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Monica M. Jacobs has been practicing Texas water law for more than twenty years. She focuses her practice on strategic water supply planning and water asset management for both surface water and groundwater rights. Ms. Jacobs chairs Kelly Hart's Water Law practice group, and is a registered lobbyist. Her experience includes: Water Resources: water supply and water rights management for large landowners, industrial users and major Texas municipalities; surface water permitting at TCEQ; groundw...

William L. Erwin is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Construction Law. William L. practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized William L. Erwin 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 William L. Erwin is held by other lawyers.

Dillon J. Ferguson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Energy Law. Dillon J. practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Dillon J. Ferguson since 2019. 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 Dillon J. Ferguson is held by other lawyers.

James E. Cousar is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Administrative / Regulatory Law. James E. practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized James E. Cousar since 2013. 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 James E. Cousar is held by other lawyers.

Erika L. Leonard is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employment Law - Management. Erika L. practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Erika L. Leonard since 2018. 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 Erika L. Leonard is held by other lawyers.

Mark W. Hanna advises and represents clients across the Texas energy industry in matters involving Commercial Litigation and Oil and Gas Law . Based in Austin, Texas, Mark works with companies ranging from private equity-backed startups to Fortune 500 businesses on complex legal, regulatory, and operational issues. His practice focuses on helping clients evaluate risk, resolve disputes, and address business challenges through practical legal strategies tailored to their goals. Mark’s ex...

Morris D. Weiss is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Litigation - Bankruptcy. Morris D. practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Morris D. Weiss 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 Morris D. Weiss is held by othe...

Mark Strain is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Administrative / Regulatory Law and Energy Regulatory Law. Mark practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Mark Strain since 2019. 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 Mark Strain is held by other lawyers.

Edward A. Cavazos is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Patent and Technology Law. Edward A. practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Edward A. Cavazos since 2012. 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 Edward A. Cavazos is held by other lawyers.

Ryan Squires is a trial lawyer with Scott Douglass & McConnico LLP in Austin, Texas. His practice includes Commercial Litigation, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Ryan represents businesses, individuals, and professionals in complex disputes involving breach of fiduciary duty, product liability, business divorces, professional malpractice, wrongful death, and other high-stakes civil litigation matters. Ryan has taken cases through final...