I focus my  practice on complex business litigation and life-altering personal injury matters.  During my carrer, I have represented plaintiffs and defendants in a variety of civil litigation matters in over 30 different states.  I have tried over 80 cases to a jury verdict.  I am Board Certified in Civil Trial Advocacy and Personal Injury Trial Law.  I also have a great deal of experience in litigation related to the life settlement business.  I am AV-rated (the highest legal rating available) by Martindale Hubbell and several times, I have been voted by my peers as one of the “Super Lawyers” in the State of Texas, including for 2008 through 2017.  I am managing partner for Heygood, Orr & Pearson.  For more information about our firm, please go to our website: