Christopher R. "Chris" Mugica

Marc A. Young is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Construction Law and Litigation - Construction. Marc A. practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Marc A. Young 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 Marc A. Young is held by other lawyers.

A partner of the firm since 2000, Eric Robertson provides compassionate assistance, creative solutions, and honest advice to his clients. Eric’s areas of expertise include divorces involving the valuation and division of complicated assets, drug and alcohol addiction, and mental health issues. His clients include business owners, professionals, and their spouses. He is known for his financial acumen, and for helping individuals in long-term marriages successfully transition to the next ...

Paula K. Lear is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Paula K. practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Paula K. Lear 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 Paula K. Lear is held by other lawyers.

Chris Kirby practices corporate and securities law, including corporate governance and board representation, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, venture capital, and general corporate representation. In addition, Chris provides assistance to ENOCH KEVER’s energy industry clients, such as representing Texas’s largest power generation and electricity retailer in contested cases before the Public Utility Commission of Texas. With a wealth of legislative experience, including ha...

Melanie Plowman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Appellate Practice. Melanie practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Melanie Plowman 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 Melanie Plowman is held by other lawyers.

Karen M. Kennard is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Government Relations Practice. Karen M. practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Karen M. Kennard 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 Karen M. Kennard is held by other lawyers.

Katie Valle’s practice focuses on divorce, complex child-custody and property disputes, and cases involving family violence and substance use. She brings a steady, trauma-informed approach to high-conflict matters. Prior to private practice, Katie served as Family Legal Services Director with Volunteer Legal Services, representing families fleeing violence and substance abuse, and mentoring attorneys new to family law. She currently sits on the Board of Directors for the Austin Bar Asso...

Russell has a multifaceted water law practice, with an emphasis on matters involving land use, water rights and the Endangered Species Act (ESA). His clients are generally landowners, industries, mineral owners and developers seeking to acquire, safeguard, develop or convey water resources. Russ advocates on their behalf before the courts, the Texas Legislature and administrative agencies.Navigating the rules and regulations imposed on landowners by governmental agencies can be a major challe...

Paige Amstutz is an attorney at Scott Douglass & McConnico LLP in Austin, Texas, where she represents businesses, governmental entities, professionals, and individuals in complex litigation matters in state and federal courts. Her practice includes Commercial Litigation, Government Relations Practice, Litigation - Construction, and Litigation - Intellectual Property . Paige represents companies in intellectual property litigation involving claims of patent infringement, copyright infringe...

Stephen E. McConnico is a trial lawyer at Scott Douglass & McConnico LLP in Austin, Texas. He has tried more than 200 cases to jury verdict and represents clients in complex litigation and high-stakes business disputes in state and federal courts. His practice includes Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, and Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants. Steve’s courtroom experience covers a broa...