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Marianne M. Auld is the managing partner of Kelly Hart and the chair of the firm’s Appellate section. She has briefed and argued dozens of appeals in both state and federal courts of appeals. Marianne began her career as a law clerk on the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. Following her clerkship, she joined Kelly Hart as an associate in the firm’s litigation section, where she worked on a wide range of civil matters for clients including governmental entities ...

David C. Schulte is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Intellectual Property. David C. practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized David C. Schulte since 2022. 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 David C. Schulte is held by other lawyers.

I am a God-fearing believer in helping the foreigner in the strange land. Immigration is my passion, and I seek justice for my clients. Compassion for the less fortunate, and for those who seek a better life in America, the land of freedom and opportunity, drives me.

One of the most honored and respected attorneys in Texas, Steve Laird has long been recognized for his tough negotiating skills, a trial-tested ability to connect with juries, and high ethical standards in the complex world of personal injury litigation. Steve is one of the few lawyers to be Board Certified in both Personal Injury Trial Law and Civil Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, as well as designated as a Specialist in both Civil Trial and Truck Accident Law by the Na...

Robert P. Dougherty III is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Oil and Gas Law. Robert P. practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Robert P. Dougherty III since 2022. 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 Robert P. Dougherty III is held by other lawyers.

Daniel Peel is Senior Counsel at Lovein Ribman, P.C. His practice of more than thirty years encompasses business litigation, construction law, transactions, employment law, personal injury, insurance coverage, family law and appeals. He has recovered millions of dollars for his clients, including a $10.3 million judgment in a complex investment case. Mr. Peel was born in Memphis, Tennessee. He received his B.A., summa cum laude, from the University of Memphis. Mr. Peel graduated from Vanderbi...

Dee J. Kelly is a partner at Kelly Hart & Hallman and served as the firm’s managing partner from 2005-2016. He is a member of the firm’s Litigation and Administrative Law practice groups and serves on its executive committee. Mr. Kelly represents corporate and individual clients in a wide variety of business litigation in state and federal courts. Mr. Kelly also provides advice and representation to clients with matters pending before governmental and administrative bodies. U....

Lori Ashmore Peters is Managing Attorney and Head of Estate Planning and Probate at The Ashmore Law Firm, P.C. in Dallas, Texas. She is recognized in The Best Lawyers in America for Trusts and Estates for three consecutive years, 2025 through 2027, a distinction based on an exhaustive peer-review survey reflecting the esteem in which she is held by other leading lawyers in her practice area and region. Licensed to practice in Texas since 1996, Lori assists individuals, fiduciaries, families, ...

Jeffrey Owen Anderson has a true passion for the law that was instilled in him at an early age by his father, who was also a family lawyer. Jeff had the unique perspective of following his father around the courthouse at the age of five, working in his father’s practice in high school and serving process through college. This experience developed a keen instinct in him for complex property, custody and enforcement . Jeff joined Orsinger, Nelson, Downing and Anderson, LLP in January of 2...

Frederick T. Lee is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. Frederick T. practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Frederick T. Lee since 2025. 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 Frederick T. Lee is held by other lawyers.