...

Kristen Carr is a Senior Associate in Varghese Summersett’s Family Law Division, where she represents clients in divorce, child custody, property division, adoption, and other complex family law matters. Having handled hundreds of family law cases, Kristen has extensive experience navigating matters through negotiation, mediation, and trial. She combines a thoughtful, client-centered approach with strong courtroom advocacy, tailoring her strategy to each family’s unique circumstan...

John J. Kappel is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. John J. practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized John J. Kappel since 2027. 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 J. Kappel is held by other lawyers.

Chad Walker is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Intellectual Property and Patent Law. Chad practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Chad Walker since 2025. 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 Chad Walker is held by other lawyers.

Manuel G. Berrelez is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Manuel G. practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Manuel G. Berrelez since 2023. 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 Manuel G. Berrelez is held by other lawyers.

Kyle helps clients in the financial services industry navigate risk and solve problems. He advises banks, lenders, loan servicers, and securities firms regarding their legal obligations, and then he advocates for their interests when disputes arise. Because of his keen judgment and informed perspective, clients trust Kyle for the real-world advice they need to solve their problems. Kyle’s versatility allows him to perform a wide range of different roles and tasks effectively. From disti...

Jamie Brod Ashton is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employment Law - Management. Jamie Brod practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Jamie Brod Ashton since 2027. 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 Jamie Brod Ashton is held by other lawyers.

Will Snyder’s practice focuses on business litigation disputes in which he represents plaintiffs and defendants in matters tried in state and federal courts (including bankruptcy courts) or in arbitrated matters. He represents clients in matters related to breach-of-contract claims, breach-of-fiduciary-duty claims, business torts (including securities fraud and other transactional fraud), claims arising from disputes between partners or LLC members or from mergers and acquisitions, lega...