Staff
We take pride in the talent of our people. Working with the attorneys to provide a quality product and comprehensive service to our clients, our well-trained personnel work ably and responsively in the performance of their tasks. These individuals assure that each area of the firm maintains the optimum level of efficiency.
The average tenure for personnel is 20+ years, which provides stable, effective working relationships among firm members and for long-term clients. Our attorneys and staff share a commitment to their careers, to the firm’s standards and goals, and to vigorous representation of our clients’ interests. In return, we provide an environment in which that commitment is supported and is allowed to flourish.
Mr Jones tries lawsuits in state and federal courts, emphasizing in intellectual property litigation, oil and gas litigation and commercial litigation.
Mr. Bufe assists Texas employers with a wide variety of employment and personnel matters, including preparation of employment contracts and policies.
Mr. Hedrick handles business law matters, including commercial lending and real estate documentation, negotiation, business contracts, formation, and organization.
Mr. Thames focuses on estate planning, probate, and business litigation. He routinely assists individuals as well as companies accomplish their goals in these areas.
Mr. Simpson handles a wide variety of oil, gas and mineral law matters, including those related to leasing, drilling, production, acquisition and sale of energy related assets.
Mr. Minton specialized in litigation, medical malpractice, oil and gas, real estate, general business, and mediation. His 65+ years of experience is invaluable to the firm.
Mr. Bell handles a variety of commercial real estate, business and lending transactions, and general business matters. His client base includes business owners, developers, and banks.
Mr. Hassett’s practice focuses on complex patent litigation between industry competitors and against non-practicing entities. He represents individual business owners as well as large multinational corporations.