What makes the 20 lawyers in this award publication extraordinary? In a word: impact. The Texas Lawyer editorial department began the three-month selection process by asking readers to nominate attorneys licensed to practice law in Texas who have had an impact in the state in firms, government, nonprofits, academia and/or the corporate world within the past five years. We read each of the nearly 200 nominations then did our own research to arrive at the list of 20 influential lawyers.

There is no doubt that the 20 attorneys profiled have made significant contributions to law and lawyering in Texas. They stand up for the powerless, guide powerful corporations and extend a helping hand to the next generation of attorneys. Congratulations to these amazing lawyers!