Fort Worth Law Firm Real Estate Attorneys, Insurance Lawyers

James M. Whitton
has practiced for over 30 years representing public and private educational entities in all aspects of school law.
Jerrod L. Rinehart
represents both domestic and international insurers in insurance claims litigation in federal and state courts.
Joseph A. Drago
has extensive experience in insurance coverage and insurance defense litigation in federal and state courts.
Nicholl B. Garza Wade
practices primarily in the areas of construction and commercial litigation.
Thomas E. Myers
has practiced for over 20 years representing public and private educational entities in all aspects of school law.
Lynn Rossi Scott
has practiced over 30 years representing public and private educational entities in all aspects of school and public law.
Luther W. Ellis (Retired)
has practiced in the area of commercial real estate for over 40 years.
Amanda B. Hernandez
practices in the areas of commercial real estate, banking, estate planning and probate, creditor rights and bankruptcy.
Bruce S. Campbell
has practiced in the areas of medical negligence and insurance defense litigation for over 25 years.
A. William Brackett
has practiced corporate, oil and gas, real estate, and banking and commercial lending law for more than 40 years.
Michael W. Sweet
has substantial experience representing clients in estate planning, probate, trust and estate tax.
Russell J. Norment
has practiced in the areas of commercial real estate and banking for over 30 years.
Veronica Chavez Law
practices primarily in the area of commercial real estate.
Manuel Ramos
practices in the areas of insurance defense, commercial litigation and general litigation.
Henri J. Dussault
has practiced in the areas of insurance defense and medical negligence litigation for over 25 years.
Jeffrey M. Tillman
practices primarily in the areas of general litigation, commercial litigation, and insurance defense.
Ronald L. Adams
has practiced in the area of estate planning and probate for over 30 years.
Richard H. Gateley
has practiced insurance and commercial litigation for over 40 years.
Kevin C. Smith
practices in the areas of commercial litigation, appellate, and school law
Lori R. Thomas
has more than 25 years’ experience representing insurers in matters involving first- and third-party insurance coverage and bad faith.
Kenyatta M. Braggs
has over 20 years experience working at the Federal, State, and local levels of government and represents private and public educational entities.
Coby D. Smith
has practiced over 20 years representing clients in state district and appellate courts in a broad range of legal issues.
Elaine S. Morris
has substantial experience representing insurance companies in insurance coverage opinions and related litigation.
J. Andrew Norman
practices in the areas of business transactions and commercial litigation.
Joseph F. Cleveland Jr.
has significant trial and appellate experience in the areas of commercial and intellectual property litigation.
J. Heath Coffman
has significant experience representing clients in a variety of business and commercial cases and arbitrations.
Joe D. Tolbert
has represented businesses and individuals for over 26 years.
James A. Creel
has practiced tax law and estate planning and probate for over 40 years.
April F. Robbins
has practiced in the area of insurance defense litigation for over 20 years.
Maritza Y. Sanchez
practices primarily in the area of insurance defense.
Angélique M. McCall
practices in the areas of intellectual property, insurance, and litigation
Laura W. Docker James
has significant experience representing employers, medical professionals and individuals in federal and state courts.
Carter L. Ferguson
has practiced for over 30 years in the areas of corporate law, real estate, and insurance and commercial litigation.
Mark F. Maples
practices in the areas of estate planning and probate

