Kane Russell Coleman Logan Attorneys Recognized by Chambers USA 2022

Kane Russell Coleman Logan PC has been recognized in the prestigious Chambers USA guide to top law firms for the 13th consecutive year. The London-based guide highlights the nation's top law firms and attorneys. This year, Chambers recognizes three practice areas and four individual attorneys from the firm, with Dennis P. Duffy receiving both Texas and global recognition for his Labor and Employment practice.

The firm's Bankruptcy/Restructuring practice was ranked this year, with the guide noting the firm's strong creditors' committee practice across the USA and the group's particular strength in pre-bankruptcy and out-of-court workouts. The guide also reports clients compliment the firm for being "extremely responsive and results-oriented."

Joseph Coleman was honored with an individual ranking in Bankruptcy/Restructuring for the 13th consecutive year. The guide notes Coleman "is an expert in his practice area and has strong business acumen." He is a founding director of the firm and chairs the Bankruptcy, Insolvency & Creditors' Rights Section.

The Labor & Employment group has also been recognized for the 2nd consecutive year for its strong capabilities in employment compliance and litigation and breach of contract and wage and hour discrimination claims. The guide also highlights that "the team is dedicated to client needs."

Dennis Duffy is ranked for both his Texas and global Labor & Employment practices. He is a highly regarded litigator experienced in a broad range of employment disputes, including discrimination and retaliation claims, and frequently assists clients with internal investigations. Clients compliment Dennis for being "responsive," as well as his "excellent instincts and client relationship skills."

Chambers has also recognized the firm's Real Estate practice group for its proven track record in the representation of developers and investors in a broad range of real estate transactions in various sectors, including multifamily, retail, and hospitality. Chambers notes the "outstanding" practice group's strength in handling complex local acquisitions and developments for joint venture clients.

Raymond Kane is ranked for his Real Estate practice for the 13th consecutive year. Also a founding director of the firm, Kane handles an array of commercial real estate matters for landlords and tenants in retail, office, and industrial development and leasing transactions. A client says, "He has the technical knowledge and skills, but also the personality and ability to make deals happen."

James Prappas is ranked in Immigration law. James is a board-certified immigration specialist with over 30 years of experience representing businesses, families, and individuals in employment-based immigration, family-based immigration, and naturalization matters. Chambers also notes his experience with clients from the energy sector. The guide highlights that clients admire that he is "organized, knowledgeable and dedicated" to their needs.

The results published by Chambers and Partners rely on the thorough research conducted by over 200 researchers. In addition to the recent work of attorneys and law firms, in-depth interviews with clients and other attorneys are also used to measure the technical legal ability, client service, effectiveness, and experience of each firm. 

For 2022, KRCL received a Band 4 ranking in Texas Bankruptcy/Restructuring, a Band 5 ranking in Labor & Employment, and a Band 3 ranking in Real Estate. Joe Coleman received a Band 2 ranking in Texas Bankruptcy/Restructuring, Dennis Duffy received a Band 3 ranking in Labor & Employment, Ray Kane received a Band 2 Ranking in Real Estate, and James Prappas received a Band 3 ranking in Texas Immigration.