James R. Ray III

Christopher McMillan ’s practice focuses on Construction Law, Commercial Litigation , and Real Estate Law . He represents owners, contractors, design professionals, and other participants in construction and real estate matters throughout Texas. His construction law practice includes design and construction-related litigation and arbitration, complex construction contracts, and risk mitigation strategies. Mr. McMillan also has experience with renewable energy projects, including dispute...

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

Mr. Armbrust practices in the areas of real estate, general business, contracts, environmental, land use, administrative, water and utilities. Mr. Armbrust serves on the Board of Directors of the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority. He has previously served on the Boards of the Colorado River Foundation, the Greater Austin Economic Development Corporation and the Brackenridge Hospital Development Council. He served on the Board of Directors of the Austin Real Estate Council and was its ...

Stephanie Cook has extensive experience with a wide range of business disputes, having successfully represented banks, insurance companies, owners, developers, and individuals in complex commercial and construction litigation and bankruptcy for over twenty years. She began her career at Winstead P.C. and worked in the Austin and Houston offices handling lender liability and workouts. She actively served in its leadership committee before moving back to Austin to work in a litigation boutique ...

Trent Krienke is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Health Care Law. Trent practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Trent Krienke 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 Trent Krienke is held by other lawyers.

Sharon Smith is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Environmental Law. Sharon practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Sharon Smith 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 Sharon Smith is held by other lawyers.

Hillery Kaplan is an Austin, Texas family law attorney at Bryant Colletti Kaplan Kinsler & De La Reza LLP . She is the first attorney in her family and has devoted more than 20 years of her practice to Family Law, representing individuals and families through divorce and related matters. Hillery approaches each family law case with careful analysis and preparation. She takes time to understand her client’s circumstances, priorities, and objectives, then develops a thoughtful legal s...

Michael Robertson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Michael practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Michael Robertson since 2027. 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 Michael Robertson is held by other lawyers.

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.

Sam is a partner at Minton, Bassett, Flores & Carsey, P.C., in Austin, Texas. He received his law and undergraduate degrees from the University of Texas. Sam has been board certified in criminal law since 1994. His practices criminal defense and family law. He is listed in Best Lawyers in America, is AV Rated by Martindale Hubbel, and is a Texas Monthly Super Lawyer. In 2014, 2016, 2018, and 2020, Best Lawyers in America named him Lawyer of the Year for criminal defense in Austin, Texas. ...