Noteworthy

Super Lawyer
Schools and Education Law
By Thomson Reuters in Texas Monthly (2005-2014)
Signifying a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement
Top Attorney
Civil Law-Litigation
Fort Worth, Texas Magazine (2016)
Rated AV Preeminent
Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review
Signifying the highest level of professional excellence and adherence to the highest ethical standards – a distinction achieved by fewer than 5% of attorneys nationwide
Brackett & Ellis Awarded Recognition of Excellence
Claims & Litigation Management Alliance (2013)
Signifying excellence in adherence to the highest professional standards and integrity in insurance claims litigation
Super Lawyer
Schools and Education Law
By Thomson Reuters in Texas Monthly (2005-2015)
Signifying a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement
Best Lawyers in America
Education Law
By Woodward White in The Best Lawyers in America (2009-2016)
Regarded as a significant honor conferred on a lawyer by his or her peers
Rated AV Preeminent
Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review
Signifying the highest level of professional excellence and adherence to the highest ethical standards – a distinction achieved by fewer than 5% of attorneys nationwide
Board Certified
Commercial Real Estate Law
Texas Board of Legal Specialization
A mark of excellence and distinguishing accomplishment – achieved by fewer than 10% of practicing attorneys in Texas
Board Certified
Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Personal Injury Trial Law
A mark of excellence and distinguishing accomplishment – achieved by fewer than 10% of practicing attorneys in Texas
Rated AV Preeminent
Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review
Signifying the highest level of professional excellence and adherence to the highest ethical standards – a distinction achieved by fewer than 5% of attorneys nationwide
Board Certified
Estate Planning and Probate
Texas Board of Legal Specialization
A mark of excellence and distinguishing accomplishment – achieved by fewer than 10% of practicing attorneys in Texas
Rated AV Preeminent
Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review
Signifying the highest level of professional excellence and adherence to the highest ethical standards – a distinction achieved by fewer than 5% of attorneys nationwide
Top Attorney
Real Estate
Fort Worth, Texas Magazine (2006-2018)
Brackett & Ellis Awarded Recognition of Excellence
Claims & Litigation Management Alliance (2013)
Signifying excellence in adherence to the highest professional standards and integrity in insurance claims litigation
Board Certified
Civil Trial Law
Texas Board of Legal Specialization
A mark of excellence and distinguishing accomplishment – achieved by fewer than 10% of practicing attorneys in Texas
Brackett & Ellis Awarded Recognition of Excellence
Claims & Litigation Management Alliance (2013)
Signifying excellence in adherence to the highest professional standards and integrity in insurance claims litigation
Board Certified
Estate Planning and Probate
Texas Board of Legal Specialization
A mark of excellence and distinguishing accomplishment – achieved by fewer than 10% of practicing attorneys in Texas
Brackett & Ellis Awarded Recognition of Excellence
Claims & Litigation Management Alliance (2013)
Signifying excellence in adherence to the highest professional standards and integrity in insurance claims litigation
Brackett & Ellis Awarded Recognition of Excellence
Claims & Litigation Management Alliance (2013)
Signifying excellence in adherence to the highest professional standards and integrity in insurance claims litigation
Rated AV Preeminent
Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review
Signifying the highest level of professional excellence and adherence to the highest ethical standards – a distinction achieved by fewer than 5% of attorneys nationwide
U.S. Best Law Firms
Education Law
Brackett & Ellis, P.C. is regionally ranked in 4 practice areas. The U.S. News - Best Lawyers. "Best Law Firms" rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process.
Brackett & Ellis Recognized in Best Directory of Insurance Attorneys
A. M. Best Company (2015)
Inclusion limited to firms recommended by representatives of insurance companies and meeting A.M. Best’s standards of reputation, character and experience
Brackett & Ellis Recognized in Best Directory of Insurance Attorneys
A. M. Best Company (2015)
Inclusion limited to firms recommended by representatives of insurance companies and meeting A. M. Best's standards of reputation, character and experience
Top Attorney
Business/Commercial
Fort Worth, Texas Magazine (2016)
Board Certified
Civil Trial Law
Texas Board of Legal Specialization
A mark of excellence and distinguishing accomplishment – achieved by fewer than 10% of practicing attorneys in Texas
Top Attorney
Professional Malpractice (Non-Medical)-Defense
Fort Worth, Texas Magazine (2016)
Board Certified
Construction Law
Texas Board of Legal Specialization
A mark of excellence and distinguishing accomplishment – achieved by fewer than 10% of practicing attorneys in Texas
Board Certified
Tax Law
Texas Board of Legal Specialization
A mark of excellence and distinguishing accomplishment – achieved by fewer than 10% of practicing attorneys in Texas
Brackett & Ellis Awarded Recognition of Excellence
Claims & Litigation Management Alliance (2013)
Signifying excellence in adherence to the highest professional standards and integrity in insurance claims litigation
Brackett & Ellis Awarded Recognition of Excellence
Claims & Litigation Management Alliance (2013)
Signifying excellence in adherence to the highest professional standards and integrity in insurance claims litigation
Brackett & Ellis Awarded Recognition of Excellence
Claims & Litigation Management Alliance (2013)
Signifying excellence in adherence to the highest professional standards and integrity in insurance claims litigation
Top Attorney
Civil Law-Litigation
Fort Worth, Texas Magazine (2016)
Rated AV Preeminent
Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review
Signifying the highest level of professional excellence and adherence to the highest ethical standards – a distinction achieved by fewer than 5% of attorneys nationwide
Honorable John C. Ford Inn of Court
American Inns of Court
Fostering excellence in professionalism, ethics, civility and legal skills.