Company Research Report: Jackson Walker LLP

Company Overview

• Name: Jackson Walker LLP

• Mission: To solve clients’ complex legal challenges while helping them pursue worthwhile business opportunities using a straightforward and cost-effective approach.

• Founding: Jackson Walker was founded in 1887 by W. J. J. Smith in Dallas, Texas.

• Key People:

• Catherine (Cathy) Garza, Partner, Austin

• Meghan E. Griffiths, Chair of Environmental, Regulatory, and Legislative Practice Group

• Julia W. Mann, Managing Partner, San Antonio

• Headquarters: Dallas, Texas

• Number of Employees: Over 500 attorneys

• Revenue: No information is available.

• Known For: Being the largest law firm in Texas with deep experience across multiple practice areas; recognized as a "Texas Powerhouse" by Law360.

Products and Services

Legal Services Offerings

• What products do they offer?: A full range of legal services.

• High-level description of the product: Jackson Walker LLP provides comprehensive legal services across various practices including corporate and securities, energy, finance and banking, environment and natural resources, labor and employment, intellectual property, real estate, and more.

• Key Features of each of the services:

• Corporate & Securities: Handling complex transactions with expertise in mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and more.

• Energy: Specialized in regulatory issues, energy transactions, and compliance matters.

• Litigation: Recognized for complex litigation, including employment and intellectual property disputes.

• Labor & Employment: Providing strategies and litigations in employment law and employer compliance.

Recent Developments

• Recent developments in the company:

• Catherine (Cathy) Garza joined the Electric Regulatory practice, bringing expertise in regulatory and commercial litigation.

• Jackson Walker has been recognized in BTI Consulting Group’s list of top law firms for employment litigation.

• The selection of 11 attorneys featured in the '2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Dealmakers in America' list.

• New products launched:

• No formal product launches but expansion in service offerings, notably in electric regulatory practice.

• New features added to existing products:

• Involvement and counseling in diversity and inclusion, especially post-Harvard corporate landscape reforms.

• Partnerships:

• Membership in Globalaw, providing international legal support and services through collaborating with global law firms.

Jackson Walker LLP is distinct in offering over 100 areas of service with national and international capabilities, stemming from a depth of experience and a robust Texas presence. They maintain strong relations in Texas and extensive community and civic engagements, reinforcing their dedication to pro bono work and diversity initiatives.