Company Research Report: Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP

Company Overview

• Name: Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP

• Mission: Guiding clients through high-stakes litigation, business disputes, and regulatory matters with top-tier legal services.

• Founded: 1951

• Founders: Will C. Thompson, R. Vernon Coe, Robert B. Cousins, III, and David B. Irons

• Key People:

• Chair Partner: Shawn W. Phelan

• Management Committee Partners: Zandra E. Foley, Stephanie S. Rojo, Barry A. Moscowitz

• Chief Operating Officer: Olivia Yancy-Thomas

• Headquarters: Dallas, Texas

• Number of Employees: Over 250 attorneys

• Revenue: No information is available

• Known For: Complex litigation law firm specializing in civil litigation, insurance litigation, and regulatory matters.

Products and Services

• Products Offered:

• High-stakes litigation services

• Business and commercial dispute resolution

• Regulatory compliance and advisory services

• Key Features:

• Expertise in Insurance Litigation and Coverage, Products Liability, Mass Torts, Property and Casualty Litigation, Labor and Employment, and more.

• Multi-office presence enhancing regional and national client service.

• Renowned for civil litigation capabilities with a wide array of legal services.

Recent Developments

• Expansions:

• In 2024, Thompson Coe strategically expanded with new offices in New York, NY, and Honolulu, HI to extend their service reach to the East Coast and Hawaii.

• Recent Legal Outcomes:

• Successfully upheld an $800K arbitration award in an employment case in the Court of Appeals.

• Secured a defense verdict in an asbestos mesothelioma product liability case with claims exceeding $75 million.

• New Partnerships:

• The New York office is led by Partner Bernadette Catalana, specializing in toxic exposure cases and mass torts.

• Honolulu office hosts Partner Thom Benedict with expertise in high-stakes commercial disputes and mass torts.

• Recognition:

• Named to "Best Law Firms List" for the 14th consecutive year, both nationally and regionally recognized.

• Multiple attorneys recognized in various legal accolades, such as "Super Lawyers" and "Best Lawyers" lists.

Contact Information

Office Locations:

• Austin: 2801 Via Fortuna Suite 300, Austin, TX 78746

• Dallas: 700 North Pearl Street, 25th Floor, Dallas, TX 75201

• Honolulu: 700 Bishop St., Suite 1601, Honolulu, HI 96813

• Houston: 4400 Post Oak Parkway, Suite 1000, Houston, TX 77027

• New Orleans: 601 Poydras Suite 1850, New Orleans, LA 70130

• New York: 575 Lexington Ave, Suite 2310, New York, NY 10022

• Saint Paul: 370 Wabasha St. N, Suite 1000, Saint Paul, MN 55102

• San Antonio: 10001 Reunion Place, Suite 400, San Antonio, TX 78216

Firm History

Since its founding in 1951, Thompson Coe has evolved from a specialized insurance litigation firm into a comprehensive legal service provider, known for handling complex business litigations and associated legal issues for diverse clientele, including notable Fortune 500 companies. The firm's legacy includes major appellate decisions and consistently being recognized as a leading law firm in various legal categories.