Ware, Jackson, Lee, O'Neill, Smith & Barrow, LLP

Ware, Jackson, Lee, O'Neill, Smith & Barrow, LLP Ware, Jackson, Lee, O'Neill, Smith & Barrow, LLP, is a team of trial and appellate lawyers committed to obtaining victories for our clients.

Ware, Jackson, Lee, O’Neill, Smith & Barrow, LLP, established in 1993, is a boutique litigation law firm with a focus on client advocacy. For the past few decades, our trial lawyers have shown their commitment to obtaining victories for our clients, with extensive experience representing companies and individuals as both plaintiffs and defendants. Our attorneys have a proven track record in state

and federal trial courts, appellate courts and international and domestic arbitrations. We have extensive experience in litigation involving all industries, including construction, insurance, oil and gas, environmental, financial and securities, manufacturing, medical, real estate, petrochemical and transportation. The majority of our partners are board-certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in one or more areas of litigation (Don Jackson – Civil Trial, Personal Injury Trial, Eileen O’Neill – Civil Appellate, Civil Trial, Paul Smith – Personal Injury Trial, Tim Lee – Civil Appellate) and have extensive experience trying cases to a jury verdict. Our attorneys take great pride in doing what is best for each client by listening to clients and telling them what they need to know — not necessarily what they want to hear. The firm also takes an innovative approach to fee arrangements and offers flexible billing approaches when appropriate. Whether serving as counsel for plaintiffs or defendants, Ware, Jackson, Lee, O’Neill, Smith & Barrow, LLP has the knowledge, experience, dedication and resources to obtain favorable verdicts and settlements for our clients.

Ware Jackson associates, Jordan Parker, and Matt Welsh, were proud to attend the week-long ABOTA Trial College in Chicag...
08/20/2026

Ware Jackson associates, Jordan Parker, and Matt Welsh, were proud to attend the week-long ABOTA Trial College in Chicago, where they honed their trial advocacy skills through hands-on training with accomplished trial lawyers and judges. The experience provided a valuable opportunity to sharpen their courtroom skills, learn from leading advocates, and connect with trial attorneys from across the country. Read more about this on our website: https://www.warejackson.com/ware-jackson-associates-jordan-parker-and-matt-welsh-attended-the-abota-trial-college-in-chicago/

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit affirmed summary judgment in favor of Ware Jackson’s client, a chemical ...
07/15/2026

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit affirmed summary judgment in favor of Ware Jackson’s client, a chemical manufacturer, in a premises liability case involving claims exceeding $10 million. Lead appellate counsel, Michelle Blair, along with Paul Smith, Margaret Bryant, and Simone Dawson, successfully defended the judgment and secured this outstanding result at both the trial and appellate levels. Read more about this on our website: https://www.warejackson.com/take-nothing-summary-judgment-for-chemical-plant-owner-affirmed-on-appeal/

07/01/2026

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, we take a moment to honor the courageous men and women who have served and sacrificed to protect the freedoms we hold dear. Reflecting on our Veterans Day celebration last November, we are reminded of the bravery, commitment, and selflessness demonstrated by our nation’s heroes. We invite you to join us in expressing heartfelt gratitude for their dedicated service and unwavering devotion to our country. Together, let us recognize and celebrate the sacrifices of those who have answered the call to serve and have helped preserve the liberties we cherish today. Read more about our Veterans Day event on our website: https://www.warejackson.com/ware-jacksons-2025-veterans-day-celebration/.

Avery Sheppard, Margaret Bryant, and Jordan Parker secured a complete defense verdict for their client, a residential re...
06/16/2026

Avery Sheppard, Margaret Bryant, and Jordan Parker secured a complete defense verdict for their client, a residential real estate developer, after a week-long jury trial in Tarrant County, Texas. The plaintiffs sued for violations of the Texas Water Code, trespass, intentional nuisance, negligence, and gross negligence, and sought millions of dollars for alleged damage to structures, loss of property value, mental anguish, and punitive damages. After a week of trial, the jury returned a verdict in favor of Ware Jackson’s client, finding that the plaintiffs were 100% negligent and suffered no damages. Read more about this on our website: https://www.warejackson.com/complete-defense-verdict-from-fort-worth-jury-in-water-code-dispute/

Ware Jackson recovered over six million dollars for a residential developer after construction of a wastewater treatment...
06/09/2026

Ware Jackson recovered over six million dollars for a residential developer after construction of a wastewater treatment plant was delayed for over a year. Despite disputed insurance coverage and a liquidated damages provision that defendants argued limited recoverable damages to less than half a million dollars, Ware Jackson’s aggressive litigation strategy resulted in a recovery of $6.2 million that exceeded the total amount of the surety bond for the project. The Ware Jackson team included Dennis Barrow, Avery Sheppard, and Jordan Parker. Read more about this on our website: https://www.warejackson.com/millions-recovered-for-developer-after-construction-project-delayed/

Ware Jackson partners Eileen O’Neill and Michelle Blair secured an appellate win for a common carrier, with the Eleventh...
05/12/2026

Ware Jackson partners Eileen O’Neill and Michelle Blair secured an appellate win for a common carrier, with the Eleventh Court of Appeals affirming summary judgment and reinforcing that carriers are not liable for unforeseeable criminal acts committed by former passengers after disembarking. Read more about this on our website: https://www.warejackson.com/appeals-court-affirms-summary-judgment-for-common-carrier/

Ware Jackson is proud to have been a sponsor of the 2026 Texas Children's Houston Open, where we enjoyed a weekend of gr...
04/23/2026

Ware Jackson is proud to have been a sponsor of the 2026 Texas Children's Houston Open, where we enjoyed a weekend of great golf, meaningful connections, and supporting incredible local causes, including the Astros Foundation, Memorial Park Conservancy, and First Tee of Greater Houston. Read more about this on our website: https://www.warejackson.com/ware-jackson-sponsors-texas-childrens-houston-open/

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