Keenan Kolendo

Chris is a seasoned trial attorney who represents clients in commercial disputes, antitrust and unfair competition cases, class actions, and government investigations. A former federal prosecutor and United States Supreme Court law clerk, Chris has been repeatedly recognized in Benchmark Litigation US , The Best Lawyers in America® , and Chambers USA , among others, for his work in commercial litigation. Learn more their practice.

Thomas Laughlin is one of the founding partners of the Dallas office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. Thomas regularly represents clients in mergers and acquisitions (including controlling investments, preferred equity and other minority investments, and SPAC transactions), divestitures, joint ventures, debt and equity financings, restructurings and other corporate matters. Thomas has broad experience across many industries, but in particular, he has focused his practice representing clients in t...

Suzanne C. Radcliff works closely with her clients to maximize their recovery on insurance subrogation matters. She represents her clients in a variety of matters - from simple negligence to construction defect cases and complex energy losses, and routinely handles depositions, hearings and mediation. Suzanne has developed an expertise in equine law matters and has successfully resolved cases involving fraud in the sale of a horse and veterinary malpractice. She has also tried several product...

Melissa D. Kalka is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Melissa D. practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Melissa D. Kalka 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 Melissa D. Kalka is held by other lawyers.

Jim Young is a Dallas, Texas attorney, arbitrator , mediator, and corporate general counsel with approximately four decades of experience addressing business, corporate, securities, transactional, and insurance-related matters. As a qualified arbitrator and mediator, he supports the use of alternative dispute resolution, including arbitration and mediation, to help businesses address disputes outside of traditional litigation. Mr. Young began his legal career with Cox & Smith, now Dykema,...

Krista P. Hanvey is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. Krista P. practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Krista P. Hanvey 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 Krista P. Hanvey is held by other lawyers.

Abby Ewing has built a family law practice representing people from all walks of life, from single mothers to CEOs and entrepreneurs during some of the most difficult times in their lives. She’s shown a unique ability to understand and relate to those she represents at the most fundamental level, both inside and outside of the courtroom. Ms. Ewing has experience in complex property division cases, as well as pre- and postmarital agreements and child support and custody matters, includin...

Thomas Greenwald is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and a co-managing partner at Goranson Bain Ausley in Plano. With over 33 years practicing exclusively in family law, Tom has been named Best Lawyers in America's “Lawyer of the Year” for Family Law in Dallas/Fort Worth (2018, 2026) and for Family Law Mediation in Dallas/Fort Worth (2026). He has been recognized in Best Lawyers in America for Family Law continuously since 2005, in Family L...

Celeste R. Yeager is board certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in labor and employment and represents employers across the country in employment disputes before local, state and federal administrative agencies and courts. With over 18 years of experience, Celeste maintains a vibrant labor and employment practice litigating and consulting on behalf of management regarding a variety of employment topics, including: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act The Americans with Disabiliti...

Will Reppeto represents his clients with compassion, respect and diligence in all Family Law matters, including a wide and complex range of property-related issues. He approaches each case thoroughly, always keeping an eye on the big picture, while searching out the details of every case. Throughout his career, Will’s skillful and knowledgeable representation in all facets of Family Law has earned him the trust and respect of his clients, opposing counsel and the courts. In recognition ...