Here we grow again!  Actually, as those who know our firm already know, growth is not our goal. But, some growth is a necessary result of continued outsized success for our clients. Reynolds Frizzell was featured in the Houston Chronicle after signing a new 23,000 square foot lease, a 35% increase over our current footprint. We plan to modernize and reimagine our office space to best suit both employees and clients. We are a proud tenant of 1100 Louisiana in downtown Houston. Read the full article here: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/business/real-estate/article/law-firms-downtown-houston-office-leasing-19811011.php

Reynolds Frizzell is honored to be named a Tier 1 ranked firm in the 2025 Best Law Firms awards by Best Lawyers. Tier 1 recognition is reserved for the highest scoring firms which is largely based feedback from clients, professional references, and other lawyers, so we are especially proud of this achievement. Below are our full rankings for the 2025 edition. Metropolitan Tier 1 (Houston) ➤ Bet-the-Company Litigation ➤ Commercial Litigation ➤ Litigation – Construction ➤ Litigation – Securities National Tier 2 ➤ Commercial Litigation ➤ Litigation – Construction National Tier 3 ➤ Litigation – Securities Congratulations to our team for this recognition of your hard work and track record of outstanding achievements for our clients! About Best Lawyers Recognition by Best Lawyers is based entirely on peer review. Their process is designed to capture, as accurately as possible, the consensus opinion of leading lawyers about the professional abilities of their colleagues within the same geographical area and legal practice area. Best Lawyers employs a sophisticated, conscientious, rational, and transparent survey process designed to elicit meaningful and substantive evaluations of the quality of legal services.

Join us in welcoming our newest trial attorney, David Young, to the Reynolds Frizzell team. David was a summer associate with us last year, and we are thrilled that he’s joining the firm full-time. David received a J.D., with honors, from The University of Texas School of Law. During law school, he was a member of the Texas Law Review and the Human Rights Clinic and served as a teaching and research assistant. “David is a promising young trial lawyer, and we are thrilled that has chosen to join us full-time,” said Elizabeth Wilkerson, Co-Managing Partner at Reynolds Frizzell. “His friendly, outgoing personality coupled with his research and writing skills are certain to make him successful in his legal career.” Click here to learn more about David.

Congratulations to Reynolds Frizzell partner Brandon Allen for being named a Benchmark Litigation Future Star. For more than 25 years, Brandon has successfully litigated complex commercial cases across a variety of practice areas and industries, including construction, energy, IP, legal malpractice defense, real estate, and wills/estates. Brandon, we’re proud of your accomplishments and honored to be your colleague and friend!

We are thrilled that Reynolds Frizzell has been named a finalist in Houston Business Journal’s Best Places to Work Awards for the second consecutive year. Our team members make Reynolds Frizzell a collaborative, supportive, and fun place to work. The public recognition is a fun opportunity to recognize and celebrate our firm culture, but our deepest thanks go to each and every member of our team.  Thank you for sharing your time and talents and making this a great place to work. Thank you as well to the HBJ for including us in the group of 100 finalists. We are truly honored!

This month marks 15 years since Brandon Allen, Jeremy Doyle, Jean Frizzell, Michael Oldham, and Chris Reynolds founded a litigation boutique focused on recruiting top talent who efficiently and effectively litigate cases across practices and industries. These last 15 years have been incredibly memorable and meaningful. Thank you to our clients, colleagues, and friends for your trust and support. We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished and look forward to seeing what the future holds. Cheers to 15 years of Reynolds Frizzell!

A huge congratulations to our own Jean Frizzell for being named Houston’s “Lawyer of the Year” in Securities Litigation by The Best Lawyers in America. Only one lawyer in each practice area receives this honor each year. This marks the fourth time Jean has been recognized as a Houston Lawyer of the year. Jean, all of us at Reynolds Frizzell are tremendously proud of you and honored to be your colleague and friend. Congrats!  

We are proud to once again have five Reynolds Frizzell attorneys included among The Best Lawyers in America in several litigation categories. Congratulations to Chris Reynolds, Jean Frizzell, Jeremy Doyle, Mike Oldham, and Brandon Allen for being named to this year’s list. A special shout out goes to Jean Frizzell for being named Houston’s “Lawyer of the Year” in Securities Litigation. This is a tremendous honor and very well-deserved. We’re proud of each and every one of you!

We are thrilled to once again be recognized by Legal 500 as a top firm in the “Energy Litigation: Oil and Gas” category. Partner Chris Reynolds was one of only six lawyers nationwide to be recognized in the “Hall of Fame” list as a top-rated energy litigator. One client told Legal 500, “The firm’s courtroom experience, intelligence, and lean staffing model allow it to quickly focus on the most critical issues and provide practical and pragmatic advice to commercial clients.” Congratulations to Chris and the entire Reynolds Frizzell team.

Congratulations to Reynolds Frizzell partners Chris Reynolds, Jean Frizzell, Jeremy Doyle, and Mike Oldham who were honored by Chambers and Partners USA with individual awards as top litigators in Texas. Jean was recognized in the top-ranking band in two categories, “Litigation: General Commercial” and “Litigation: Trial Lawyers,” while Mike, Chris, and Jeremy were each recognized in the “Litigation: General Commercial” category. Congratulations to each of you on this well-deserved recognition!

We are honored to be recognized for the 15th consecutive year by Chambers and Partners USA as one of the leading Litigation firms in Texas in the “General Commercial” category. Thank you to our valued clients who shared feedback with Chambers on their experience working with the Reynolds Frizzell team. These positive recommendations contributed to our ranking. As one client said to Chambers, "The team has the technical understanding of the law and the process as it winds its way through the court. The lawyers can marry that with strategic objectives." Congratulations to our entire team for delivering top-notch service and results to our clients. We would also like to acknowledge Chris Reynolds, Jean Frizzell, Jeremy Doyle, and Mike Oldham who each received individual recognition as some of the best trial lawyers in Texas.

Get to know Reynolds Frizzell’s newest trial attorney, Mandy Nathan. Mandy’s practice is focused on legal research and writing. Her impeccable research skills help guide legal strategies and ensure the trial team is primed for success. According to Mandy, “I have worked with several members of the Reynolds Frizzell team in the past, so I know just how smart, capable, and collegial they are. I’m thrilled to contribute to the team’s success, and ultimately, the success of our clients.” She went on to say, “With my background representing plaintiffs and defendants in complex commercial litigation, I know first-hand how solid research helps win cases. I get to marry my passion for dissecting complicated fact patterns with the outstanding skills of our trial teams to help solve our client’s most pressing issues.” Click here to learn more about Mandy.

Congratulations to our team members who are celebrating anniversaries with Reynolds Frizzell. We appreciate your many contributions and are excited to celebrate your success. Thank you to: Monica Saenz, 2 Years Alexandra Meir, 1 Year Monica Orand, 1 Year Here’s to another great year together!

https://vimeo.com/938345356   According to Reynolds Frizzell partner Jeremy Doyle, integrity, judgment, and a competitive spirit are a few of the many qualities that make a successful trial lawyer. Watch this video to learn how Jeremy works with clients to help them solve their most difficult problems.    

We are very excited to reunite with our friend and former colleague Mandy Nathan, a talented legal researcher and writer whom we know will be a valuable contributor to the Reynolds Frizzell team and our clients.   Mandy thrives on the opportunity to dissect complicated fact patterns to help her clients win their cases. Applying her impeccable research skills, she helps guide legal strategies as she develops substantive arguments for motions, briefs, and trials. Mandy’s strategic problem-solving skills ensure the trial team is primed for success. “Having worked together in the past, we know Mandy and the quality of work she provides,” said partner Jeremy Doyle. “After practicing as a litigator for more than three decades, Mandy knows how thorough legal research can positively impact an outcome for our clients. We all know Mandy will be a tremendous asset to the Reynolds Frizzell team and are excited to have her back in our corner.” Click here to learn more about Mandy.

