Daniel Bell-Garcia

Lou Pirkey is a founding partner of trademark specialty firm Pirkey Barber. Lou Pirkey has specialized in trademark law, primarily trademark infringement litigation and counseling, for well over 40 years, and is one of America’s most highly recognized authorities in the field. He was heralded as "legend of the field" in the 2014 World Trademark Review 1000 ind in 2012 as a "a groundbreaking trademark lawyer undoubtedly practicing at the highest level.” Chambers USA guide to Americ...

Christopher M. Clough is a Managing Partner at Barron Adler Clough & Oddo PLLC in Austin, Texas, where he focuses his practice on eminent domain and condemnation law , land use disputes, and complex property rights matters throughout Texas. Since joining the firm in 2008, Mr. Clough has represented property owners, businesses, developers, and institutional clients in high-stakes condemnation proceedings involving transportation projects, public infrastructure, and commercial development. ...

Austin is a first-chair trial lawyer who represents plaintiffs and defendants in high-stakes commercial litigation across Texas and around the country. A generalist by choice, Mr. Krist handles litigation across a broad array of industries and subject matters, in cases involving contractual disputes, fraud, business divorces, breaches of fiduciary duty, and trade secret misappropriation. In addition to his trial work, he also frequently handles appeals. Mr. Krist takes particular pride in his...

José De la Fuente is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Environmental. José practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized José De la Fuente 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 José De la Fuente is held by other lawyers.

Laura P. Irani is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. Laura P. practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Laura P. Irani since 2016. 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 Laura P. Irani is held by other lawyers.

Cindy Saiter is a litigation attorney with Scott Douglass & McConnico LLP in Austin, Texas. Her practice focuses on complex commercial litigation and litigation involving trusts and estates, including disputes related to fiduciary duties, probate matters, officer and director liability, and legal malpractice defense. Cindy represents individuals, businesses, and companies in Austin’s technology and emerging growth sectors in matters involving fraud claims, breach of licensing agreem...

David J. Klein is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Administrative / Regulatory Law. David J. practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized David J. Klein since 2026. 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 David J. Klein is held by other lawyers.

Cara Mittleman Kelly is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Real Estate. Cara Mittleman practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Cara Mittleman Kelly 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 Cara Mittleman Kelly is held by other lawyers.

David Shank is a trial lawyer at Scott Douglass & McConnico LLP in Austin, Texas, representing plaintiffs and defendants in complex commercial litigation matters in federal and state courts and in arbitration proceedings across the country. His practice includes disputes involving trade secret misappropriation, securities fraud, class actions, business torts, contract disputes, and matters involving rare and valuable art. David regularly serves as first-chair trial counsel and has substan...

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...