M. Douglas "Doug" Murphy

Russ has briefed and argued dozens of appeals, appearing before the Supreme Court of Texas, the Texas intermediate appellate courts, the Fifth and Federal Circuit Courts of Appeals, and the Supreme Court of the United States. He has assisted in or handled all phases of litigation in a wide variety of matters, including products liability, catastrophic personal injury, intellectual property, insurance coverage, employment discrimination, and commercial lawsuits. Before joining the firm, Russ s...

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Rob Fowler is an executive compensation partner in the Houston office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. He has extensive experience in the negotiation and drafting of employment and consulting agreements, restrictive covenants, clawback arrangements, golden parachute arrangements and other executive compensation and incentive programs, including the various forms of equity compensation arrangements, and regularly advises clients on issues under Sections 409A and 162(m) of the Internal Revenue Code...

John Absher represents investors and business owners in a wide range of real estate transactions, including but not limited to purchase agreements, survey and title reviews, objection letters, commercial lease negotiations, and limited partnerships for commercial real estate developments. Drawing on his unique background overseeing his family’s businesses—ranging from movie theaters and franchise restaurants to commercial real estate properties—John brings a hands-on, busine...

Gary Miller’s practice includes extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions, capital formation, contract negotiation/documentation, lending, factoring and day-to-day representation of corporations and other business entities. He frequently participates in the organization and financing of business entities, as well as the negotiation and documentation of complex transactions. Special components of Gary’s practice include the representation of United Kingdom-based companies in...

Kyle Sears is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Construction. Kyle practices law in Houston, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Kyle Sears 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 Kyle Sears is held by other lawyers.

Andrew Calder is a partner in the Houston and Austin offices of Kirkland & Ellis LLP where he also serves as a member of the Firm’s Executive Committee. His practice focuses on mergers and acquisitions, corporate and securities law, and corporate governance, with a particular focus on the energy sector. Andrew is recognized in Chambers Global, Chambers USA, America's Leading Lawyers for Business for Energy: Oil & Gas (Transactional) 2015–2022, Corporate/M&A 2016–...

Bret Bosker is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Family Law and Family Law Mediation. Bret practices law in Houston, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Bret Bosker 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 Bret Bosker is held by other lawyers.

Angela Connor is a Partner in the Houston, Texas office of Peckar & Abramson PC . She is board-certified in construction law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and concentrates her practice on business litigation , construction dispute resolution , and contract negotiation . Her work is focused on providing practical, business-oriented legal guidance to clients navigating complex construction and commercial matters. Angela represents participants across the construction industry, ...

Philip M. Kinkaid is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Philip M. practices law in Houston, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Philip M. Kinkaid since 2023. 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 Philip M. Kinkaid is held by other lawyers.