William P. "Bill" Maines

Co-founder of Houston-based Heim, Payne & Chorush, Les has helped build a nationally respected team of lawyers and has led litigation resulting in numerous 8- and 9- figure verdicts and settlements. As patent law has evolved with inter partes review validity challenges at the U.S. Patent Trial and Appeal Board, Les has become particularly effective representing both patent owners and accused infringers in this rapidly changing landscape. Heim, Payne & Chorush staffs its litigation for...

Darren S. Skyles is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Health Care Law. Darren S. practices law in Houston, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Darren S. Skyles 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 Darren S. Skyles is held by other lawyers.

Rob Carty has been litigating cases for more than 30 years. During that time, he has handled a wide range of disputes and developed extensive courtroom experience. He began his legal career in the United States Air Force, serving four years as a judge advocate. After his military service, Rob spent years working within the corporate legal environment, gaining firsthand insight into how large companies and insurance carriers evaluate and defend claims. That background informs his approach toda...

Andy R. Nash is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Andy R. practices law in Houston, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Andy R. Nash since 2027. 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 Andy R. Nash is held by other lawyers.

Jonathan began his education at Abilene Christian University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science, highest honors, from the Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Department in 2004. There he distinguished himself as a Jack Pope Fellow, student body president, SGA Treasurer and as a leader for a variety of other student organizations. He was also honored with the University Scholar Award, Trustee Award, Young American Award, and National Eagle Scout Scholarship. In addition, he was s...

If you had told John Schouest 30 years ago that he would become the leader of a dynamic and multistate law firm, he would have said “no way.” But over time, he realized that providing quality client representation could be achieved in a collegial and respectful environment. He aligned himself with others who felt the same, and SBSB Law was born. John has always been at home on the water. As a young man, he spent summers working at his father’s push-boat company in Louisiana,...

L. Bradley Hancock is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. L. Bradley practices law in Houston, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized L. Bradley Hancock 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 L. Bradley Hancock is held by other lawyers.

Jessica Lara Schneider is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Jessica Lara practices law in Houston, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Jessica Lara Schneider since 2027. 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 Jessica Lara Schneider is held by other lawyers.

Pamela B. Linberg is a principal in the Houston, Texas, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. Pam represents and counsels employers on all aspects of the employment relationship. She is the business development liaison for the Houston office. Pam is a seasoned litigator. She defends employers in lawsuits, arbitrations, agency proceedings, and appeals in a broad range of claims, including race, gender, age, disability, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, and pregnancy discrimination, as well...

Sam is a shareholder with Wilson Cribbs + Goren who primarily assists clients with transactional matters covering the development, leasing, acquisition, and disposition of all types and classes of real property. Like many of his colleagues, Sam grew up in both the real estate and legal industries, with family members in both. While attending the University of Texas, he began his schooling in real estate in earnest, by studying finance with a focus in real estate and participating in programs ...