June 5, 2025

Hicks Thomas LLP Earns Prestigious Chambers USA Honors 

By Hicks Thomas LLP


Partners John B. Thomas, Courtney Ervin and Robin Harrison also earn individual recognition 

Hicks Thomas LLP announced today that it has earned recognition from Chambers USA, which is considered one of the legal industry’s most prestigious honors. 

The firm was recognized for its work in commercial litigation in Houston and surrounding areas. Partners John B. Thomas, Courtney Ervin, and Robin Harrison each earned individual honors for their work in commercial litigation. 

Chambers describes Hicks Thomas as an “accomplished team of commercial litigators with a wealth of trial experience.” 

A firm client described the firm as “a nimble group of real trial lawyers” who have “quality legal minds and capable hands.” The client went on to say that the firm “has a very strong bench of attorneys.” 

A second client told Chambers researchers, “Hicks Thomas provides a high level of analysis of complex legal issues. The team has superb intellect and writing skills, and remarkable insight and ability to sift through complexities.” 

Mr. Thomas, in his ninth year to be recognized by Chambers, is known for representing both defendants and plaintiffs in complex commercial litigation across a wide range of industries. 

“John is an excellent trial attorney,” said a Hicks Thomas client. 

Another client told Chambers, “John Thomas is a brilliant strategist. He commands respect from the client and from adversaries and is extremely experienced. He knows the judges and the law and can take a big-picture view.” 

Ms. Ervin, known for her experience handling complex litigation concerning the energy, construction, and insurance sectors, is marking her third year on the Chambers guide. 

“She is a big-picture thinker and is always thinking one step ahead,” said a firm client. “She provides amazing service to clients. She has incredible intuition and successfully balances the commercial needs of the client.” 

Another client told Chambers, “Courtney is an outstanding attorney who truly gets clients’ businesses and has a very high level of legal acumen.” 

Mr. Harrison has earned Chambers honors for 12 consecutive years. Board certified in civil trial law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Mr. Harrison is described by Chambers as “a strong choice to handle high-stakes commercial disputes, including intellectual property and breach of contract lawsuits.” 

Hicks Thomas clients have described him as “extremely smart and prepared at all times.” 

Published annually by London-based Chambers and Partners, Chambers USA determines firm and attorney rankings through rigorous, in-depth market analysis and independent research. 

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