Vernon C. Howerton Jr.

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.

Rob Friedman is board certified in labor and employment law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He advises and represents employers in virtually every aspect of the employee-employer relationship. His practice includes representing employers in litigation and administrative matters brought by employees and government agencies, as well as advising employers on employment-related issues, policies and procedures. Rob regularly advises employers on employment arbitration issues and has su...

Bill Cramer protects his clients’ valuable rights in various aspects of intellectual property, including patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret matters. Bill is an experienced litigator who represents plaintiffs and defendants in patent, trademark, and copyright infringement lawsuits in district courts throughout the United States. He also represents clients in trademark opposition and cancellation proceedings at the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB), inter partes review p...

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Hugh Connor is a partner in the Litigation Section at Kelly Hart, where he excels in representing a diverse clientele that includes individuals, corporations, and other institutions. He specializes in a broad spectrum of intricate commercial litigation cases, ranging from intellectual property disputes and professional malpractice to oil and gas conflicts, contract disputes, insurance claims, defamation cases, construction claims, probate litigation, and marital disputes. Mr. Connor’s e...

Cindy V. Tisdale is a Board Certified family law attorney at Goranson Bain Ausley with offices in Fort Worth and Granbury whose record of peer recognition reflects a career built on exceptional skill and the trust of the Texas legal community. Cindy has been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© in the field of Family Law for 2025 and 2026, a distinction conferred entirely through confidential peer review among practicing attorneys. This recognition places her among a se...

Robert S. Hill is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Intellectual Property. Robert S., who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Robert S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Thomas E. Brannen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law. Thomas E., who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Thomas E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Mr. Thomas is a trial attorney and trained problem solver who draws on a broad base of experience to craft unique solutions for his clients. After earning a long list of honors during college and law school—all at the University of Texas—he gained invaluable experience and exposure as a federal law clerk to the Honorable Jane J. Boyle in Dallas. Mr. Thomas then spent several years honing his litigation skills at Vinson & Elkins, LLP, one of the largest international law firms ...

John Palmer is a trial attorney and mediator. His primary areas of practice are family law, federal law, patent litigation, alternative dispute resolution, and general civil litigation. He is a published author and speaker on various topics including federal court litigation, mediation, family law, ethics and civility. Prior to joining Naman Howell, John served as a briefing attorney for the U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas, Waco Division. He has since been involved in a variety...