We are thrilled to be growing and to have welcomed four new trial attorneys to the Reynolds Frizzell team in recent months. We invite you to get to know Mason, Erin, Armie, and Nathaniel by taking a look at their bios: Mason Malone Erin Formby Armie Lewis  Nathaniel Bass  We are incredibly proud to have these talented minds in our corner and are excited to see what all we will accomplish together throughout their careers.

We’re thrilled to share Elizabeth Wilkerson’s well-deserved election to the partnership at Reynolds Frizzell LLP, effective January 1. Since joining the firm in 2021, Elizabeth has made invaluable contributions – navigating complex disputes on behalf of her clients and showcasing strong skills as a leader amongst her peers. We couldn’t be more proud to call her our partner and are excited to see what the future holds. Please join us in congratulating Elizabeth on this exciting news. Learn more about Elizabeth and her practice here.

Reynolds Frizzell LLP is excited to announce the addition of three talented attorneys to our team. Please join us in welcoming Mason Malone, Erin Formby, and Nathaniel Bass. These new team members bring a wealth of experience to the firm and will play a vital role in advancing our commitment to providing the highest level of service and standards for our clients. Learn more about Mason, Erin, and Nathaniel below. Mason Malone Mason lives by the philosophy that, for every action in a case, great lawyers ask, “Does this make it more likely that we resolve the client’s problem?” Assisting in litigation strategy and managing various matters in the energy, construction, and healthcare industries, Mason enjoys the challenge of anticipating problems before they arise while working on a diverse set of legal issues. Mason earned his J.D. summa cum laude from the University of Houston Law Center. Prior to law school, he graduated from The Honors College at the University of Houston with a B.A. in both Economics and Liberal Studies. Erin Formby A background in chemistry allows Erin to confidently address complex and technology centric matters. With a passion for the law and desire to learn, Erin found her calling in trial work. Described as intellectually curious and a perpetual learner, she finds comfort digging deep into facts and research regarding new subject matters to uncover unique solutions for her clients. Erin earned her J.D. cum laude from Harvard Law School. She graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with both a B.S.A. in Chemistry and a B.A. in Spanish, both with highest honors. Nathaniel Bass Nathaniel grew up with an instilled sense that how you conduct yourself has as much impact on others as what you are doing for them. This mindset, combined with learning to think quickly on his feet working in sports broadcasting, is the impetus responsible for shaping his approach as a lawyer. Nathaniel began his career as a litigation attorney with Latham & Watkins after receiving his J.D. cum laude from Cornell Law School. Prior to law school, Nathaniel graduated from Texas A&M University with a B.A. in both Telecommunication Media Studies and Political Science. "We are thrilled to have these three experienced attorneys join our team," said Partner Jeremy Doyle. " Mason, Erin, and Nathaniel have already hit the ground running with an enthusiasm and commitment that aligns perfectly with our firm's values. Their combined experience and skills will be a tremendous asset to our clients.”

A federal court jury returned a verdict of zero damages in favor of Reynolds Frizzell’s client Zinc Resources, LLC and Russ Robinson facing claims for $120 million in lost profit damages for alleged violations of noncompete, nonsolicitation, and confidentiality covenants. Reynolds Frizzell LLP team Jean Frizzell, Zach Burford, Thallia Malespin, and paralegal Misty Davis secured the defense verdict after an almost 2-week trial in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas before the Honorable Judge Alfred H. Bennett. An international conglomerate, and its affiliates, in the steel dust recycling industry, Zinc Internacional, Steel Dust Recycling, LLC, and DRA, Inc., claimed $120 million in lost profit damages from violations of noncompete, nonsolicitation, and confidentiality covenants arising out of Mr. Robinson's sale of an Alabama steel dust recycling business in 2009 and South Korean joint venture in 2014. The plaintiffs brought both federal and state trade secrets claims and several tort claims. The Reynolds Frizzell Team’s successful defense included defeating an emergency appeal and motion to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals to stay the trial, which the plaintiffs filed on the morning of jury selection. Although the plaintiffs brought 19 separate claims and named additional defendants, including two Zinc Resources' employees and three other companies with which Mr. Robinson was involved, the team secured a submission of only three jury liability questions regarding Mr. Robinson and Zinc Resources. The jury found the plaintiffs were entitled to zero damages as a result of a breach of a noncompete covenant and no breach of the non-solicitation or nondisclosure covenants by Mr. Robinson. Thallia and Zach were instrumental in the victory putting on important witnesses, arguing the jury charge and handling and prevailing in the emergency appeal to the 5th Circuit that Plaintiffs filed on the first day of trial to delay the trial.  Misty played the dual roles of paralegal and tech specialist. To learn more from Law360, click here (subscription required).

On Giving Tuesday, Reynolds Frizzell is incredibly proud to share our support for Child Advocates and their annual Superhero Run. As an “Amazing Sponsor” for 2023, Reynolds Frizzell donated water bottles and notebooks for participants. Child Advocates has been giving a voice to Houston's abused children since 1984. Since its start in 2013, the Superhero Run has become a signature event raising almost $1 million for Houston’s battle against child abuse. Thank you to Child Advocates for all you do for our community. We’re proud to support you.        

https://vimeo.com/881859578?share=copy   Thallia Malespin’s favorite part about working at Reynolds Frizzell? The level of experience she’s receiving as a young trial attorney. In her first year of practice since joining the firm following law school and judicial clerkships, Thallia has worked directly with partners, taken the lead on discovery, taken depositions, traveled for mediations, argued a motion in court, and participated in her first jury trial in federal court during which she argued pretrial matters and presented the testimony of an important witness through direct examination. Thallia’s experience is representative of how we treat our team of talented attorneys. Right from the start, new associates receive hands-on experience handling significant cases and trial work. Our teams are strategically assembled with skilled attorneys at every experience level, allowing partners and associates to thoughtfully collaborate as they develop strategies for our clients. Check out the video to learn why Thallia loves working at Reynolds Frizzell. We’re so glad to have you on the team, Thallia!

Reynolds Frizzell is proud to be named a Tier 1 ranked firm in the 2024 Best Law Firms awards by Best Lawyers. Tier 1 recognition is reserved for the highest scoring firms during the annual review process, so we are especially proud to receive this recognition. Below are our full rankings for 2024. Metropolitan Tier 1 (Houston) ➤ Bet-the-Company Litigation ➤ Commercial Litigation ➤ Litigation – Construction ➤ Litigation – Securities National Tier 2 ➤ Commercial Litigation ➤ Litigation – Construction National Tier 3 ➤ Litigation – Securities Congratulations, team! About Best Lawyers Recognition by Best Lawyers is based entirely on peer review. Their process is designed to capture, as accurately as possible, the consensus opinion of leading lawyers about the professional abilities of their colleagues within the same geographical area and legal practice area. Best Lawyers employs a sophisticated, conscientious, rational, and transparent survey process designed to elicit meaningful and substantive evaluations of the quality of legal services. Learn more.

When we say that Reynolds Frizzell team members enjoy coming to work, we mean it. Which is why we are incredibly proud to have been named a finalist in Houston Business Journal’s Best Places to Work Awards. Our company culture is shaped by the amazing people who bring their unique talents to the table every day. We extend a heartfelt thanks to each valued member of our team – a diverse, passionate, and dynamic group of individuals who are the driving force behind our success. Thank you as well to the HBJ for this exciting recognition. With just 100 finalists named across Houston, we are truly honored to be included. Click here to learn more (HBJ subscription is required). About HBJ's Best Places To Work Awards The Houston Business Journal has named 100 companies finalists in the 2023 Best Places to Work awards, based on employees' surveys. The surveys were conducted by Quantum Workplace. The 100 finalists are divided into five size categories: 25 extra-small, 25 small, 25 medium, 20 large and five extra-large companies. Reynolds Frizzell was named a finalist in the small category. Methodology Employees of nominated companies with at least 10 employees in Houston were surveyed by Nebraska-based Quantum Workplace. All employees were given the opportunity to take a confidential survey online, and Quantum issued each company a score based on employees’ answers. Employees evaluated their companies in areas such as goals and leadership, communication and support, advancement opportunity and skill development, recognition and compensation, tolerance and flexibility, and embracing innovation and ideas. Companies received scores up to 100, and the Houston Business Journal, upon receiving the rankings from Quantum, decided a cutoff for The Lists.

