Recent Snell News
On July 24, 2020, the Third Court of Appeals issued an opinion that largely affirmed a 2018 jury verdict obtained by the Snell Law Firm in favor of its client on all causes of action. The court’s memorandum opinion, aside for a very minor exception, affirms Judge Soifer’s rulings and the judgment entered. The decision […]
Read MoreDear Everyone, In these uncertain times, we want to ensure current, past and future clients of the Snell Law Firm’s continued operations. the Snell Law Firm remains fully-operational, accessible and accepting of new cases. As always, our priority is protecting and serving our clients\’ interests. While most courts have changed the way they do business, […]
Read MoreOn May 21, 2019, after a two-day jury trial in Travis County District Court, the Snell Law Firm secured a jury verdict in favor of its client, Studio M Select Wines. The focal point of this suit was a poorly drafted 20-year-old billboard lease, which was inherited by Studio M and Defendant Reagan National Advertising […]
Read MoreOn Thursday, May 9, after a four-day jury trial in Travis County District Court, the Snell Law Firm secured a jury verdict in favor of its clients, Eli and Clare Chan. The jury’s verdict, returned late in the evening, awarded the Chans their economic damages and additional damages for one of the defendant’s knowing and […]
Read MoreOn October 19, Jason Snell served on a panel at the 14th Annual Ultimate Trial Notebook Seminar to discuss the topic of “Opening Statements: Facts Versus Persuasion.” Panelists included Rikky Rivers of Rivers McNamara and U.S. Magistrate Judge Mark Lane. During the panel discussion, Jason Snell and co-panelists provided insight on how to give effective […]
Read MoreOn Friday, September 28, 2018, the Snell Law Firm obtained a jury verdict in favor of its client on all claims brought by Plaintiff. The week-long jury trial was before Judge Jan Soifer in the 345th Judicial District Court, Travis County, Texas. After Judge Jan Soifer entered a directed verdict the day before in favor […]
Read Morethe Snell Law Firm is proud to announce Jason Snell has been appointed to serve as a committee member for the State Bar of Texas Jury Service Committee. Jason’s term is three years – 2018-2021. The appointment was made by State Bar of Texas President-elect Joe K. Longley. The State Bar of Texas Jury Service […]
Read MoreSenior Counsel J.R. Skrabanek was recently featured on the June 5, 2018 BrainStuff Podcast titled “What Can’t You Name Your Baby?” BrainStuff is a production of HowStuffWorks, an education website that explores the natural sciences for a diverse audience of listeners. To what extent can the law restrict what you can name your baby? An expecting parent […]
Read MoreEarlier this month, Senior Counsel J.R. Skrabanek and Legal Assistant Gabriella Villegas volunteered at the 11th annual Women’s Resource Fair. J.R. provided advice and counsel to a number of financially distressed women having trouble finding legal representation in Central Texas. Organized by the Austin Young Lawyers Association (AYLA), the Women’s Resource Fair is a comprehensive […]
Read MoreOn Tuesday, May 15, after a two-day bench trial in Travis County Court at Law, the Snell Law Firm obtained a verdict in favor of its client, Richard Keating. The Court’s verdict was a complete victory and awarded Mr. Keating all of his economic damages, consulting fees, and attorney fees. The trial included testimony from […]
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