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Law as Leverage: How Legal Strategy Shapes Negotiation at the Highest Levels

In every high-stakes case I have taken on, I have learned that the law is not only a tool for justice but also one of the most powerful forms of leverage. Legal strategy influences the way deals are struck, how disputes are resolved, and even how reputations are protected. At the highest levels of business and litigation, negotiation is rarely

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From Houston to Headlines: What Being Profiled in Esquire Teaches About Power, Influence, and Reputation

I’ve spent my career in courtrooms, boardrooms, and sometimes on the front pages of newspapers. Being a trial lawyer in Houston means you’re not just representing clients—you’re representing yourself, your team, and your reputation. Recently, when Esquire ran a profile on me, it wasn’t just a moment of personal recognition; it was a reminder of how influence, power, and reputation

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Respond to Crises with Confidence

When you’ve been through enough battles—whether in the courtroom, the business arena, or in life—you learn that crises are inevitable. They show up uninvited, test your resolve, and often reveal more about you than you may want the world to see. But here’s the truth: it’s not the crisis itself that defines you. It’s how you respond. In my career,

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The Litigation Edge: Why Trial Experience Is the New Secret Weapon in Business Negotiation

From the Courtroom to the Boardroom Most people see trial lawyers as courtroom brawlers—legal warriors who battle it out in front of juries and walk away with headlines and high-stakes verdicts. But there’s a lesser-known advantage to having serious trial experience, especially in today’s business world. It’s not just about how you perform in court; it’s about how that experience

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Beyond the Verdict: Why Powerful Attorneys Are Becoming America’s Most Influential Philanthropists

The Power of the Legal Profession—Used for Good As trial lawyers, we’re trained to win. We’re battle-tested in courtrooms, skilled at persuading juries, and laser-focused on getting justice for our clients. But as I’ve moved through my career, I’ve realized something more important than the verdict: what we do with the influence, wealth, and platform that come after the win.

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