Robert C. Bass, Jr.

Burnie Burner brings unique experience and perspective to the representation of insurance companies, investors, agents and alternative risk arrangements in Texas and throughout the country. His practice includes advising clients in the acquisition of companies and blocks of business, holding company issues, licensing, product and policy development, regulatory compliance, examinations and investigations.

One of the few attorneys in Texas who is Board Certified in both Civil Trial Law and Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Julie is an accomplished trial lawyer who has tried numerous lawsuits to verdict in state and federal courts across the country. Known for her passion, drive and excellent advocacy, Julie has handled matters that range from employment lawsuits of all type, including national class and collective actions, to complex business disputes. Julie also has ex...

Ryan P. Bates focuses on appellate and complex commercial litigation, which includes serving as lead counsel in numerous appellate matters before the U.S. Supreme Court and the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Fifth, Sixth, and Tenth Circuits, as well as courts across Texas. Prior to his legal career, Mr. Bates spent years working as an information technology specialist for companies across various industries while leading software development and consulting projects. He previously served as a ...

Bill Moore represents numerous energy industry clients, counseling them on regulatory, business, litigation, and legislative matters. He has represented a variety of competitive and regulated electric companies, including Texas's largest power generation and mining company, its largest retail electricity providers, its largest municipal utility, several power generation facility investors, owners, and developers, and a large regulated electric utility. He handles clients' business-to-business...

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...

W. Stephen Benesh is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Banking and Finance and Litigation - Construction. W. Stephen practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized W. Stephen Benesh since 2009. 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 W. Stephen Ben...

Mark L. Hawkins is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Real Estate Law. Mark L. practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Mark L. Hawkins 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 Mark L. Hawkins is held by other lawyers.

Robert Spurck is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Health Care Law. Robert practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Robert Spurck 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 Robert Spurck is held by other lawyers.

Robert Alden has practiced law since 1987 and became a partner at Byrd Davis Alden & Henrichson LLP in 2001. Based in Austin, Texas, Robert represents individuals and businesses in complex litigation matters in state and federal courts throughout Texas. Robert’s practice includes Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. He has handled more than 30 trials and has presented arguments before both federal and state courts of appeals...

Cleveland R. Burke is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Bankruptcy. Cleveland R. practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Cleveland R. Burke 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 Cleveland R. Burke is held by other lawyers.