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Christine Mansour has spent the better part of her career advocating for justice and working to protect the rights of the less fortunate. In 2017 she joined Baron & Budd’s Pharmaceutical Litigation Group to bring her appellate advocacy and briefing experience to Baron & Budd’s work on behalf of clients who have been harmed by the rampant opioid epidemic that has wreaked havoc on so many communities in the United States. She is now a shareholder in our Opioid Litigation Gro...

Doug Rees has an extensive trial practice with an emphasis in construction law and insurance litigation matters. He represents clients before state and federal courts as well as in arbitration proceedings and before disciplinary and licensing boards and advises clients in all aspects of their business. Doug represents general contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, including architects and engineers, insurance carriers, businesses and individuals. He advises and defends clients in ...

Barry L. Hardin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Barry L., who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2016. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Barry L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Michael P. Royal is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management. Michael P., who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Barry Brooks concentrates his practice on construction law, employment law, and general commercial litigation matters. He represents a broad range of commercial and construction clients in both heavy civil and vertical construction. His clients include general contractors, specialized subcontractors, and owners, based both in the U.S. and international corporations. Barry maintains a strong reputation for vigorously protecting and advancing his clients’ sensitive business interests. As ...

Rachel Ziolkowski Ullrich is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Labor and Employment. Rachel Ziolkowski, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Rachel Ziolkowski is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Kathleen Mataya is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Kathleen, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kathleen is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Practice Areas Family Law Commercial Litigation Construction Litigation Collaborative Law Practice Emphasis Jessica has a diverse trial practice that focuses on family law and business litigation. She has extensive experience in handling family law cases, including divorce, child custody, asset division, property and business valuation, paternity, financial support and many other issues that arise in a family law context. Jessica has tried many family cases as well as worked with her clients ...

Michael D. Anderson is a seasoned trial attorney and co-chairs Kelly Hart’s Litigation Section. With over 22 years of legal practice, Mr. Anderson has navigated a diverse array of high-stakes litigation cases. His extensive trial experience encompasses cases involving breach of contract, breach of warranty, breach of fiduciary duty, tortious interference, trade secret theft, and fraud.

Whether it is a Chapter 11 case or an out-of-court restructuring, Chuck's deft handling of challenging and complex financial restructurings is rooted in his nearly 40 years of experience. Public and private companies in the oil and gas exploration, midstream pipeline, oilfield services, retail and real estate industries rely on him for resolutions that achieve their economic objectives. Chuck is known for his practical, innovative solutions to legal and business issues that arise in the restr...