Lou Thompson Black, Texas Rising Star 2008

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It is rare for a woman to move into a major leadship role at a large law firm at such a young age, but at 39 years old, and only 14 years out of law school, Lou Thompson Black’s accomplishments have merited her being named to the Texas Rising Stars list. An essential player in building one of the largest trial law firms in the country, she continues to relish her role as an aggressive litigator. She eagerly stands shoulder to shoulder with those who are unable to fight for justice alone. Black continues to prove her reputation as a “take no prisoners” trial lawyer.

“Seldom does one find an attorney that has the combined talents of integrity and credibility while being careful in her judgment and caring for her clients. Lou Thompson Black is quite simply one of the finest attorneys in the United States.”

Michael B. Pross
Wallace & Graham, P.A.

“I worked with Lou for years at our former firm. There was no one that I would have rather had on my team than Lou. She doesn’t know the experience of failure or the meaning of ‘no.’ There are some people that are irreplaceable. Lou is one of those people.”

Lisa Blue
Baron & Blue, P.C.

“When I started Brent Coon & Associates five years ago, Lou Thompson Black was my first hire. As my right hand, Lou fulfilled or exceeded every expectation. She has been a major force in growing our vision of creating the first true national plaintiff law practice. In addition, Lou possesses all of the redeeming qualities of an outstanding attorney and litigator. She is highly intelligent, extremely well organized and the epitome of professionalism. The firm is proud to see her being recognized on the Texas Rising Stars list. It is very well deserved.”

Brent Coon, President
Brent Coon & Associates

Clearly, her colleagues and peers agree that Lou Thompson Black is one of the country’s top attorneys in the areas of toxic injury and mass torts. As managing attorney of Brent Coon & Associates, she readily accepts opportunities to assist other attorneys whose clients seek the most qualified trial counsel available.