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2026 Best Lawyers in America Recognizes Naman Howell Attorneys

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Naman Howell Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Edition of Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch®

Naman, Howell, Smith & Lee, PLLC raised the bar this year with all five office locations and 25 attorneys being included in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Among the attorneys’ many achievements, it’s important to note:

  • 3 received first-time honors on The Best Lawyers in America®
  • 6 were named to The Best Lawyers in America® list two years in a row.
  • 10 earned first-time honors on the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America®
  • 3 were named to the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch list two years in a row.

Both award designations are provided after an exhaustive four-month peer-review vetting evaluation focused on identifying leading attorneys who maintain rigorous legal skills, exceptional professionalism, and trusted integrity – values closely held by Naman Howell. The Best Lawyers in America list recognizes attorneys with ten or more years’ private practice experience, while the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch list highlights emerging legal leaders with five-nine years private practice experience. All award winners account for less than 6% of the entire legal counsel in the country, giving them a prestigious and competitive edge for clients and referral partners seeking superior legal representation.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FOLLOWING NAMAN HOWELL ATTORNEYS FOR BEING NAMED AS A 2026 THE BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA WINNER.

AUSTIN

Clark Aspy

  • Litigation – Insurance

Dennis W. Donley, Jr.

  • Administrative / Regulatory Law
  • Utilities Law

Rick Nemer

  • Administrative / Regulatory Law

Christopher B. Sayers 

  • Real Estate Law

FORT WORTH

Brad Dowell

  • Litigation - Labor and Employment

Grant Liser 

  • Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

Sandy C. Liser

  • Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

Shane O'Dell 

  • Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants

HOUSTON

Ryan T. Hand

  • Transportation Law

SAN ANTONIO

Mark Craun 

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Litigation - Construction

Michael Myers

  • Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
  • Product Liability Litigation - Defendants

David L. Ortega

  • Product Liability Litigation - Defendants

James M. Parker, Jr.

  • Appellate Practice

Larry D. Warren

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Construction Law
  • Litigation - Insurance

WACO

John P. Palmer

  • Family Law
  • Transportation Law

 

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FOLLOWING NAMAN HOWELL ATTORNEYS FOR BEING NAMED TO THE BEST LAWYERS: ONES TO WATCH IN AMERICA LIST:

AUSTIN

Michael S. Duncan

  • Appellate Practice

Madison N. Preston

  • Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants

Jean Raveney

  • Banking and Finance Law
  • Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
  • Mergers and Acquisitions Law

FORT WORTH

Alyse Burks

  • Commercial Litigation

Joanna Hughes

  • Insurance Law
  • Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants
  • Transportation Law

SAN ANTONIO

John Gomez

  • Personal Injury Law – Defendants

Evan F. Patterson

  • Commercial Litigation

Michelle Spencer

  • Personal Injury Law - Defendants

WACO

Stephen D. Carl

  • Family Law

Abbi W. Harris

  • Litigation – Intellectual Property

About Naman Howell Smith & Lee, PLLC

Since 1917, Naman Howell Smith & Lee has provided individuals and businesses throughout Texas with the personal attentiveness and expertise they need on their legal matters when they need it most. We pride ourselves on our heritage, vision, and exceptional results. For more information about Naman Howell, please visit namanhowell.com.

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