Reynolds Frizzell has once again been recognized by The Legal 500 as a leading firm for “Energy Litigation: Oil & Gas” in its 2020 edition. In the same category, partner Chris Reynolds advanced to the top tier “Hall of Fame” list after being recognized as a “Leading Lawyer” for the past two years. The Legal 500 “Hall of Fame” 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 ten attorneys to receive this honor.

According to The Legal 500, “Houston-based litigation firm Reynolds Frizzell LLP has extensive experience in bet-the-company energy disputes in the state, federal and appeal courts, and also handles arbitration proceedings. The practice represents some of the biggest names in the oil and gas industry. Chris Reynolds is a hugely experienced trial lawyer with substantial expertise in the oil and gas sector. Jean Frizzell is also highly reputed.”

Key Reynolds Frizzell team members also recognized by The Legal 500 include Jeremy Doyle, Brandon Allen, Mike Oldham, and Nathan Smith. In addition, the publication recognized key firm work highlights, including:

  • Transocean Offshore Deepwater Drilling in patent infringement litigation and a breach of contract lawsuit seeking over $200m in damages against Noble and its related entities.
  • Discovery Producer Services in a claim against working interest owners alleging wrongful termination of a long-term gas gathering and purchasing agreement.
  • Huntsman Petrochemical in a successful jury trial, obtaining $4m judgment in a complex, multi-party employment dispute.
  • Moody National Companies in a dispute relating to a tenant-in-common investment in a hotel property.
  • Omnova obtaining a $5m judgment for the fraudulent inducement of Omnova’s acquisition of New Fluid Solutions

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