Fall is always an exciting time for anniversaries at Reynolds Frizzell LLP. Our firm was founded 14 years ago by Chris Reynolds, Jean Frizzell, Brandon Allen, Jeremy Doyle, and Mike Oldham. We soon welcomed Marisol Ellis, who joined in October 2009 as the receptionist before later becoming a paralegal – and who is still with the firm today! Since then, we’ve grown to a team of over 25 dedicated team members, including talented additions like Harris Wells, who recently celebrated his 6-year anniversary, as well as Vanessa Solano, who is celebrating her 2-year anniversary. We’re so proud of the Reynolds Frizzell team and can’t believe we’ll be celebrating our 15th anniversary next year. Thank you to each member of the Reynolds Frizzell family for your teamwork and commitment to our clients’ success.

Reynolds Frizzell partner Michael K. Oldham has served as a Nominating Chair for the Texas Bar Foundation since 2022.  This year, Mike is pleased to serve alongside outstanding co-chairs Gregg Costa, Diana Perez Gomez, Tina Nguyen, and Kelly Sandill. Recently, the nominating committee met to begin the process of selecting a new group of fellows. Over the past year, the Texas Bar Foundation has awarded over $1.5m in grants to 100 deserving organizations related to legal aid, victim legal services, and the administration of justice. We are proud Mike has chosen to devote his efforts to this great organization and excited to see what they accomplish in the year ahead. Pictured: Mike Oldham (Partner, Reynolds Frizzell) & Denise Scofield (Partner, Winston & Strawn)

We are excited to highlight Misty Davis and Adi Sirkes who recently celebrated anniversaries with Reynolds Frizzell. Thank you to Misty (13 years) and Adi (4 years) for your many contributions to the firm through the years. We are proud to have each of you on the team.

We agree with partner Mike Oldham that the culture at Reynolds Frizzell is one of the best parts about working at the firm. With a lean team, we emphasize camaraderie and inclusivity. Everyone knows what everyone else is doing and people actively look to see who needs help so they can jump in. Learn more about what it’s like to work at Reynolds Frizzell in this video from Mike. https://vimeo.com/868063429

1st Row: Zach Burford, Elizabeth Wilkerson, Thallia Malespin, Alice Yu / 2nd Row: Stefanos Touzos, Harris Wells, Seth Roye, Taylor Smith, Chipper Adams, Jeremy Doyle, Jim Weiss, Matt Sheehan It’s always fun to hit the greens together, especially with a gorgeous sunset over the Houston skyline in the background. The Reynolds Frizzell team had a terrific time getting together at East River 9 last month to golf with summer associates Seth Roye and Chipper Adams. Thanks to Seth and Chipper for all of your hard work this summer.

Reynolds Frizzell is excited to support the “Start The Change” school supply drive benefiting students in poverty-stricken neighborhoods in San Luis Potosi, Mexico. The firm came together to build backpacks filled with school supplies and learning materials that will benefit 54 students across 2 schools. We’re especially proud to support this particular school drive as it was started by our Houston Bar Association Careers in Schools intern, Sarahi Alamilla. Thank you to Sarahi for your initiative and for presenting us with this important opportunity to make a positive impact on these young minds.  

Pictured: Jim Weiss, Elizabeth Wilkerson, Chipper Adams & Thallia Malespin Our culture goes beyond the office walls, so it’s always fun spending the afternoon at Minute Maid Park together – especially when the Astros win. Last month, a few members of the Reynolds Frizzell team made time to get together with summer associate Chipper Adams to catch the Houston Astros beat the Cleveland Guardians. Let’s go ‘Stros!

We’re excited to introduce summer associate Haaris Siddiqi, who will soon enter his second year of law school at Stanford Law School. At Stanford, Haaris is the Member Editor of Stanford Law Review, the Recruitment Chair of the Asian Pacific Islander Law Student Association, the Finance Chair of the Muslim Law Students Association, and a member of the Stanford International Refugee Project. He attended undergrad at The University of Texas where he was a distinguished college scholar and on the dean’s list. At UT, Haaris was President & Mock Trial Captain for Phi Delta Phi where he won the mock trial competition and served as Finance Chair for the Longhorn Alliance for Refugees and Asylees. Thanks for being with us this summer, Haaris!

We are proud to be recognized among The Best Lawyers in America again this year – some members of the Reynolds Frizzell LLP team have been ranked in litigation categories for more than 15 years! Congratulations to Chris Reynolds, Jean Frizzell, Jeremy Doyle, Mike Oldham, and Brandon Allen.

Meet another of our summer associates for 2023, Seth Roye. Prior to entering The University of Texas School of Law, Seth graduated summa cum laude with a Chemical Engineering degree from Mississippi State University and worked for five years as an engineer for ExxonMobil. Seth serves as Moot Court Director for the Board of Advocates and as an editor for the Texas Intellectual Property Law Journal. Seth told us he is “looking forward to working on challenging cases with elite lawyers” and becoming a better lawyer in the process. We’re glad to have you at Reynolds Frizzell LLP this summer, Seth!

Reynolds Frizzell LLP attorneys Chris Reynolds, Brandon Allen, and Harris Wells prevailed on a Rule 91a motion to dismiss filed on behalf of Chord Energy Corporation and Oasis Petroleum North America. The Chord Parties retained Reynolds Frizzell to defend against a $30 million lawsuit filed by Absolute + Oil Gas, LLC, that alleged the Chord Parties and other defendants had committed fraud, breach of fiduciary duties, breach of contract, and several other torts. The Chord Parties vigorously dispute the factual bases of Absolute’s claims. Recognizing the claims were also legally deficient in multiple ways, the Chord Parties moved for early dismissal of the fraud, fiduciary duty, gross negligence, and conspiracy claims. Reynolds Frizzell successfully argued that certain tort claims Absolute asserted had no basis in law, partly because the economic loss doctrine barred them. During the hearing on the Chord Parties’ motion, the Court ruled from the bench to fully grant the Chord Parties’ motion. In doing so, the Court dismissed Absolute’s fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, participation in breach of fiduciary duty, gross negligence, and conspiracy claims against the Chord Parties because those claims had no basis in law. Congratulations to our clients and the Reynolds Frizzell team behind this significant win.

Rey Legal 500 has once again recognized Reynolds Frizzell as a top firm for resolving “Energy Litigation: Oil & Gas” matters in its 2023 edition. Notably, the firm advanced into a higher tier 3 ranking this year. In addition, partner Chris Reynolds was once again included on the elite “Hall of Fame” list in the same category. Chris is one of only 7 lawyers nationwide to be recognized among the very best lawyers for energy litigation matters. Congratulations to Chris and the rest of our team! Click here to learn more about our team.

We are grateful to have had David Young join Reynolds Frizzell as a summer associate in May and June. David is a second-year law student at The University of Texas School of Law where he serves as Associate Editor on the Texas Law Review. David proved to be great at taking complex issues and simplifying them in a way that makes them easy to comprehend and assess with confidence. David’s stated reason for going to law school is to help people solve their problems, and we think he is well-suited to do that.

At Reynolds Frizzell, we take tremendous pride supporting our clients’ success when they need it most, and we value the trust clients continue to place in our team – so we really love receiving a testimonial like this. Thank you to our clients who communicated with Chambers and Partners USA to share their experiences working with our team. We will never stop working our hardest to achieve the best possible results for our clients.

We are incredibly thankful for the smart, talented administrative team at Reynolds Frizzell. Thanks to each of you for always keeping the ball rolling! Enjoy a few photos from our staff appreciation event at 810 Bowling in honor of Administrative Professionals’ Day last month. The team had a lot of fun and definitely deserved some time out of the office (team names on the bowling shirts intentionally omitted from this post!).

The Reynolds Frizzell LLP team enjoyed spending time together outside of the office to celebrate a substantial victory for our plaintiff client and the firm – a difficult case that was masterfully led by partners Jean Frizzell and Jeremy Doyle. Successful outcomes are a firmwide effort at Reynolds Frizzell. Thanks to each member of our team for helping to achieve this result for our client, and for the afternoon sharing this success together.

