David M. "Dave" Evans

Philip G. Bernal is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Philip G., who practices law in San Antonio, Texas, has been recognized since 2011. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Philip G. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Gerald “Gerry” Harris Goldstein is a nationally known and respected defense lawyer and Past President of both the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.He is a fellow in the American Board of Criminal Lawyers, American College of Trial Lawyers and the International Academy of Trial Lawyers. He has served as an adjunct professor of law at University of Texas School of Law in Austin and at St. Mary’s University Scho...

Merritt Clements practices all aspects of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, settlement negotiation, trial, and appeals. He handles commercial, personal injury and professional liability disputes.

David L. Ortega is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. David L., who practices law in San Antonio, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Confident, yet compassionate, Amber Liddell Alwais protects her clients, making them feel safe and secure while fighting for them from beginning to end. Amber is a staunch advocate for clients, committed to providing highly personalized legal services in all Family Law matters, including traditional and nontraditional divorce, custody issues, property division, child support, and adoption matters. Prior to joining Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson, Amber had the honor of being the firs...

Jay Farwell has over 25 years’ experience as a civil trial lawyer handling complex construction matters, as well as commercial, consumer, employment, insurance, and administrative cases. He is Board Certified in Construction Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Jay represents general contractors, owners, subcontractors, material suppliers, design professionals and governmental entities in all types of construction cases including defective construction, collections, contractu...

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...

Elizabeth S. Janicek is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Elizabeth S., who practices law in San Antonio, Texas, has been recognized since 2016. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Elizabeth S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Steve’s civil litigation practice includes insurance defense, personal injury, product liability, and commercial litigation. He has represented clients throughout Texas and has handled a large volume caseload. Steve has gained extensive jury trial experience; having participated in over thirty jury trials and serving as lead trial counsel in over twenty jury trials. Many of Steve’s trials involved major injuries, multiple fatalities, and large exposure damages. In addition, Steve ...

Laura Pazin Porter is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Laura Pazin, who practices law in San Antonio, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Laura Pazin is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.