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Five ONDA Attorneys Named to the Lawdragon's List of Top Young Lawyers for 2025
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Five attorneys with family law firm Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson have been selected to the Lawdragon 500 X — The Next Generation of Leading Lawyers list for 2025. The list from globally recognized legal guide Lawdragon includes the top young attorneys in the world, based on journalistic research and peer vetting by the Lawdragon editorial team. 'These lawyers provide a forecast of the fascinating future of global law practice,' Lawdragon said in announcing this year's list. ONDA partner Jacob Jeffries and associates Melissa Cowle and Christopher Lambert are repeat honorees, and associates Christopher Konneker and Frances Seman made the list for the first time. Each was recognized for their expertise in family law. 'We are proud to have so many ONDA attorneys on this list,' managing partner Scott Downing said. 'It demonstrates the firm's commitment to its clients in having so many talented lawyers on our team.' Mr. Jeffries, who has been on the list since the guide's inauguration two years ago, has extensive experience handling family law matters, including divorce, child custody and support, property division, marital agreements, appeals, enforcements and matters that are rarely litigated or that involve more obscure issues from the Texas Family Code. Mr. Jeffries, Ms. Cowle, Mr. Lambert and Mr. Konneker are all board certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a designation that requires specific practice qualifications, references, extended family law education, comprehensive testing and demonstrated expertise in family law cases. Lawdragon has more than 35 years of experience in researching and reporting on the legal profession and creating guides to highlight the best legal professionals in various areas of practice. For more about the 2025 Lawdragon X — The Next Generation of Leading Lawyers, click here. About ONDA Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson has served families for more than 30 years. With offices in Dallas, Frisco and San Antonio, ONDA is one of Texas' largest family law firms. Each partner is board certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and each is a member of the Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists.
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Johnston Tobey Baruch Shareholders Earn Repeat Honors in D Magazine's Best Lawyer Survey
Community respect, client trust drive repeat recognition for Randy Johnston, Robert Tobey and Chad Baruch DALLAS, April 25, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Boutique trial and litigation firm Johnston Tobey Baruch is proud to announce the selection of shareholders Randy Johnston, Robert Tobey and Chad Baruch to D Magazine's Best Lawyers in Dallas 2025 listing. "We couldn't receive honors like this without the trust of our clients," said Mr. Baruch, the firm's managing shareholder. "Thank you to the legal community for the collaboration and for selecting us again." Mr. Johnston, the go-to attorney on legal professional malpractice, received his nod for excellence in professional liability litigation. He is board certified in civil trial law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and is a well-decorated, award-winning attorney who has received state and national honors including from the Dallas Bar Association who has named him a "Texas Trial Legend" and a "Trial Lawyer of the Year." Along with being the firm's co-founder, he is a recognized legal author. Mr. Tobey, past president of the Dallas Bar Association, is board certified in consumer and commercial law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. The firm's co-founder recently provided his expertise to Law360, breaking down new rules affecting Texas lawyers. Mr. Baruch comes off a streak of wins before the state's appellate courts on a range of cases. Board certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in civil appellate law, he is sought after for his appellate expertise and regularly appears in the media analyzing legal topics. Earlier this month, Mr. Baruch was named to Lawdragon's 100 Managing Partners You Need to Know, a national legal guide. About Johnston Tobey Baruch Johnston Tobey Baruch is a dynamic law practice based in Dallas. Its trial and appellate attorneys have a broad range of litigation, arbitration and appellate experience. They are pioneers in the handling of legal and accounting malpractice, investment fraud and business disputes. They also have an enviable track record with insurance bad faith matters, commercial litigation and fiduciary litigation as well as civil, family and criminal appeals for many prominent Texas companies and individuals. For more information, visit View source version on Contacts Media Contact: BeLynn Hollers800-559-4534Belynn@
Business Wire
25-04-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Johnston Tobey Baruch Shareholders Earn Repeat Honors in D Magazine's Best Lawyer Survey
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Boutique trial and litigation firm Johnston Tobey Baruch is proud to announce the selection of shareholders Randy Johnston, Robert Tobey and Chad Baruch to D Magazine's Best Lawyers in Dallas 2025 listing. 'We couldn't receive honors like this without the trust of our clients,' said Mr. Baruch, the firm's managing shareholder. 'Thank you to the legal community for the collaboration and for selecting us again.' Mr. Johnston, the go-to attorney on legal professional malpractice, received his nod for excellence in professional liability litigation. He is board certified in civil trial law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and is a well-decorated, award-winning attorney who has received state and national honors including from the Dallas Bar Association who has named him a 'Texas Trial Legend' and a 'Trial Lawyer of the Year.' Along with being the firm's co-founder, he is a recognized legal author. Mr. Tobey, past president of the Dallas Bar Association, is board certified in consumer and commercial law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. The firm's co-founder recently provided his expertise to Law360, breaking down new rules affecting Texas lawyers. Mr. Baruch comes off a streak of wins before the state's appellate courts on a range of cases. Board certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in civil appellate law, he is sought after for his appellate expertise and regularly appears in the media analyzing legal topics. Earlier this month, Mr. Baruch was named to Lawdragon's 100 Managing Partners You Need to Know, a national legal guide. About Johnston Tobey Baruch Johnston Tobey Baruch is a dynamic law practice based in Dallas. Its trial and appellate attorneys have a broad range of litigation, arbitration and appellate experience. They are pioneers in the handling of legal and accounting malpractice, investment fraud and business disputes. They also have an enviable track record with insurance bad faith matters, commercial litigation and fiduciary litigation as well as civil, family and criminal appeals for many prominent Texas companies and individuals. For more information, visit
Associated Press
10-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
ONDA Family Law Celebrates Legal Assistant Earning Board Certification
Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson, LLP (ONDA), one of the largest family law firms in Texas, is pleased to announce that legal assistant Melissa Hopkins has earned board certification as a family law paralegal from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. 'Our firm strives for the highest standards, and Melissa's achievement further strengthens the exceptional service we provide to our clients every day,' said managing partner Scott Downing. 'We appreciate and admire her commitment to excellence and are proud to see more team members earning this important distinction.' The paralegal certification process closely resembles the rigorous standards required for attorney certification. Candidates must have at least five years of experience as a paralegal, undergo a thorough evaluation of their work under the supervision of a licensed Texas attorney and demonstrate a strong record of continuing legal education in their practice area. The final step toward certification is passing a comprehensive half-day specialty examination. Paralegal certification 'recognizes and promotes the availability, quality, and utilization of the services of paralegals who, working under the supervision of duly licensed attorneys, have achieved a level of special knowledge in particular areas of law,' according to the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Family law is one of only eight practice areas that qualify for paralegal board certification. ONDA is widely known for having attorneys board certified in family law, a prestigious designation held by less than 1% of Texas attorneys. Ms. Hopkins is the second on the firm's paralegal team to earn this certification. The most recent attorneys to do so include family lawyers Chris Konneker, Melissa Cowle, and Jacob Jeffries. Ms. Hopkins has nearly 10 years of experience working as a paralegal. She also serves as president of the Denton County Paralegal Association for 2025. About ONDA Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson has served families for more than 30 years. With offices in Dallas, Frisco and San Antonio, ONDA is one of Texas' largest family law firms. Each partner is board certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and each is a member of the Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists. Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson has served families for more than 30 years. With offices in Dallas, Frisco and San Antonio, ONDA is one of Texas' largest family law firms. Each partner is board certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and each is a member of the Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists. SOURCE: Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 02/10/2025 03:00 PM/DISC: 02/10/2025 03:02 PM