At Reynolds Frizzell LLP, we are grateful to our clients who routinely trust us with their most important matters and are very proud of the results we’ve helped them achieve. These are just a few victories which we’re particularly proud to share: ► Mike Oldham and Jim Weiss prevailed in Oklahoma state district court following a 5-day jury trial over the cost of a pipeline construction project; the court entered a Final Judgment in favor of the client, the project owner, on all claims. ► Mike Oldham and Adi Sirkes succeeded in a confidential arbitration for a midstream company accused of underpaying for natural gas produced during Winter Storm Uri; the arbitration panel issued a final award rejecting all claims against our client. ► Chris Reynolds, Brandon Allen, and Adi Sirkes won in federal district court following a 7-day bench trial on behalf of a client law firm accused of legal malpractice; the court issued a take-nothing judgment in favor of our client. Click here to learn more about the impactful results our attorneys achieve on behalf of our clients.

We are excited to welcome a new face to the Reynolds Frizzell LLP team. In fact, she is the new face of the firm. Be sure to say hi to Melanie Martinez, the firm’s receptionist, next time you visit our office or call the firm.

Reynolds Frizzell LLP is very lucky to have talented paralegals Misty Davis and Marisol Ellis on the team. Together, they’ve completed 10 trials and arbitrations for the firm’s clients over the past year. Misty and Marisol are integral in many trials and arbitrations for the firm and our clients, including Misty’s multiple trials in state district courts in Texas and Oklahoma and preparation up to the eve of trial in West Virginia, and Marisol’s trials in Texas federal and state courts and multiple arbitrations. Thank you to Marisol and Misty for your hard work and dedication.

Along with fellow members of the Garland R. Walker American Inn of Court, Reynolds Frizzell partner Michael K. Oldham recently volunteered at the Houston Public Library. The group spent the morning organizing books and preparing for a book sale to help promote literacy in the Houston community by making books accessible to all. Thanks to Mike and the Garland Walker Inn for carving out time for this worthwhile cause.

Congratulations to Reynolds Frizzell partners Chris Reynolds and  Brandon Allen and associate Adi Sirkes on their recent victory on behalf of a national law firm, Baker Donelson, in a legal malpractice suit brought by a litigation funding venture created to fund cases arising out of the Deepwater Horizon incident. When the plaintiff lost some of its claims against its co-venturer in an underlying arbitration, the plaintiff then sued Baker Donelson, claiming that it negligently caused plaintiff’s alleged arbitration losses.  The plaintiff sought $48 million in damages. After securing a pre-trial summary judgment in its favor on various claims, Baker Donelson proceeded to and fully prevailed in a seven-day bench trial in federal court on plaintiff’s remaining claims. The Court issued a take-nothing judgment in favor of Baker Donelson. Click here to learn more from Law360 (subscription required) and here to learn more from Bloomberg Law.

We are thrilled to announce the promotion of Vanessa Solano to Administrative Assistant. Vanessa joined the firm in September 2021 and has been a valuable member of our team. We asked her what she likes about working at Reynolds Frizzell and Vanessa shared that she most enjoys “how Reynolds Frizzell expects excellence but also provides a healthy and positive work culture. I’m excited about my promotion and look forward to taking on more challenging tasks as I continue to grow personally and professionally.” Congratulations, Vanessa. We are lucky to have you on the team!

We are celebrating Jim Weiss, Sheila Mason, and Nathan M. Smith who each mark anniversaries with Reynolds Frizzell  this month. Thank you Jim (7 years), Sheila (7 years), and Nate (13 years) for your many contributions to the firm.

Congratulations to Mike Oldham and Jim Weiss on their recent jury win in Oklahoma state court. The duo, along with co-counsel Travis Jett of Hodgden Law Firm, successfully represented Phoenix Services in a lawsuit against NextSource Water Solutions over the cost to construct a $10 million fracking wastewater gathering system in Arnett, Oklahoma. Phoenix, the owner, hired NextSource to design and manage construction of the pipeline system. After the project was substantially completed, NextSource issued additional invoices for approximately $540,000. Phoenix disputed the invoices, and NextSource filed property liens and a lawsuit in Denver, Colorado. On Phoenix’s motion, the Denver state court dismissed NextSource’s suit for lack of jurisdiction. Phoenix filed suit in Oklahoma state court asking the Court to set aside the property liens, invalidate the disputed invoices, and declare that Phoenix had paid NextSource in full for the project. Both parties sought to recover attorney fees and costs. The case was tried to a jury from October 31 to November 4, 2022, and the jury returned a verdict in Phoenix’s favor on all counts.

Reynolds Frizzell is proud to have been a bronze sponsor of the Houston Bar Association’s 73rd Annual Harvest Celebration and enjoyed attending the event along with Judge Dawn Rogers from the 334th Civil Court (Harris County Courts), Justice Jerry Zimmerer from the 14th Court of Appeals, and playwright Nicole Zimmerer.

We want to start the new year by giving thanks to our clients, who continue to place their trust in the Reynolds Frizzell team. We are excited to support you in the year ahead. Here’s to another successful and productive year helping others and doing what we love to do.

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Reynolds Frizzell is thrilled to welcome Insiya Aziz, the firm’s fourth new associate to join this year. Insiya’s diverse background and innate determination drive her to find unique resolutions to legal issues for her clients across the energy, real estate, and financial sectors. Growing up in an immigrant community, Insiya has seen first-hand the struggles and challenges people face when they don’t have access to legal resources. She prides herself on being able to serve as that resource to her clients when they are in the midst of adversarial litigation, quickly resolving complex legal issues across industries. Insiya knew she wanted to pursue a career in the legal industry after joining the mock trial team in high school. She graduated with honors from the University of Texas at Austin and then earned her J.D. from The University of Texas School of Law, where she received the Dean’s Achievement Award. During law school, Insiya exercised her altruistic nature as an Intern for the American Civil Liberties Union Immigrant’s Rights Project, the Southern Center for Human Rights, the Council on American-Islamic Relations, and the Lone Star Justice Alliance. She also served as the Founding Member & Advocacy Chair for the American Muslim Bar Association. Above all, Insiya values strength of community, diversity of thought, and is deeply invested in helping to create positive outcomes within the legal industry. “Insiya is a wonderful addition to the Reynolds Frizzell team,” said Partner Jeremy Doyle. “Her diverse background strategically positions her to bring unique solutions to our clients’ legal challenges.” Click here to learn more about Insiya.    

Reynolds Frizzell is pleased to announce that Thallia Malespin has joined our team as a litigation associate. Thallia Malespin is a persuasive advocate for her clients. As a trial attorney, Thallia prides herself in developing efficient solutions to her clients’ most complex legal issues. Her innate curiosity and strong work ethic serve her well in delivering deep research, writing comprehensive legal motions, and advocating for her clients in the courtroom. Compassion is core to Thallia’s approach. Drawing upon her early educational and career experiences in social work, Thallia leverages her listening skills, empathy, and relationship-building skills to better serve her clients. Though social work and the law are two distinct disciplines, the common denominators among both include passionate advocacy, the pursuit of justice, and a deep commitment to clients – all of which shine through in Thallia’s work. A first-generation college graduate, Thallia earned her degree in Social Work from the University of Central Florida and her Master of Social Work from Florida State University. Thallia then graduated summa cum laude from Villanova School of Law, where she served as Executive Editor of the Villanova Law Review. While at Villanova, she was a Student Attorney with the Farmworker Legal Aid Clinic where she represented farmworkers and their families. Thallia is particularly proud of successfully trying an asylum case in the Executive Office for Immigration Review alongside her partner. Thallia’s passion for the law and desire to become a trial attorney was solidified during her time as a Judicial Law Clerk to the Honorable Juan R. Sánchez of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. In addition, Thallia served as an Appellate Law Clerk for the Honorable James E. Graves, Jr. of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit where she had the opportunity to work on many complex and consequential cases. She is now licensed to practice in New York and Texas. Prior to law school, Thallia served as the Project Coordinator for the Institute of Family Violence Studies at Florida State University’s College of Social Work. “Equipped with legal expertise from her time spent in both U.S. Appellate and District Courts as well as her background in social work, Thallia brings a unique perspective to the firm that will greatly benefit our clients,” said Partner Jeremy Doyle. “We feel lucky to have her as a part of our team.”

