I’m thrilled to announce the launch of Texas Appellate Counsel PLLC, a solo practice dedicated to appellate advocacy, trial support, and consulting for trial lawyers.

This online publication is part of that venture. It reflects both the firm’s name and my work as a lawyer.

A New Start (But Not Uncharted Territory)

I’ve had my own firm and published online before, so this isn’t new ground for me.

I hung my own shingle for the first time in 2006 after nine years in BigLaw. Shortly afterward, I started the first blog focused on Texas appellate practice and ran it for many years. Blogging was a great way for me to get my name out there as a young lawyer, and I took to it quickly and enthusiastically. But my posts tapered off as my practice grew to include multiple offices, lawyers, and staff. By the time the pandemic hit, I was solo once more and hardly posted at all.

In early 2021, I was invited to join some great friends and lawyers in the growing Austin office of an AmLaw 200 firm. I welcomed the change and quickly found my place. I became an equity partner, served on the recruiting and AI committees, mentored our young lawyers, and periodically posted on firm blogs.

Over time, though, I couldn’t shake the feeling that something was missing.

Recapturing My Voice

I missed the degree of control I had over my practice before, including who I work with and the services I offer. I wanted to help a broader cross-section of Texas lawyers and to publish what struck me—on my own terms and in my own voice.

With my new practice and blog, I’m setting out to do just that. I plan to share insights on the intersection of trial and appellate practice in a direct, conversational, and decidedly non-corporate way. From emerging case law to practical trial strategies, I’ll draw on nearly thirty years of experience to tackle real-world challenges facing Texas trial lawyers and their clients.

Join Me on the Journey

I’m grateful for my latest law firm experience. There’s much to be said for the support and camaraderie I left behind. Staying would have been easier, but I’ve moved on to where I’m meant to be.

I want Texas Appellate Counsel—the firm and the site—to become a trusted resource for those tackling high-stakes issues in Texas courts. If you find this content valuable, please consider subscribing and sharing it with others who might benefit.

Thank you for reading. I look forward to the conversations ahead!