\nRecognition highlights firm\u2019s emerging leadership and deep litigation expertise<\/i><\/p>
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Eight Hicks Thomas<\/a> attorneys, including two first-time honorees, have been named to the 2026 Lawdragon 500 X \u2013 The Next Generation legal guide, which recognizes the country\u2019s premier rising legal talent.<\/p> \nThe firm's deep and versatile litigation practice is highlighted by the selection of honorees across diverse commercial litigation categories. D. Ryan Cordell Jr.<\/a>, Allison Fisher<\/a>, Jessica K. Little<\/a>, Clarissa R. Medrano<\/a>, Aleza Remis<\/a> and Jessica Wahl<\/a> are repeat selections. Kelsey Hope<\/a> and Renee Wilkerson<\/a> mark their first year on the list.<\/p> \nThis year\u2019s honorees spotlight the firm's emerging leadership. Their recognition, paired with broader success in commercial and healthcare litigation, highlights the firm\u2019s depth across multiple practice areas.<\/p> \n\u201cThis honor is a testament to the exceptional talent we have within our ranks at our firm,\u201d said Hicks Thomas partner John B. Thomas<\/a>. \u201cThese attorneys are already making a significant impact for our clients, and we look forward to their leadership as they help shape the future of our firm.\u201d<\/p> \nLawdragon describes this year\u2019s honorees as those who \u201cchose a path to the law, sacrificed the long hours and investment required to get through law school and the bar and start a career. The sleepless nights, the terror of getting on your feet in court, in a boardroom, putting yourself on the line. When it matters.\u201d<\/p> \nHonorees are selected through nominations, independent research and peer recommendations.<\/p> \nView the complete list here<\/a>.<\/p> \nFounded in 1997, Texas-based Hicks Thomas LLP is a premier litigation firm representing plaintiffs and defendants across the nation. With offices in Houston, Austin, Beaumont, Amarillo and Sacramento, California, the firm provides in-depth experience in cases involving oil and gas (upstream, midstream and downstream), construction, environmental, complex commercial, toxic tort, products liability, corporate governance, securities, banking, insurance coverage, transportation, trade secrets and general business litigation. Learn more: http:\/\/www.hicks-thomas.com<\/a>.<\/p>