Reynolds Frizzell is excited to officially welcome Elizabeth Wilkerson to the firm. Elizabeth is driven by natural inquisitiveness and a dedication to uncovering creative solutions for her clients. As a trial attorney, she prides herself on her ability to delve deep into research and quickly learn the facts and business considerations of a new case to help her clients tackle any type of challenge. Elizabeth has mastered the cross-disciplinary approach, with experience spanning the banking, insurance, media, and oil and gas industries. She has also represented clients in civil litigation, at the trial court and appellate levels, and in the course of internal investigations. Prior to joining Reynolds Frizzell, Elizabeth practiced at an international law firm in New York City and clerked for Chief Judge Janet DiFiore on the New York Court of Appeals. She worked as a paralegal for the United States Attorney’s Office in the Eastern District of New York before earning her J.D. from New York University School of Law. During law school, Elizabeth served as Staff Editor of the Annual Survey of American Law and clerked for the Department of Justice in the Environment and Natural Resources Division. Elizabeth is licensed to practice in Texas, New York State, and the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York. “Elizabeth brings a wealth of experience to the firm and our clients, thanks to her background tackling complex cases across a multitude of industries at an international law firm,” said Partner Jeremy Doyle. “We were thrilled to welcome Elizabeth to the team last year and are even more thrilled to make the official announcement of her joining the firm now that she is licensed to practice in Texas.”

Congratulations to Reynolds Frizzell partner Jim Weiss who was selected for the 7th edition of Benchmark Litigation’s 40 & Under list, a guide to the nation’s most notable up and coming litigation attorneys in the U.S. Jim represents individual and corporate clients at the trial and appellate levels in disputes across various subject matter, including oil and gas, partnership, real estate, and intellectual property. Click here to learn more about him.

Meet Liz Colchado. Liz is a project assistant who has been a member of the team since 2019. Liz’s favorite thing about working at Reynolds Frizzell is the friendly people and collaborative environment. She most enjoys helping with deposition preparations and we’re grateful to have her help with those. Thank you to Liz for your many contributions over the years. We love having your smiling face around the office.

We are very excited to welcome Lindsey Coan to the Reynolds Frizzell team. Lindsey joined the firm at the end of June and has been a delight to have in the office. Lindsey is a hard worker who takes ownership of her work and always strives to put her best foot forward. Welcome to the team, Lindsey! Mike Oldham, Adi Sirkes, Elizabeth Wilkerson and Jennifer Josephson are lucky to have your support.

We are thrilled to receive high recognition from Chambers and Partners USA this year and to once again be named one of the leading Litigation firms in Texas in the “General Commercial” category. Thank you to our clients who took the time to share your experiences working with our team and for contributing to our Chambers rankings. According to the publication, one client said “Reynolds Frizzell is a small, nimble, and sharp firm. I think highly of the group.” Another commented, “It is a dynamic and growing firm.” Congratulations to each of our attorneys on this significant recognition, including Jean Frizzell, Mike Oldham, Jeremy Doyle, and Chris Reynolds who were individually recognized as well. Click here to get to know our talented team of top trial attorneys.

Last month, we celebrated the amazing members of the Reynolds Frizzell team who keep things running smoothly across the firm every day of the year. We had such a fun outing to lunch and Top Golf. Thank you to each member of our team – we greatly value each of you and your many contributions to the firm.  

Join us in welcoming Monica Saenz to the Reynolds Frizzell team. Monica started earlier this month and will support Chris Reynolds, Lindsay Raspino, Nate Smith, and Matt Sheehan. We’re thrilled to have you on the Reynolds Frizzell team, Monica.

Get to know Reynolds Frizzell associate Matt Sheehan. Matt is a problem solver.  As a trial attorney, he untangles complex legal matters and translates them into simple, clear, and powerful arguments to persuade judges and juries alike. Fueled by natural curiosity, Matt approaches issues methodically and thoroughly, anticipating the arguments on both sides and leveraging that insight to develop the strongest possible case for his clients.

Congratulations to Jim Weiss for being named to the 2022 Texas Rising Stars list as a top-rated Business Litigation attorney in Houston. Jim, who was recently promoted to partner at Reynolds Frizzell, represents individual and corporate clients at the trial and appellate levels in disputes across various subject matter, including oil and gas, partnership, real estate, and intellectual property.

Continuing our celebration of women’s history month, Reynolds Frizzell would like to highlight partner Jeremy Doyle and his efforts to empower women and girls through education. Jeremy proudly served on the board of trustees for Duchesne Academy Of The Sacred Heart for 6 years, where he shared his talents on the Advancement Committee helping with fundraising and alumni relations efforts. Serving on the board was especially meaningful for Jeremy, as it allowed him to be integrated in the school his daughters attended. While his term serving on the board recently ended, Jeremy continues to be a strong advocate for Duchesne and their thoughtful approach to all-girls education.

In honor of women’s history month, we are thrilled to celebrate these amazing women at the firm who keep everything running smoothly. Melissa Hyland, Suni Blue, Myrsine Howard, Marisol Ellis, Terry Carroll, Vanessa Solano, Sheila Mason, Misty Davis, Liz Colchado and Dee Foley – thank you all for your dedication to the firm and our clients. We appreciate your hard work and are so proud to have you on the Reynolds Frizzell team.

Get to know Reynolds Frizzell partner Brandon Allen. Clients trust Brandon to thoroughly understand any complex matter he faces and to outwork his opponents. While he has successfully handled complex commercial cases across industries, Brandon is a go-to attorney for large construction cases and energy disputes. Learn more about Brandon.  

We’re thrilled to celebrate Suni Blue’s 12-year anniversary with Reynolds Frizzell. Suni is a delight to work with and a pleasure to have at the firm. She has been with us since the beginning and we couldn’t be more grateful for her many contributions through the years. Thank you Suni and congratulations on your 12th anniversary.

The Reynolds Frizzell team has deep expertise resolving energy disputes and represents clients in the state, federal and appeal courts, as well as in arbitration proceedings. According to Legal 500, our team of trial lawyers are “highly regarded” in the oil and gas sector. For examples of our results, click here.

Get to know trial attorney Zach Burford. Clients appreciate that Zach is able to look at issues from multiple angles to develop the strongest possible solution. Having studied molecular biology at the University of California, Berkeley, Zach brings an intellectual depth to the Reynolds Frizzell team that serves him well in out-of-the-box thinking for clients across industries.  

This month, we’re celebrating Jennifer Josephson’s 4-year anniversary with the firm. Congratulations, Jennifer! Jennifer helps legal teams win challenging commercial disputes in state and federal trial and appellate courts. Her experience spans the oil and gas, oilfield services, consumer class action, products liability, and arbitration arenas. We are lucky to have a talented appellate lawyer like Jennifer representing Reynolds Frizzell LLP clients.

It’s hard to believe Sheila Mason is celebrating her 6-year anniversary with the Reynolds Frizzell LLP team. Over the years, Sheila has been an asset to both attorneys at the firm and our clients. Thank you to Sheila for being a wonderful office coordinator and for all you do. Congratulations on this milestone!

