Recognized in Best Lawyers since 1995 
Stephen E. McConnico is a trial lawyer at Scott Douglass & McConnico LLP in Austin, Texas. He has tried more than 200 cases to jury verdict and represents clients in complex litigation and high-stakes business disputes in state and federal courts. His practice includes Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, and Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants.
Steve’s courtroom experience covers a broad range of matters, including breach of fiduciary duty, trade secret disputes, patent infringement, probate litigation, breach of contract claims, environmental litigation, election law, class actions, mass torts, oil and gas disputes, and professional malpractice defense. He regularly represents corporations, law firms, business owners, and individuals in cases involving significant financial and operational issues.
In 2019, Steve tried two multi-week jury trials involving claims valued in the millions of dollars and handled a multi-week arbitration for a client facing substantial business exposure. His work in trial advocacy and complex litigation has earned recognition from legal and professional organizations in Texas, including TEX-ABOTA, which named him its 2019 Lawyer of the Year and awarded him Diplomate status.
Throughout his career, Steve has represented Fortune 500 companies, Texas law firms, public officials, family-owned businesses, and individuals in complex commercial and professional liability matters. He is committed to developing strong trial teams, mentoring attorneys, and serving clients with careful preparation, strategic advocacy, and a practical approach to litigation.
