Eric G. Carlson

Laura Benitez Geisler is an experienced trial lawyer with a focus on catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and civil rights litigation. Her courtroom experience has led to multi-million-dollar jury verdicts and substantial settlements on behalf of her clients, including a $21.375 million-dollar federal jury verdict in 2024 obtained on behalf of a terminated law enforcement officer who was the subject of a retaliatory conspiracy by elected public officials in violation of the officer's First Am...

Matthew E. Yarbrough is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Electronic Discovery and Information Management Law, Litigation - Intellectual Property and Privacy and Data Security Law. Matthew E. practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Matthew E. Yarbrough since 2017. 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 ...

Dan G. Baucum advises clients on complex federal tax matters involving mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, private equity transactions, and high-net-worth estate planning. He is known for helping businesses and investors navigate sophisticated tax strategies tied to LLCs, partnerships, S corporations, and closely held companies, while also representing clients in IRS controversies and federal tax disputes. Before joining private practice, Dan served as Special Assistant to the IRS Assistan...

Reid is a trusted advisor. From conception to exit, he efficiently leads and closes transactions in each stage of development, including formation and organization, equity and debt financings (including fund formations), mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, reorganizations, and recapitalizations. He has successfully navigated transactions ranging up to $1.2 billion in value. While industry agnostic, Reid has significant experience in private equity, venture capital, real estat...

Rebecca R. Massiatte is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Immigration Law. Rebecca R. practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Rebecca R. Massiatte since 2017. 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 Rebecca R. Massiatte is held by other lawyers.

Michelle A. Reed is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Securities. Michelle A. practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Michelle A. Reed since 2023. 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 Michelle A. Reed is held by other lawyers.

James (Jim) Davis is a trial lawyer who helps businesses navigate complex disputes with practical, strategic guidance focused on efficient and cost-effective resolution. With more than 35 years of courtroom experience, Jim has handled significant matters in federal, state, and appellate courts throughout the United States, as well as in arbitration proceedings. Jim’s practice spans a broad range of complex commercial disputes, including commercial and financial transactions litigation, ...

Jonathan S. Blum is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Health Care Law and Nonprofit / Charities Law. Jonathan S. practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Jonathan S. Blum 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 Jonathan S. Blum is held by other lawyers.

Michael Abcarian is the managing partner of the Dallas office of Fisher Phillips. In addition to national recognition as an elite labor lawyer, Michael is an exceptional defense trial lawyer with a track record to prove it. Michael represents employers in many complex lawsuits, some with “bet the company” and/or precedent-setting implications. These have included class actions and multiple-plaintiff cases. He often surprises clients with early, knock-out wins even when lengthy tri...

Joe Coleman, a founding director of the Firm, chairs the Insolvency, Bankruptcy & Creditor Rights Section, which focuses on corporate and business reorganization and debt restructuring work throughout the nation. He has substantial experience representing unsecured creditors’ committees, lenders, debtors, equity holders, suppliers, trade associations, financial institutions, real estate companies, trustees and examiners in a wide array of pre-bankruptcy workouts and restructurings, ...