Jackson Walker proudly announces the selection of 43 attorneys to the inaugural Legal 500 US Elite guide—the most of any firm in Texas.
Founded in 1987, Legal 500 is a data-driven, AI-optimized research platform that benchmarks legal service providers in more than 100 countries. The newly launched Legal 500 US Elite guide expands the publication’s focus beyond elite national and global firms to spotlight attorneys in key U.S. cities who are market leaders. Selection is based on in-depth interviews with leading practitioners, feedback from referees and peers, and evidence of significant matters handled over the past year.
Meet the Honorees
The following Jackson Walker attorneys were recognized in the inaugural Legal 500 US Elite guide:
Attorney |
Recognized Practice Area |
| Heath Armstrong | Energy Litigation |
| Michael Attaway | Corporate and M&A |
| Charles “Chip” Babcock | Commercial Disputes |
| Amy Baird | Energy Litigation |
| Jennifer Bencken | Energy Litigation |
| Bryan C. Birkeland | Real Estate Transactions |
| Marilyn Brown | Disputes |
| Scott D. Cheskiewicz | Corporate and M&A |
| Richard F. Dahlson | Corporate and M&A |
| Mario Perez Dolan | Corporate and M&A |
| Linda E. Donohoe | Energy Litigation & Transactions |
| Joseph “Tré” Fischer III | Commercial Disputes |
| Joe Flack | Energy Transactions |
| Jennifer Freel | Disputes |
| Cathy Garza | Energy Litigation |
| Joel Glover | Commercial Litigation |
| Marisela Peña Gonzalez | Corporate and M&A |
| Jeffrey Grable | Energy Litigation & Transactions |
| Meghan Griffiths | Energy Litigation & Transactions |
| Richard Howell | Energy Litigation |
| Anna Irion | Energy Transactions |
| Brandon C. Janes | Corporate and M&A |
| Kevin L. Kelley | Real Estate Transactions |
| Bradley Knippa | Corporate and M&A |
| Natalie M. Kosydar | Corporate and M&A |
| Jesse S. Lotay | Energy Transactions |
| C. Bradford Lowry | Real Estate Transactions |
| Evan M. Malloy | Corporate and M&A |
| Michael F. Meskill | Corporate and M&A |
| Emily Leitch | Corporate and M&A |
| Christopher R. Mugica | Disputes |
| Cynthia Brotman Nelson | Real Estate Transactions |
| Brian H. Oates | Commercial Disputes |
| Jeff Oldham | Commercial Disputes |
| Matthew Penny | Energy Transactions |
| Adam L. Plumbley | Energy Litigation & Transactions |
| Kirk Rasmussen | Energy Litigation & Transactions |
| Joseph P. Regan | Energy Litigation & Transactions |
| S. Jordan Smith | Energy Litigation & Transactions |
| Noah Speck | Corporate and M&A |
| Carlos R. Treviño | Corporate and M&A |
| Kirk Tucker | Energy Transactions |
| Scott A. Wheatley | Commercial Disputes |
Meet Jackson Walker
Since 1887, Jackson Walker has represented some of the most influential companies and business leaders in the world. Today, we remain firmly rooted in Texas while serving clients around the globe. With more than 500 attorneys, we are the largest law firm in the state. Jackson Walker consistently ranks among leading firms in Chambers and Partners, Best Law Firms® by Best Lawyers, and as a BTI Client Service A-Team based on feedback from corporate counsel.