Eric W. Nelson

Mark W. Hanna advises and represents clients across the Texas energy industry in matters involving Commercial Litigation and Oil and Gas Law . Based in Austin, Texas, Mark works with companies ranging from private equity-backed startups to Fortune 500 businesses on complex legal, regulatory, and operational issues. His practice focuses on helping clients evaluate risk, resolve disputes, and address business challenges through practical legal strategies tailored to their goals. Mark’s ex...

Judith approaches family law matters with a practical mindset focused on reducing unnecessary conflict. By identifying and narrowing disputed issues early, she helps clients save time, emotional strain, and legal expense. This approach reflects what matters most to Judith: allowing clients to preserve their resources and focus on what will truly affect their future. As a happily married mother and grandmother, she brings a grounded perspective to guiding clients through divorce and related fa...

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

Curt Kurhajec is an AV-rated attorney who has over 35 years of experience litigating a variety of cases including healthcare liability, general negligence, catastrophic auto and truck accident, DTPA, business and commercial issues and disputes, and premises liability across the state. Mr. Kurhajec has also handled numerous insurance disputes, bad faith and coverage opinions and appeals over the years. He has also spoken at CLE events on a variety of legal topics. Curtis Kurhajec is a top atto...

Julie Pomerantz has vast experience successfully managing insurance related regulatory, compliance and transaction matters for single state, regional and national privately held and public companies. As a former insurance regulator, she brings a unique perspective to her law practice. Her insurance department relationships across many states make her an effective advisor and trusted counsel. Julie represents clients on regulatory, compliance, corporate governance, risk management, transaction...

Board Certified in Construction Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Clayton C. Utkov has a practice which focuses on both the transactional and dispute resolution aspects of construction law. He represents general contractors, subcontractors, owners, developers and suppliers in all matters, from drafting and negotiating construction contracts to complex construction disputes, including contract disputes, performance and payment disputes, delay claims, design and construction defec...

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...

Kristina Weber Silcocks is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law and Government Relations Practice. Kristina Weber practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Kristina Weber Silcocks since 2021. 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 Kristina Weber Silcocks is held by other l...

Ashley Hoff is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Ashley practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Ashley Hoff 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 Ashley Hoff is held by other lawyers.

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