Steven J. "Steve" Pawlowski

Wade McClure, a Partner of the Firm in the Dallas office, primarily represents companies and individuals in complex commercial litigation, including business divorce cases, fiduciary duty litigation and fraud litigation. Wade also works on matters involving claims of minority shareholder oppression, investment fraud, and oil and gas disputes. Over the past thirty years, Wade has also represented manufacturers in products liability matters throughout Texas and the Southwest. Wade is a seasoned...

Krista P. Hanvey is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. Krista P. practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Krista P. Hanvey 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 Krista P. Hanvey is held by other lawyers.

Sheryl Anne Self is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Sheryl Anne practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Sheryl Anne Self 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 Sheryl Anne Self is held by other lawyers.

Taylor cares about people: She’s an auxiliary board member at The Family Place – a vital area resource for victims of domestic abuse. She’s been active in fundraising efforts for the Genesis Women’s Shelter. She served as a valued member of the Texas Young Lawyers Association board of directors. (The TYLA helps advance the legal profession’s role in serving the public.) But first and foremost, Taylor cares about her clients. “Divorce is not just an ending; ...

Kathryn SamlerProtecting and serving children and families is a longstanding commitment of Katie’s. She strongly advocates for clients when they are going through one of the most difficult times of life, and ensures that her clients goals are prioritized. Katie has a special interest in helping families with challenges that include complex property division, mental health issues (including personality disorders), and substance abuse issues.

Paul Wingo is a fourth-generation Texan with more than a decade of personal injury experience. He is widely respected as a top negotiator and has successfully resolved hundreds of millions of dollars in claims for his clients. Paul sets himself apart from other attorneys by fostering close, personal relationships with victims who have been devastated by tragedy and acts as their voice to tell their stories in court through his renowned photography and videography skills. Paul is the rapid-res...

Rachel Feist is a family law attorney at Goranson Bain Ausley in Dallas. With over 8 years practicing exclusively in family law, Rachel has been named to Best Lawyers in America (2024–2026) and as a Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star (2024–2025). She is a member of the Annette Stewart American Inn of Court and Collaborative Divorce Texas. Her practice focuses on negotiated divorce, complex property division, and contested divorce. She is trained in both litigation and collaborative p...

Dee J. Kelly is a partner at Kelly Hart & Hallman and served as the firm’s managing partner from 2005-2016. He is a member of the firm’s Litigation and Administrative Law practice groups and serves on its executive committee. Mr. Kelly represents corporate and individual clients in a wide variety of business litigation in state and federal courts. Mr. Kelly also provides advice and representation to clients with matters pending before governmental and administrative bodies. U....

C.L. Mike Schmidt has been practicing law for 50 years. For 25 years he was recognized as one of Dallas’ top defense attorneys and is known today as the founder of The Schmidt Firm, PLLC – one of Dallas’ top personal injury plaintiff’s firms. Schmidt is Board Certified in Civil and Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and is certified as a Civil Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He was admitted to the New Mexico b...

Mack Ed Swindle is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Mack Ed practices law in Fort Worth, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Mack Ed Swindle 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 Mack Ed Swindle is held by other lawyers.