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Kyle Sears is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Construction. Kyle practices law in Houston, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Kyle Sears since 2024. 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 Kyle Sears is held by other lawyers.

Tasha Taylor has distinguished herself as a coverage litigation and appellate specialist. Tasha handles insurance coverage and extra-contractual litigation involving a wide array of first- and third-party claims in Texas and nationwide. She advises her clients on resolving and managing complex claims arising out of a variety of policies, including commercial general liability, commercial auto, employer’s liability, control of well, director and officer’ liability, excess and umbre...

Michael Childs is a graduate of Texas A&M University, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Journalism. He received his Juris Doctorate from South Texas College of Law, with a focus on civil litigation. Mr. Childs first came to the firm in 1996 as a law clerk and became an associate in November 1996. He has over fourteen years of extensive experience with complex family matters. As a litigator, his representation has included divorce, disputed property valuations and divisions of pro...

Russell W. Smith is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Construction Law. Russell W. practices law in Houston, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Russell W. Smith 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 Russell W. Smith is held by other lawyers.

Emily B. Taylor’s work is a client-focused practice which includes estate planning & administration, long-term care planning, guardianship, elder law, and probate services for executors, trustees, heirs, and beneficiaries. Through her efforts she is able to prepare clients for the future and simplify the legal and financial challenges their loved ones will face during their time of grieving. She has experience in: Estate planning & administration Disability planning including in...

Richard A. Crow is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Richard A. practices law in Houston, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Richard A. Crow since 2018. 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 Richard A. Crow is held by other lawyers.

Noah Wexler is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Admiralty and Maritime Law, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Noah practices law in Houston, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Noah Wexler since 2018. 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 Noah Wexler is held by ...

Larry D. George is a Houston-based attorney and shareholder at Crain Caton & James. Larry focuses on corporate and tax planning, estate planning, trust structure, and probate law for high-net-worth individuals, multi-generational families, privately owned companies, and charitable organizations. Larry advises clients on wealth preservation, strategic wealth transfers, and minimizing gift and estate tax exposures. Key areas of practice include structuring family limited partnerships (FLPs)...

Serving as Office Managing Partner of Akerman’s Houston office, Scott Marrs is a formidable trial lawyer litigating high profile matters in state and federal courts as well as arbitrations in the United States, South America, the Middle East, and Europe. Scott focuses on legal issues in virtually all aspects of the energy sector, including oil and gas exploration, production, transportation, storage, power, chemical, petrochemical, energy marketing, and well service. He also litigates i...

Katie Custer is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Katie practices law in Houston, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Katie Custer since 2019. 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 Katie Custer is held by other lawyers.