Reynolds Frizzell partner Jeremy Doyle was elected to membership in the Fellows of the Texas Bar Foundation. Fellows of the Foundation are selected for their contributions to the legal profession and their demonstrated commitment to the improvement of the justice system throughout the state of Texas. Selection as a Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation is restricted to members of the State Bar of Texas. Each year, one-third of one percent of Texas attorneys are invited to become Fellows. Once nominees are selected, they must be elected by the Texas Bar Foundation Board of Trustees. Congratulations to Jeremy on this distinct honor. About Jeremy Clients trust Jeremy with their high-stakes litigation and contingency fee cases because he always has a game plan. In disputes ranging from legal malpractice to oil and gas, fiduciary duty and private equity matters, Jeremy has demonstrated a unique ability to represent his clients aggressively without pursuing frivolous lawsuits or scorched earth tactics. As Chambers USA highlights, “The ‘excellent’ Jeremy Doyle is well versed in successfully navigating complex commercial litigation matters on behalf of a range of clients on both sides of the docket.” Jeremy has won great outcomes for clients, including Riverstone Holdings, EOG Resources, Wood Group Mustang, BlueCrest Energy, and Enerfin Resources. About The Texas Bar Foundation The Texas Bar Foundation is the largest charitably funded bar foundation in the country. Founded in 1965 by lawyers determined to assist the public and improve the profession of law, the Texas Bar Foundation has maintained its mission of using the financial contributions of its membership to build a strong justice system for all Texans. To date, the Texas Bar Foundation has distributed more than $23 million throughout Texas to assist nonprofit organizations with a wide range of justice-related programs and services. For more information, contact the Texas Bar Foundation at www.txbf.org.

One of the joys of the season is the opportunity to say thank you to our clients, colleagues, family, and friends. From all of us at Reynolds Frizzell, best wishes for a wonderful holiday and a happy new year.

Reynolds Frizzell is humbled to be ranked among the top law firms in Houston and the nation in the 2022 release of U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” rankings. In Houston, we are ranked among the best “Tier 1” law firms in these 4 practice areas: Bet-the-Company Litigation Commercial Litigation Litigation – Construction Litigation – Securities In the nation, we are also ranked in the following 3 practice areas: Commercial Litigation Litigation – Construction Litigation – Securities Congratulations to each of our attorneys on this exciting and well-deserved recognition! About “Best Law Firms” Recognition Firms included in the 2022 edition of U.S. News – Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms" are recognized for professional excellence with consistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. To be eligible for a ranking, a firm must first have a lawyer recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®, which recognizes 6% of lawyers practicing in the United States. Click here to learn more.

We are lucky to have Jennifer Josephson on the Reynolds Frizzell team. For almost three decades, Jennifer has been helping legal teams win challenging commercial disputes in state and federal trial and appellate courts. Her keen intellect and ability to deeply analyze, prioritize, and write about complex issues differentiate Jennifer’s practice. Click here to learn more about Jennifer.

Congratulations to Reynolds Frizzell LLP associate Zach Burford who is celebrating his one-year anniversary with the firm. According to Zach, the past year has exceeded his expectations. “It’s fulfilling to be part of such a dynamic team. I’ve learned a lot – both from working directly with the partners and my fellow associates – and gained valuable experience working on some really interesting and challenging matters that have resulted in positive outcomes for our clients.”

At Reynolds Frizzell, our goal is to out-think and out-prepare our competition, always with integrity. Our focus on strategy and tireless preparation leaves no room for frivolous litigation—only success. We don’t just work to uphold our reputation with our clients; maintaining a professional and courteous rapport with our adversaries is equally imperative. This could be why we have a track record of being hired by former opponents.

Get to know Reynolds Frizzell LLP partner Jean Frizzell. Jean was recently recognized on Chambers USA’s highly regarded “Spotlight Table” in the “Litigation: Trial Lawyers – Texas” category and he received the top “Band 1” ranking for the “Litigation: General Commercial – Houston, Texas” category. According to Chambers, “Jean Frizzell is respected for his expert handling of complex commercial disputes, including in the energy and natural resources sector.” Various client sources said Jean is “a connected, powerful force in the market," "an outstanding litigator," and is "very honest in his thought and communication."

The Reynolds Frizzell LLP team is proud to have been named among “The Best Lawyers in Texas” by Best Lawyers. Congratulations to the team and lawyers that were recognized in the following categories: Bet-the-Company Litigation (Jean Frizzell and Chris Reynolds) Commercial Litigation (Brandon Allen, Jeremy Doyle, Jean Frizzell, Mike Oldham, and Chris Reynolds) Construction Law (Chris Reynolds) Securities/Capital Markets Law (Jean Frizzell and Chris Reynolds)

Join us in welcoming Summer Associate Insiya Aziz to the Reynolds Frizzell team. Insiya is earning her J.D. at the University of Texas School of Law. She is a Founding Board Member for the American Muslim Bar Association and currently serves as the organization’s Secretary. She also serves as the Featured Content Editor for the Texas Law Review. We are excited to have Insiya join us this summer!

In the 2021 edition of The Legal 500, Reynolds Frizzell was once again recognized among the top go-to firms for handling complex “Energy Litigation: Oil & Gas” matters. For the second consecutive year, partner Chris Reynolds was recognized in the top tier “Hall of Fame” list. The Legal 500’s “Hall of Fame” recognition highlights individuals who have received constant praise from their clients for continued excellence and includes only the top law firm partners who are at the pinnacle of the profession. Notably, Chris is one of only seven attorneys to receive this significant honor. According to the prestigious publication, the firm “has deep expertise in energy disputes and represents clients in the state, federal and appeal courts, as well as in arbitration proceedings. Acting for a broad client base, the practice is jointly led by Chris Reynolds, an experienced and highly regarded trial lawyer in the oil and gas sector. Jean Frizzell co-heads the team alongside Reynolds.” Key Reynolds Frizzell team members also recognized by The Legal 500 include partners Jeremy Doyle, Brandon Allen, Michael Oldham, and Nathan Smith. About The Legal 500 For more than three decades, The Legal 500 has been analyzing the capabilities of law firms across the world, with a comprehensive research program revised and updated every year to bring the most up-to-date vision of the global legal market. The Legal 500 assesses the strengths of law firms in over 150 jurisdictions.

Join us in welcoming Summer Associate Ashley Vaughan to the Reynolds Frizzell LLP team. Ashley is earning her J.D. at Harvard Law School. She previously served as a Judiciary Committee Legal Intern for the United States Senate and currently serves as Senior Vice Chairman of the Young Conservatives of Texas. We’re thrilled to have Ashley join us this summer!

Reynolds Frizzell associate Jim Weiss was named to the 2021 Texas Rising Stars list in Houston. Recognized as top-rated Business Litigation attorney by Thomson Reuters, Jim focuses his practice on commercial litigation at the trial and appellate levels. Representing corporate and individual clients in federal, state and arbitration proceedings, Jim is known for his ability to understand complicated issues and translate them into a compelling, powerful story for judges and juries. His experience includes solving disputes in the oil and gas, partnership, real estate, and intellectual property arenas. According to partner Jeremy Doyle, “Jim is a self-starter. He is very intelligent, cares deeply about his cases and his clients, and works hard. From day one, Jim has had a strong ability to focus on what’s important for his clients and is a true rising star on our team.” Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive the Rising Stars designation. Award selection is based on an evaluation of 12 indicators including peer recognition and professional achievement in legal practice. About Texas Rising Stars Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters business, is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The annual selections are made using a patented multiphase process that includes a statewide survey of lawyers, an independent research evaluation of candidates and peer reviews by practice area. The result is a credible, comprehensive and diverse listing of exceptional attorneys. Click here to learn more.

Attorneys Jean Frizzell and Jennifer Josephson won a complete appellate victory for OMNOVA Solutions Inc. (now a part of Synthomer, a global specialty chemicals company). On October 27, 2020, the Fourteenth Court of Appeals issued an opinion affirming the trial court’s $5.6 million judgment in OMNOVA’s favor, upholding a trial victory secured by the same team following a week-long bench trial in 2018. The upheld judgment included favorable alternative awards for statutory fraud, common law fraud and breach of contract, and a judgment against the defendant’s $3.5 million counterclaim.

