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Marshall Thompson was born in Corpus Christi but has called Austin home for more than ten years. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Austin and went on to graduate with honors from The University of Texas School of Law. Marshall dedicates the majority of his practice to family law. He has handled all varieties of family law matters including divorce, child custody, paternity, child support, protective orders, post-divorce modifications and enforcements, termin...

Lianna Garza Smith is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Lianna Garza practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Lianna Garza Smith 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 Lianna Garza Smith is held by other lawyers.

Casey L. Dobson represents individuals, business entities, professionals, insurers and governmental entities in complex commercial litigation. His areas of emphasis include securities fraud, construction law, governmental entity litigation, professional malpractice defense and litigation related to real estate development. He is hired frequently to take over representation of a client in a case when it is only months or even weeks before trial, and also as a negotiator to instigate or take ov...

With more than 35 years of experience in the representation of motor vehicle manufacturers and distributors, Buddy has seen the economic expansions and retractions of the motor vehicle industry as well as the continual evolving nature of the law and business aspects of motor vehicle distribution at the wholesale and retail levels. While litigation may be necessary, Buddy strives to explore practical solutions that lead to a resolution in disputes that arise between parties. Buddy is based in ...

With more than 25 years of experience, Jill Cronin advises clients on trademark law, social media issues, insurance coverage matters, and complex commercial disputes. Her practice combines intellectual property strategy with extensive litigation and insurance experience, allowing her to counsel clients through both day-to-day brand protection and high-stakes business challenges. Jill’s trademark practice focuses on trademark prosecution, enforcement, and brand protection strategies. She...

Stephen R. Butter, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Corporate Law and Venture Capital Law. Stephen R. practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Stephen R. Butter, Jr. 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 Stephen R. Butter, Jr....

Angelica Rolong Cormier is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and a partner at Goranson Bain Ausley in Austin. With over 12 years practicing exclusively in family law, Angelica has been named a Leading Attorney in Doyle's Guide Leading Family, Matrimonial & Divorce Lawyers in Austin (2026), recognized in Best Lawyers in America for Family Law (2024–2026) and previously in Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch (Family Law, 2021–2023), sel...

M. Craig Tyler is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Intellectual Property, Litigation - Patent and Patent Law. M. Craig practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized M. Craig Tyler 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 M. Craig Tyler is held by other lawyers.

Santosh Aravind is a trial and appellate lawyer at Scott Douglass & McConnico LLP in Austin, Texas. A former federal prosecutor, he represents individuals and companies in white-collar criminal investigations, regulatory enforcement proceedings, cybersecurity matters, and complex commercial litigation. His practice includes matters involving the Securities and Exchange Commission, the United States Department of Justice, the Texas Attorney General, the Massachusetts Attorney General&rsquo...

Jennifer Claymon is Managing Partner at the newly-created Austin law firm of Reed, Claymon, Meeker & Hargett, PLLC. Jennifer specializes in health and employment law, representing everything from large hospitals to small businesses. She has practiced health law in Texas since 1998 and is Board Certified in Health Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Jennifer’s practice focuses on administrative and health law related to hospitals, physicians and other health care provider...