We are pleased to recognize the following Underwood attorneys who have been named to the 2026 Texas Super Lawyers list, as well as the attorneys included on the Rising Stars list.
2026 Texas Super Lawyers
The Super Lawyers selections are based on peer recognition and notable professional achievements. Each year, only the top five percent of Texas attorneys receive this honor.
John Atkins – Business & Corporate, Mergers & Acquisitions, Securities & Corporate Finance
Slater Elza – Civil Litigation; Business Litigation; Municipal
Angelica Farinacci – Estate Planning & Probate, Estate & Trust Litigation
Jason Fenton – Business Litigation; Personal Injury
Cara Kennemer – Construction
Jennie Knapp – Appellate; Civil Litigation
Ann Manning – Schools & Education; Labor & Employment
Mitzi Mayfield – Transportation & Maritime; Business Litigation; Civil Litigation
Tom Riney – Civil Litigation; Business Litigation; Personal Injury
Richard Schellhammer – Construction
Fred Stormer – Schools and Education
Christopher Wrampelmeier – Family Law
2026 Texas Super Lawyers Rising Stars
The attorneys below were selected in the Texas Super Lawyers 2026 Rising Star list. This list highlights exceptional young attorneys chosen based on a combination of peer evaluations and independent research.
Clint Davis – Estate Planning & Probate, Estate & Trust Litigation
Austin Estelle – Construction Litigation
Stephanie James – Civil Litigation, Health Care, Employment Litigation
Congratulations to the Underwood attorneys included on these prestigious lists.