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Tony Buzbee is a trial lawyer and the founder of The Buzbee Law Firm in Houston, Texas. His background as a former Marine Corps officer and his years in high-stakes litigation have shaped his approach to representing clients in complex legal matters, including Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs . Drawing from the discipline, preparation, and leadership developed during his military service, Tony Buzbee has built a practice focused on courtroom advocacy and strategic case preparation. Bef...

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...

Seth R. Belzley is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law, Energy Law, Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Seth R. practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Seth R. Belzley 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 Seth R. Belzley is held by othe...

Melanie R. Cheairs is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Melanie R. practices law in Houston, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Melanie R. Cheairs 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 Melanie R. Cheairs is held by other lawyers.

Chad Dick is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Chad practices law in Houston, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Chad Dick 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 Chad Dick is held by other lawyers.

PHILIP H. HILDER was formerly the attorney-in-charge of the Houston Field Office of the United States Department of Justice, Organized Crime Strike Force. Prior to his appointment as a special attorney with the Justice Department, Mr. Hilder was an assistant United States attorney in the Southern District of Texas with the Presidential Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force. Since leaving government service, Mr. Hilder has practiced in the area of white collar criminal defense, internal ...

Bret Rycroft is a shareholder with the law firm of Andrews Myers, P.C. Bret represents a wide range of clients in business disputes in state and federal courts across Texas. His goal is to find creative, practical and value-driven solutions to the complex issues his clients face. Bret has successfully represented clients in matters related to breach of contract, business-related tort matters, employment disputes, personal injury claims, construction defect claims, and enforcement of non-compe...

Alexis C. Knapp is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Labor and Employment. Alexis C. practices law in Houston, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Alexis C. Knapp since 2021. 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 Alexis C. Knapp is held by other lawyers.

Jessica Guobadia is a litigation attorney and mediator with Kean Miller in Houston, Texas, representing individuals and families in matters involving Elder Law, Trusts and Estates , and Litigation related to trusts and estates. Her practice focuses on guardianship, probate, and mental health commitment proceedings, where she works closely with clients to protect individual rights while helping families and caregivers navigate emotionally complex legal processes. Jessica regularly handles prob...

Scott Fletcher is one of the leading securities litigation and enforcement attorneys in the country. He represents institutions and individuals in securities, commercial, and bankruptcy litigation; government enforcement actions; and internal investigations. Before forming his own firm, Scott was co-head of the securities litigation and enforcement groups at Jones Day and at Vinson & Elkins. For more than 30 years he has represented clients in matters ranging from routine securities litig...