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Kennon L. Wooten is a lawyer with Scott Douglass & McConnico LLP in Austin, Texas, where her practice includes Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation, and general civil litigation. She represents businesses, governmental entities, lawyers, judges, and individuals in trial and appellate matters across Texas. Kennon joined the firm in 2011 after serving as the rules attorney for the Supreme Court of Texas. In that role, she worked extensively with statewide and local rules of practice an...

Demetrius McDaniel, the Chair of the firm's Texas Government Law & Policy Practice, counsels and provides advocacy for Fortune 500 and other large private and public sector clients on federal, state and local legal and public policy matters. His broad knowledge of federal and state government allows him to collaboratively develop strategies to solve complex problems that have a government origin or nexus. Demetrius consults with clients on their strategic objectives and provides advice on...

W. Stephen Benesh is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Banking and Finance and Litigation - Construction. W. Stephen practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized W. Stephen Benesh since 2009. 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 W. Stephen Ben...

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.

Don has thirty-five years’ experience litigating, arbitrating and mediating a broad spectrum of contested cases. Don has been recognized by Martindale-Hubbell as an AV® Preeminent™ rated attorney, and was selected to be included in The Best Lawyers in America©, Commercial Litigation (2021). He has successfully represented both plaintiffs and defendants as lead counsel at trial and on appeal in state and federal courts. Don has substantial experience in complex civil litig...

Gary Zausmer has over 35 years of experience in litigation and client representation in multiple areas, including contract, fraud, real estate, energy, insurance, regulatory, health, technology, and financial disputes. His trial, arbitration, and appellate record includes the defense, prosecution, and favorable disposition of contract and tort cases in state and federal courts, including published decisions in favor of his clients. Gary also counsels clients on developing litigation success a...

Angelica Rolong Cormier is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and a partner at Goranson Bain Ausley in Austin. With over 12 years practicing exclusively in family law, Angelica has been named a Leading Attorney in Doyle's Guide Leading Family, Matrimonial & Divorce Lawyers in Austin (2026), recognized in Best Lawyers in America for Family Law (2024–2026) and previously in Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch (Family Law, 2021–2023), sel...

Scott A. Taylor is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law. Scott A. practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Scott A. Taylor since 2018. 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 Scott A. Taylor is held by other lawyers.

Derrick Price is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Oil and Gas Law. Derrick practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Derrick Price 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 Derrick Price is held by other lawyers.

As a Board-Certified Civil Appellate specialist, Amanda helps to shape successful case strategy from the outset of litigation through the end of an appeal. Amanda is a detail-oriented lawyer who represents her clients with passion, stays current on emerging trends and issues, and brings a practical perspective to problem solving. She has experience handling complex civil disputes regarding contracts, fraud, tax, insurance, products, employment, real property, and trust and estates. Amanda pro...