Phillip L. "Phil" Lamberson

K. Brock Bailey is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. K. Brock, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which K. Brock is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Christian S. Kelso is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Christian S., who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Christian S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Thomas Laughlin is one of the founding partners of the Dallas office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. Thomas regularly represents clients in mergers and acquisitions (including controlling investments, preferred equity and other minority investments, and SPAC transactions), divestitures, joint ventures, debt and equity financings, restructurings and other corporate matters. Thomas has broad experience across many industries, but in particular, he has focused his practice representing clients in t...

Chad Arnette is a partner in the firm's Litigation Practice Section. Mr. Arnette represents corporate and individual clients in a wide variety of business litigation in state and federal courts involving real estate, healthcare, oil and gas, employment, antitrust, tax and other matters. Mr. Arnette has participated in numerous civil and criminal trials in state and federal courts, multi-week administrative proceedings, arbitrations, and appeals.

Kyle helps clients in the financial services industry navigate risk and solve problems. He advises banks, lenders, loan servicers, and securities firms regarding their legal obligations, and then he advocates for their interests when disputes arise. Because of his keen judgment and informed perspective, clients trust Kyle for the real-world advice they need to solve their problems. Kyle’s versatility allows him to perform a wide range of different roles and tasks effectively. From disti...

Daryl J. Sinkule is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Individuals and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Daryl J., 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 Daryl J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jennifer M. Duplissey is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Jennifer M., who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jennifer M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Businesses and health care providers across the country rely on Brad Smyer for sound advice during their most difficult commercial disputes, whistleblower suits, and government enforcement actions. He uses his experience as a multiyear federal law clerk and his Certification in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) to help clients navigate high-stakes investigations and address corporate compliance concerns. Brad helps clients navigate complex litigation, government investigations, and whistleblower la...

Trevor M. Brown is a partner in SBSB Eastham’s Dallas office. A battle-tested litigator, he concentrates his practice on the defense of contractors and design professionals from defect and personal injury claims. A member of SBSB Eastham’s bench since March 2024, he has a vast wealth of experience defending against construction defect suits throughout Texas. In addition to this practice, he litigates personal injury cases, commercial litigation matters and business disputes rangin...

Thomas M. Melsheimer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Antitrust Law, Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Litigation - Intellectual Property, Litigation - Patent, Litigation - Securities and Qui Tam Law. Thomas M., who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2007. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Thomas M. is held by other top...