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93 distinguished attorneys in Houston, Texas, each reviewed by the Lawyers of Distinction Selection Committee.

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Shelby Payne

Civil Litigation

11767 Katy Fwy ste 1100, Houston, TX 77079, USA

Shelby Payne’s experience bridges law, technology, and business—giving her the ability to tackle highly technical litigation and break down complex concepts for judges and juries alike. Before co-founding The Atlas Law Firm, she practiced at Porter Hedges, LLP where she represented businesses and individuals in a wide range of commercial disputes, including breach of contract, employment, and intellectual property litigation. Before becoming an attorney, Shelby worked in technology transfer and commercialization at Texas A&M and the University of Texas, where she assisted startups in securing licensing agreements, starting up new companies, and obtaining early-stage funding. Shelby was also a project manager for a $1.5 Million dollar Department of Defense-funded contract where she facilitated the transition of DoD-funded technologies into the civilian sector, working with scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs to develop, test and market their products. She also worked with the Aggie Angel Network, scouting companies seeking angel funding and coaching startups on their investment pitches. With a blend of legal expertise, technical knowledge, and business insight, Shelby brings a unique perspective to every case. Whether litigating in state or federal court, or negotiating settlements, she provides clients with strategic, informed advocacy backed by real-world industry insight.

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Sue West

Sue West

Member

Personal Injury Law

738 S. Hwy. 6, Suite 180, Houston, TX 77079

Sue E. West, experienced personal injury attorney, earned her B.S. in Psychology from the University of Houston where she graduated with honors. Soon after, she enrolled in Law School and graduated from South Texas College of Law in 2001. She was admitted to the Texas State Bar in the same year. During her time in law school, in addition to continuing to work for a prominent Houston Personal Injury firm, she also worked in the South Texas Legal Clinic helping low income individuals obtain Social Security benefits and helped individuals overcome obstacles pertaining to divorce. Ms. West has been representing injured individuals since 1994. Her entire legal career has been focused on personal injury accidents including incidents involving: Automobiles Motorcycles 18-wheeler accidents Dog bite accidents Drunk driver accidents Wrongful deaths Slip and fall accidents Hit and run accidents On the job injuries Through her diligent efforts, Sue E. West has represented thousands of injured people. Her greatest reward in helping her clients get back on their feet and knowing that justice was served and an innocent victim did not have to suffer from someone else’s negligent actions without recourse. Helping people get back on their feet and moving past their accident is why personal injury attorney Sue E. West works as hard as she does. Her endless commitment and passion to help her clients recover is one of the reasons she has been so successful in her legal career. She is motivated to have justice achieved in the personal injury arena,

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Tej Paranjpe

Personal Injury Law

3701 Kirby Drive, Suite 530, Houston, TX 77098

Mr. Paranjpe is a Managing Partner and Shareholder at Paranjpe Mahadass Ruemke LLP and represents plaintiffs in complex civil/commercial litigation, class actions, and personal injury litigation.

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