Michael G. Appleman

John Bonnet is the managing partner of Bradley’s Dallas office. John is a transactional lawyer in Bradley’s Corporate and Securities Practice Group who has broad experience in M&A transactions, debt and equity financings, investment funds, general business transactions, contracts, corporate governance, and other business law matters. John represents a diverse range of clients, including buyers and sellers in mergers and acquisitions; companies seeking capital through equity an...

Peter S. Wahby partners with his clients to develop and implement creative strategies across a broad range of disputes, including complex business litigation, financial services litigation and medical device litigation in venues across the country. While some disputes are best resolved with a quick, negotiated agreement, others may require a full adjudication on the merits, or further relief through the appellate courts. Whatever the need, Peter works to develop a value-based approach to ensu...

P. William (Bill) Stark is a leader of the Video Games and Esports Group and a Litigation shareholder. Bill advises clients in the esports and video gaming industry with respect to digital content development, distribution, regulation, entertainment, and consumption. He assists and counsels clients regarding esports regulation, training, anti-corruption, compliance, and litigation issues. Bill assists clients in understanding and navigating the complex and rapidly evolving esports legal and r...

John H. Withers, Jr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. John H., who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which John H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

As a founding partner of Lyons & Simmons, Christopher Simmons focuses his practice on representing clients in complex civil litigation involving wrongful death, catastrophic personal injuries, product liability, complex business disputes, construction defects, and professional liability. He has a well-earned reputation as a trial lawyer who combines a tireless work ethic with a creative, “outside the box” approach to achieve outstanding results for his clients. Simmons believe...

Fred Fulton focuses his practice on the representation of public and private retail and distribution companies in connection with such general corporate matters as corporate governance, disclosure, and contract negotiation. He represents both purchasers and sellers in numerous industries in mergers and acquisitions and other significant transactions. Fred also represents issuers and underwriters in initial public offerings and other public and private offerings of equity and debt securities.

Georganna L. Simpson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice and Family Law. Georganna L., who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2010. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Georganna L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Fred S. Stovall is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law and Oil and Gas Law. Fred S., 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 Fred S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Alan Rucker is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Alan, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Alan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Barbara B. Ferguson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Barbara B., who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2006. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Barbara B. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.