For the eleventh consecutive year, Chambers USA has recognized Reynolds Frizzell among the top litigation lawyers in the U.S. The firm was once again honored in the Texas Litigation: General Commercial category, a prestigious honor Reynolds Frizzell has earned each year since its founding in 2009. Below is a snapshot of recognition Reynolds Frizzell has received from Chambers USA over the years. Partner Jean Frizzell was identified on the distinguished Spotlight Table for Trial Lawyers in Texas and Chris Reynolds was recognized in the Energy & Natural Resources Litigation category in Texas. Additionally, Jean, Chris, and partner Jeremy Doyle were each ranked as top lawyers in the state of Texas in the Litigation: General Commercial category. Congratulations to each individually ranked attorney: Jean Frizzell Spotlight Table – Texas Litigation: Trial Lawyers Band 1 – Texas Litigation: General Commercial Jean Frizzell is respected for his expert handling of complex commercial disputes, including in the energy and natural resources sector. "He is a very capable, standup trial lawyer who is exceptional on his feet," says one source, while another says: "He is one of the best cross-examiners I have ever seen and is able to adapt to situations on the fly." -Chambers USA Having tried numerous cases and arbitrations as lead trial counsel, Jean is renowned for his courtroom skills. His talent and focus on winning ethically have earned the respect of peers and clients alike, including Huntsman Chemical, the Hearst Corporation, Energy Transfer Partners, Sterling Group, and Moody Realty National. His practice spans complex commercial litigation, with particular depth in securities matters, energy disputes, and contract and fiduciary duty claims. In addition to being recognized by Chambers USA, Jean is a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers and a Member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). Chris Reynolds Band 2 – Texas Litigation: General Commercial Band 2 – Texas Litigation: Energy & Natural Resources Chris Reynolds is "an outstanding oral advocate," according to market commentators. He has developed an impressive disputes practice, which includes acting on behalf of energy and natural resources companies, among others. "He gets good results and is a smart guy," says one source. -Chambers USA With over three decades of experience and dozens of successful trials and arbitrations, Chris is the consummate trial attorney. He is particularly adept at representing clients in highly technical industries, such as oil and gas, electricity generation and trading, engineering and construction, and software technology. Chris focuses exclusively on complex commercial and business litigation and arbitration cases for clients like DCP Midstream, Networked Power, Inc., Balli Steel Trading, Henkels & McCoy, and Lone Star Inventions. In addition to being recognized by Chambers USA, Chris is a Fellow in both the International Academy of Trial Lawyers (IATL) and the American College of Trial Lawyers, as well as a Member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). Jeremy Doyle Band 4 – Texas Litigation: General Commercial Jeremy Doyle assists corporate clients with a range of disputes, acting on both sides of the docket. Sources report that he is "extremely knowledgeable, hard-working and great in the courtroom." – Chambers USA Clients trust Jeremy Doyle with their high stakes litigation and contingency fee cases because he always has a game plan. In disputes ranging from legal malpractice to oil and gas, fiduciary duty and private equity matters, Jeremy has demonstrated a unique ability to represent his clients aggressively without pursuing frivolous lawsuits or scorched earth tactics. Jeremy has won great outcomes for clients, including Riverstone Holdings, EOG Resources, Wood Group Mustang, BlueCrest Energy, and Enerfin Resources. About Chambers USA Chambers USA recognizes the highest-rated lawyers and law firms as assessed by the largest global team of client researchers. Firm and individual attorney rankings are assessed on technical legal ability, client service, commercial vision and business understanding, diligence, value for money, and depth of team. Rankings are based on in-depth, objective interviews with clients, in-house counsel, and leading private practice lawyers. Click here to learn more.

Reynolds Frizzell has been recognized with the Champion of Justice Law Firm Award by the Texas Access to Justice Commission. Each year, the Commission recognizes attorneys and law firms who champion and support the important work of legal aid and pro bono providers throughout the state of Texas. The Commission determined winning firms by tabulating contributions made by the firms’ attorneys in support of the statewide Justice for All campaign.  Reynolds Frizzell had one of the highest amounts of funds contributed and one of the highest lawyer participation rates in the small law firm category. Partner Nathan Smith attended the Texas Access to Justice Foundation’s 35th Anniversary dinner on October 25, 2019, in Austin, where the firm was recognized with other award winners. About the Texas Access to Justice Commission The Texas Access to Justice Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization created by the Supreme Court of Texas in 1984. The Foundation grants millions of dollars per year to nearly 40 organizations statewide that provide free civil legal assistance to low-income Texans. With TAJF grants, legal aid organizations provide free legal assistance in civil matters, such as protection from domestic violence and assistance with housing issues, to more than 150,000 low-income Texans each year. Click here to learn more.

Reynolds Frizzell, known for representing both plaintiffs and defendants in high stakes business disputes, has been recognized in the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” 2020 rankings. The firm is nationally ranked in 3 practice areas and regionally ranked in 4 practice areas, including: National Rankings Commercial Litigation (National) – Tier 3 Litigation – Construction (National) – Tier 3 Litigation – Securities (National) – Tier 3 Regional Rankings Commercial Litigation (Houston-Area) – Tier 1 Litigation – Securities (Houston-Area) – Tier 1 Bet-the-Company Litigation (Houston-Area) – Tier 2 Litigation – Construction (Houston-Area) – Tier 2 The U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” Rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations, peer review from leading attorneys, and review of additional information provided by law firms as part of the formal submission process.  About U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” U.S. News and Best Lawyers, widely considered as the leading survey of lawyers worldwide, have joined to rank law firms in the U.S. They currently rank firms in 75 national practice areas. Click here to learn more.  

Reynolds Frizzell Attorneys Brandon Allen, Jeremy Doyle and Jennifer Josephson secured a summary judgment win for worldwide engineering contractor, Wood Group Mustang Inc. In a dispute with Freeport LNG, the owner of a liquefied natural gas facility, Wood Group filed suit to collect on approximately $4 million in unpaid bills. Freeport LNG counterclaimed, asserting approximately $18 million in damages related to horizontal directional drilling work. Wood Group filed a motion for summary judgment at the case’s outset on the vast majority of Freeport LNG’s alleged counterclaim damages. The Court granted Wood Group’s motion on September 17, 2018. Thereafter, Freeport LNG paid Wood Group’s outstanding bills. The remainder of the case settled in a confidential settlement agreement on November 18, 2018.

Reynolds Frizzell, known for representing both plaintiffs and defendants in high stakes business disputes, was recognized as a Top 10 U.S. Litigation Boutique and Highly Recommended Firm by Benchmark Litigation. Benchmark Litigation exclusively covers the litigation and disputes markets in North America. Through peer interviews, client feedback surveys, and an examination of achievements and casework, the esteemed publication recognizes America’s leading litigators. According to the publication, one client commends Reynolds Frizzell for "Working on a number of interesting and high-profile cases. They are hustling and getting some good business." Another client attests, "There's never a moment where I have to ask, 'Are you thinking about this? Are you thinking about that?' They are one step ahead." Congratulations to each of the Reynold Frizzell partners recognized in the 2019 guide. Below are highlights from the interview process. Jeremy Doyle Local Litigation Star (Texas) “Jeremy Doyle led a team that represented a private equity company, Riverstone, and certain of its portfolio companies in defense of a lawsuit arising out of a gas purchase agreement. The plaintiff asserted claims alleging that the firm’s clients tortiously interfered with the plaintiff’s gas supply contract in order to win the business for another affiliate. The firm filed several summary judgment motions seeking dismissal of the claims and a ruling that the plaintiff had no recoverable damages under the terms of the contract at issue. The case settled for a confidential amount while those motions were pending.” Jean Frizzell National Practice Area Star, Local Litigation Star (Texas) – General Commercial, Product Liability “Jean is well regarded for his general commercial, intellectual property, and energy work. Clients enthuse, “He simply has the ‘it’ factor in litigation.” They continue, “He is very perceptive regarding what the true issues are in connection with a case and then strategizing.” Instead of being a “scorched-earth litigator,” Frizzell is regarded to have “a gift in communication strategy with both the client and in court.” A client relates, “Although Jean has a big practice, I feel as if I am his only client.”” Mike Oldham Local Litigation Star (Texas) – Energy and Natural Resources, General Commercial, Product Liability “Mike Oldham secured a jury defense verdict for his client, Exxon, that rejected all of the opponent's claims.” In addition, he “was hired by Texicali, a family partnership, after the family began to suspect that their attorney, Jim Mulder, was stealing funds from them out of his IOLTA account. Oldham’s preliminary investigation confirmed the theft and revealed that Mulder had defrauded the family by forging fake investment opportunities and advising them to invest. The firm filed suit and obtained a final judgment totalling $1.7 million plus interest.” Chris Reynolds Local Litigation Star (Texas) – General Commercial, Intellectual Property “Peers across the state identify Chris Reynolds, the head of the litigation department, as a top commercial litigator. He recently defended Tsakos Energy Navigation against allegations of a multi-year kickback scheme and reached a confidential settlement on favorable terms.” Click here to learn more.   About Benchmark Litigation Benchmark Litigation is the Definitive Guide to America's Leading Litigation Firms and Attorneys™. It is the go-to source for editorials and rankings of the top litigators in the U.S. and their respective firms and is the only publication on the market to concentrate exclusively on the US litigation community, covering all 50 states.

