Litigation/Trials
Trial skills matter—even in a world where few disputes ever see the inside of a courtroom. Winston has built a reputation as a trial lawyers’ firm, featuring seasoned litigators who leverage extensive courtroom experience to meet our clients’ business and legal objectives. Our long history of taking cases to trial—and winning—provides our clients with tremendous settlement leverage with their adversaries, as well as a substantial likelihood of a favorable resolution if, and when, they go to trial.
Areas of Focus
Diving into the minds of Winston’s notable trial lawyers, this series explores how they craft compelling narratives that resonate with juries and judges alike. Interviewed by Litigation Department Co-Chair Linda Coberly, our partners share their experiences and strategies for turning complex—and often technical—facts into powerful stories that shape the outcomes of trials. Discover how these master storytellers balance logic and emotion to advocate for their clients and bring a case to life in the courtroom.
Notable
7 Lawyers Repeatedly Featured on “Top 100 Trial Lawyers List”
“[Winston] features a team of outstanding litigators with decades of experience handling complex issues…”
Ranked one of the nation’s “Top 20 Trial Law Firms” since 2019
2019 “Trial Group of the Year”
Winston Attorneys Featured on the 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Antitrust & Competition Lawyers List
Tom Melsheimer Featured in a Texas Lawbook Article Discussing Potential White Collar Litigation Trends Under Trump Administration
Jeffrey Steinfeld Discusses Compassionate Release Win for Client Paul Paradis with the Daily Journal