Underwood Law Firm is pleased to announce that twelve attorneys in thirteen practice areas were recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 edition by Best Lawyers®. One attorney was also recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America 2026.

The Best Lawyers in America® 2026

Amarillo, Texas

1. Roger Cox– Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights/ Insolvency and Reorganization Law
2. Gavin Gadberry– Health Care Law
3. Stephanie James– Commercial Litigation and Labor and Employment Law
4. Mitzi Mayfield– Personal Injury Litigation-Defendants
5. Tom Riney– Legal Malpractice Law, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions, Medical Malpractice Law, Personal Injury Litigation, and Product Liability Litigation
6. Fred Stormer– Education Law
7. Kelly Utsinger– Insurance Law
8. Christopher Wrampelmeier– Family Law

Fort Worth, Texas

9. Cara Kennemer– Construction Law and Litigation – Construction
10. Richard Schellhammer– Construction Law

Lubbock, Texas

11. David Backus– Education Law
12. Ann Manning– Education Law

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America 2026

Fort Worth, Texas

• Clint Davis– Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) and Trusts and Estates

Lawyers on The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America lists are divided by geographic region and practice areas. They are reviewed by their peers based on professional expertise and undergo a rigorous evaluation process.