Five Reynolds Frizzell partners have been named to Thomson Reuters’ 2018 Texas Super Lawyers list. The esteemed directory selects attorneys who have attained a high-degree of professional achievement through a selection process that includes independent research and peer nominations and evaluations. The Texas lawyers who receive the highest point totals during the selection process are further recognized in Texas Super Lawyers Top Lists. Three of the five Reynolds Frizzell partners recognized were also named to the Top 100: 2018 Houston Super Lawyers list. Congratulations to the following Reynolds Frizzell partners recognized by Super Lawyers in 2018: Brandon Allen Selected to Super Lawyers: 2014 - 2018 Brandon thoroughly understands any complex matter he faces and is trusted by clients to outwork his opponents and deliver favorable results without unnecessarily combative behavior. He has successfully handled complex commercial litigation cases across industries and is known as a go-to attorney for large construction cases and energy disputes. Jeremy Doyle Selected to Super Lawyers: 2012 - 2018 Clients trust Jeremy with their high stakes litigation and contingency fee cases because he always has a game plan. In disputes ranging from legal malpractice to oil and gas, fiduciary duty, and private equity matters, Jeremy has demonstrated a unique ability to represent his clients aggressively without pursuing frivolous lawsuits or scorched earth tactics. Jean Frizzell Selected to Super Lawyers: 2003 - 2018 Named to Top 100 Houston Super Lawyers: 2012, 2017 - 2018 Jean’s talent and focus on winning ethically has earned the respect of peers and clients alike. Having tried numerous cases and arbitrations as lead trial counsel, Jean is renowned for his courtroom skills. His practice spans complex commercial litigation, with particular depth in securities matters, energy disputes, and contract and fiduciary duty claims. Mike Oldham Selected to Super Lawyers: 2012 - 2018 Named to Top 100 Houston Super Lawyers: 2014 - 2018 Mike is known by peers and clients for his relentless determination and ability to get up to speed quickly. Plaintiffs and defendants rely on his exceptional ability to explain complicated issues and persuasively tell his clients’ stories to a jury. An industry generalist by choice, he has an impressive track record of successfully handling high stakes and contingency fee cases for companies, private equity groups, and entrepreneurs. Chris Reynolds Selected to Super Lawyers: 2003 - 2018 Named to Top 100 Houston Super Lawyers: 2007 - 2008, 2013 - 2018 Peers and clients laud Chris for the hands-on style and personal touch he brings to all matters. With over three decades of experience and dozens of successful trials and arbitrations, Chris is the consummate trial attorney. He focuses exclusively on complex commercial and business litigation and arbitration and is particularly adept at representing clients in highly technical industries, such as oil and gas, electricity generation and trading, engineering and construction, and software technology. About Super Lawyers Each year, Super Lawyers selects attorneys on a state-by-state basis using a patented multiphase selection process. The objective is to create a credible, comprehensive, and diverse listing of attorneys that can be used as a resource for both attorneys and consumers looking for legal counsel. Peer nominations and evaluations are combined with independent research. From that list, the lawyers in the top 5% in the state are selected to the Super Lawyers list. Click here to learn more.

Harris Wells recently joined Reynolds Frizzell as an Associate. He is an honors graduate of The University of Texas Law School and served as Research Editor of the Texas Law Review. Harris’ practice centers on business litigation in the energy, real estate, and financial industries. Harris brings exceptional problem-solving skills and innate inner drive to every matter. His unique background includes work as a business analyst, technology consultant, ranch hand, and even a funeral home assistant. This robust history, and his knack for research, has earned Harris a reputation as an attorney who’s not afraid to roll his sleeves up to develop novel, winning arguments. “With diverse experience and a strong work ethic, Harris will be a valuable asset to the firm,” says Partner Jeremy Doyle. “We’re excited to see his rich skill set enhance the team’s success.”

Texas Lawyer has recognized Reynolds Frizzell as the Small Firm Litigation Department of the Year for 2017.  The award recognizes the top department in general litigation for the following sizes: small, midsize, and large.  Reynolds Frizzell is honored to receive such an award. Click to read the full article here.

The Legal 500 United States has ranked Reynolds Frizzell LLP as Tier 3 in the practice area of Energy Litigation: Oil and Gas. Partner Chris Reynolds is recognized as a Leading Individual as well as a Recommended Attorney in the practice area of Energy Litigation: Oil and Gas. Partners Jean Frizzell, Brandon Allen and Solace Southwick are recognized as Recommended Attorneys in the practice area of Energy Litigation: Oil and Gas.  

Reynolds Frizzell LLP has been ranked as a Band 2 firm in the Texas, Litigation: General Commercial department. Partners Chris Reynolds, Jean Frizzell, Jeremy Doyle and Mike Oldham were also recognized as ranked individuals: Chris Reynolds is ranked as Band 2 in both the Texas, Litigation: Energy and Natural Resources and Texas, Litigation: General Commercial departments; Jean Frizzell is ranked as Band 1 in the Texas, Litigation: General Commercial department; Jeremy Doyle is ranked as Band 4 in the Texas, Litigation: General Commercial department; Mike Oldham is ranked as a Recognized Practitioner in the Texas, Litigation: General Commercial department.

By Michelle Casady Law360, Houston (May 9, 2017, 5:28 PM EDT) -- BHP Billiton Petroleum LLC has filed a lawsuit in state district court in Houston alleging that Exco Operating Company LP owes it millions of dollars in royalties and other payments related to revenue from drilling operations in Louisiana that Exco originally said it was holding in suspense but now refuses to hand over. BHP told the court in a suit filed on Friday that it sent demand letters for payment in August 2015, and Exco said it would deposit the funds in the registry of the court while a lawsuit between BHP and another company, Devon Energy Production Co., over ownership of the wells was resolved. But that litigation has been settled, BHP told the court, and Exco has failed to make the payments. The funds held in suspense, BHP explained in the petition, were from both leased property and property not subject to a lease under Louisiana law, in which BHP was an “unleased mineral interest owner.” View Full Article on Law360

Reynolds Frizzell LLP recently launched a refreshed website, complete with a new design, updated attorney bios, and highlights some of the great results the Firm has achieved for clients. Offering a deeper look at the Firm's values, the new website opens the door to the unique minds behind Reynolds Frizzell, with insight into how they address complex cases while holding integrity as the highest of priorities. The website launched February 15, 2017.

Reynolds Frizzell LLP has made the Fifth Annual Benchmark Litigation Shortlist – an honor awarded to a small, prestigious group of litigation firms across the country. Benchmark exclusively covers the litigation and disputes market in North America and is the definitive guide to litigation firms in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Honorees for the annual Shortlist are chosen by careful research conducted in March and November of the previous year. Reynolds Frizzell was also recently recognized by Benchmark as one of the Top Ten Litigation Boutiques in the U.S. The awards ceremony will be held on Thursday, February 16, 2017 at the Essex House in New York City.

Benchmark Litigation has named Reynolds Frizzell one of the Top 10 Litigation Boutiques in the U.S. for 2017. The selection process includes six months of intensive peer, client, and case review. "The firm is honored by the award," says Partner Chris Reynolds. "We owe a great deal of recognition to our clients for entrusting us with their most challenging cases. We wouldn't be here without them." Click here to read more about this honor.