We handle difficult cases that require talent, perseverance and judgment. All of our partners were selected as Texas Super Lawyers or Texas Rising Stars last year in a statewide poll of their peers.

On many occasions we have stepped in to handle cases just before trial. We relish the opportunity to master complicated facts against tight deadlines and present a compelling, organized case to the court and jury.

Our lawyers are:

Experienced
We have tried cases in federal and state courts all over Texas and the U.S., argued cases in the United States Supreme Court and the Texas Supreme Court, and made important law in big cases.

Determined
We are dedicated to applying our talents creatively and relentlessly to our cases. We know that the individual lawyer's personal commitment and effort makes a difference in virtually all cases.

Intelligent
Our lawyers have graduated from the best law schools in the country, garnered academic and professional honors, and have won respect from judges and opposing lawyers.

Ethical
We pride ourselves on our reputation among other counsel and the judiciary, not only as trial lawyers, but also as officers of the court.

Professional Recognition

America's Leading Litigation Firms and Attorneys magazine (2008): SKV was recommended by our peers as one of the eleven leading litigation firms in Texas.

Chambers USA identified Smyser Kaplan & Veselka, L.L.P. as one of the leading litigation firms in Texas, stating in its 2008 Guide: "Although it may be the smallest firm featured in the table, this Houston-based outfit nonetheless punches above its weight. . . ." Chambers also recognized two of its partners, Craig Smyser and Lee Kaplan as among Texas' leading individual commercial litigators.