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James H. Kizziar, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. James H. practices law in San Antonio, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized James H. Kizziar, Jr. since 2003. 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 James H. Kizziar, Jr. is he...

Porter Corrigan provides family law clients with essential insights gained from his work with two federal judges at the district and appellate court levels. His work in a variety of cases has earned Porter the respect of both clients and colleagues, in addition to helping him earn honors on the Texas Rising Stars (2010-2012, 2014-2019) and Texas Super Lawyers (2021, 2023-2024) listings published by Thomson Reuters and selection to San Antonio’s Top Attorneys and San Antonio Rising Stars...

Philip G. Bernal is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Philip G. practices law in San Antonio, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Philip G. Bernal since 2011. 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 Philip G. Bernal is held by other lawyers.

Sam H. Lock is a San Antonio criminal defense attorney who has been recognized by Best Lawyers since 2019 in Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, and DUI/DWI Defense. With more than 25 years of legal experience, he represents clients facing a broad range of state and federal criminal charges, including DWI, drug offenses, white-collar crimes, weapons charges, sex offenses, homicide, internet crimes, asset forfeiture, and human or alien smuggling allegations. Mr....

Stephanie O’Rourke is a member of the firm’s litigation practice group and manages the firm’s San Antonio office. Her practice focuses on the representation of general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers in construction disputes as well as businesses in complex disputes. She has a wealth of experience in litigation, and she is consistently asked to present at workshops and seminars regarding her expertise on contracts, liens and bonds. Stephanie’s expertise in c...

Evan Patterson practices civil litigation, focusing primarily on personal injury defense in commercial transportation and products/premises liability cases. Prior to joining Naman Howell, Evan worked as an Assistant District Attorney at the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office, where he prosecuted all manner of cases including DWIs, fraud cases, murders, and just about everything else in between. While representing Bexar County, Evan tried over 25 cases to verdict. Apart from his cou...

Michael Gavito knows the tactics and strategies of defense lawyers from the inside, having spent his early career working for Texas defense law firms litigating, among other types of cases, construction defect claims made by a variety of Texas businesses and civic entities. Now representing property owners, both public and private, Mr. Gavito uses his experience to anticipate defense strategies and minimize or defeat their efforts to delay, deny or otherwise deprive his clients of full and fa...

Charla Davies, a partner at Goranson Bain Ausley’s San Antonio office, is recognized for her client-centered approach and dedication to guiding families through complex legal matters—including divorce, child custody, child support, and enforcement of court orders. She is known for her compassion, integrity, and commitment to constructive solutions. Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Charla empowers clients to reach resolutions that prioritize...

Michael Raphael Cowen is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Michael Raphael practices law in San Antonio, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Michael Raphael Cowen 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 Michael Raphael Cowen is held by other lawyers.

Leslie Selig Byrd is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Leslie Selig practices law in San Antonio, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Leslie Selig Byrd since 2006. 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 Leslie Selig Byrd is held by ot...