Nicholas Caluda

I am the President and a Partner at Simmons and Fletcher, P.C., a Houston, Texas personal injury law firm founded in 1979 by my late uncle, Robert S. Simmons. I joined the firm in 1986 as a law clerk while attending college and have practiced with the firm continuously since being admitted to the Texas Bar in 1991. In 2020, I acquired the firm alongside my partners, Christopher K. Fletcher and Paul H. Cannon, and I currently serve as President. I oversee the firm’s pre-litigation depart...

Jason S. McManis is a partner at AZA and the head of AZA’s intellectual property group. He is a skilled trial lawyer with extensive experience in front of the jury in courtrooms across the United States. IAM Patent 1000 ranks Mr. McManis as a leading patent litigator and highlights that he “is often brought in to take over cases from previous counsel” while commending his ability to “adapt to changing circumstances with alacrity.” Mr. McManis represents both plai...

Felicia Harris Hoss serves clients throughout Pearland, Texas and the surrounding areas through her work at Harris Hoss PLLC , focusing on Arbitration , Commercial Litigation, and Mediation . For more than 20 years, she has represented individuals, entrepreneurs, and businesses in complex civil and commercial disputes, helping parties evaluate risk, navigate conflict, and pursue practical resolutions both inside and outside the courtroom. Felicia has experience working with plaintiffs and def...

Clay Brett is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate Law. Clay practices law in Houston, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Clay Brett 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 Clay Brett is held by other lawyers.

Janet L. Rushing is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Labor and Employment. Janet L. practices law in League City, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Janet L. Rushing 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 Janet L. Rushing is held by other lawyers.

A sixth-generation Texan and the first lawyer in his family, James Amaro founded Amaro Law Firm in 2005 with a clear purpose: to stand up for those who've been wronged when it matters most. Shortly after founding the firm, James was called to represent individuals and families devastated by the BP refinery explosion in Texas City, Texas. It was a defining moment—one that reinforced his belief that justice isn't about easy wins. Since then, James has successfully represented thousands of...

Carolyn Russell represents management in a variety of employment-related matters, including litigation involving age, disability, race and sex discrimination claims, covenants not to compete, trade secrets, wage and hour claims, ERISA claims, and other workplace torts. Her practice focuses on employment litigation and consultation and commercial litigation. She handles all varieties of employment disputes, including claims of discrimination, retaliation, harassment, wrongful termination and b...

Stephanie Jeane is an executive compensation partner in the Houston office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. Stephanie’s practice focuses on executive compensation and benefits matters in connection with mergers and acquisitions, spin-offs and divestitures and public offerings. Stephanie also advises clients on a wide range of compensation and associated tax, securities and corporate governance matters, including the design, disclosure and implementation of equity and cash incentive programs...

Rodolfo Rueda Ballesteros is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Natural Resources Law. Rodolfo practices law in Houston, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Rodolfo Rueda Ballesteros 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 Rodolfo Rueda Ballesteros is held by other lawyers.

Darrell W. Taylor is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Real Estate Law. Darrell W. practices law in Houston, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Darrell W. Taylor since 2008. 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 Darrell W. Taylor is held by other lawyers.