For the fifth year in a row, Chambers USA ranked Gibbs & Bruns LLP on its Band 1 list of Leading Firms for General Commercial Litigation in Texas. The firm was recognized as a Leading Firm, Band 2, in the area of Energy & Natural Resource: Dispute Resolution. In addition, four Gibbs & Bruns partners were noted as Leading Individuals in the 2007 directory.
Chambers praised Gibbs & Bruns for its "incredibly consistent array of talent," "leaner and more effective approach to complex litigation," and "considerable trial experience on both sides of the docket." The firm was also noted as an “outstanding litigation boutique” that "excels in complex commercial cases and can turn its hand to the prosecution and defense of energy-related trial and appellate litigation and arbitration with considerable aplomb."
Gibbs & Bruns partners appearing in the 2007 directory include:
Robin Gibbs
Robin is described as a "brilliant hard charger" and "as good as you can get." Editors also commented that Robin is a “rare trial lawyer who excels in preparation and a rapid-fire approach to interrogation.”
- Leading Individual, Band 1: General Commercial Litigation
- Leading Individual, Band 1: Energy & Natural Resources: Dispute Resolution
Kathy Patrick
Kathy was noted for being "tough, committed and talented" and a “big name” in the securities market.
- Leading Individual, Band 1: Securities Litigation
Phil Bruns
Phil is described as "one hell of a trial lawyer" for any kind of complex commercial litigation.
- Leading Individual, Band 2: General Commercial Litigation
- Leading Individual, Band 2: Energy & Natural Resources: Dispute Resolution
Barrett Reasoner
Barrett is praised for his ability to "pull teeth on bad facts and defend the seemingly impossible."
- Leading Individual, Up and Coming: General Commercial Litigation