Successful high-stakes appeals require more than legal knowledge — they demand strategic judgment, persuasive advocacy, and a deep understanding of how appellate courts think. At Hicks Johnson, we bring all of that to every engagement. Our appellate lawyers work seamlessly with trial teams to protect favorable verdicts, reverse adverse outcomes, and shape the law in ways that matter to our clients.

We handle the full spectrum of appellate work. From early interventions such as mandamus and interlocutory appeals to trial-phase strategy on jury charges, dispositive and post-judgment motions, and error preservation, we position cases for success long before the notice of appeal is filed. And when those cases reach the appellate courts, we deliver clear, compelling briefs and focused oral arguments that resonate with judges and drive results.

Built on Experience

Our experience spans the country. We have represented plaintiffs and defendants in the U.S. Supreme Court, the Supreme Court of Texas, and the highest courts of other states, as well as nearly every federal court of appeals across the nation. We also regularly appear in Texas intermediate appellate courts and other state intermediate courts nationwide. The matters we handle are as varied as they are significant, including complex commercial disputes, constitutional issues, statutory interpretation, fiduciary and professional liability, products and premises liability, and other high-stakes civil appeals.

Our appellate team combines decades of practice, deep subject-matter knowledge, and a proven record of success in high-stakes appeals. The complementary strengths of our appellate lawyers — exceptional writing that commands attention, seasoned oral advocacy, board certification in Civil Appellate Law, and clerkships with judges providing unique insights into judicial decision-making — position us to deliver exceptional results for clients facing their most consequential challenges.

Whether we are stepping in after trial or shaping the record from the outset, our goal is the same: to deliver practical, business-focused results through elite appellate advocacy.