About Tillotson Patton
Tillotson Patton is an elite trial and appellate boutique founded in 2016 by Jeff Tillotson and Jon Patton on a shared vision: to build a specialized litigation firm capable of trying any case for any client — and winning. Chambers & Partners has recognized Tillotson as Band 1 in commercial litigation every year since 2020.
The firm represents both plaintiffs and defendants across a broad range of complex commercial litigation, from fraud and breach of fiduciary duty to trade secrets, securities, and oil and gas disputes.
What sets us apart is a singular courtroom focus. Each case we take on is prepared with trial as the endgame — a mindset that informs every strategic decision. Tillotson Patton is known for its ability to join cases midstream, stepping in weeks before trial and delivering results when the stakes are highest.
Representing both sides of the aisle gives Tillotson Patton lawyers a distinct edge: we always know the other side's playbook.
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Complex commercial litigation from the moment of dispute through verdict. Our experience on both the plaintiff and defendant sides of the aisle means we tailor discovery, depositions, and case strategy with one thing in mind: how this will play at trial.
And when the opposition knows we are prepared and willing to go all the way, our credibility at the table drives favorable settlements.
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When the verdict isn’t the end, it’s a new beginning. We handle appeals with the same intensity as the original trial — because the record matters. Embedded in the trial team from the outset, our appellate lawyers frame legal issues early, protect the record, and preserve error.
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We take the tough cases — the complex, high-stakes matters that other firms shy away from. Our partners are battle-tested and bring an unmatched depth of courtroom experience that gives clients confidence as we guide them through litigation to resolution. When we take your case, you get the benefit of our entire team.
Every lawsuit is different, and we listen carefully before we act. We work with our clients to develop and implement a strategy tailored to their goals. We focus on what matters, move efficiently, and pursue your case with our eye on the prize.
Our team’s cohesiveness, passion for the law, and enthusiasm about our clients' cases is felt in the courtroom — and our results reflect it.
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We believe the best legal relationships are partnerships — and that means having skin in the game alongside our clients. While many firms turn litigation into endless billing exercises, we take a different approach.
Our alternative fee arrangements range from fully contingent to fixed-fee to creative hybrids tailored to the specific dynamics of each case. These structures align our incentives with yours, while giving you predictability and affordability throughout the process.
2026
Leading Firm in USA
Chambers USA
2020-2025
Jeff Tillotson — Band 1
Chambers USA
2027
Commercial Litigation — Tier 1
Woodward-White, Inc.
2026
Appellate Practice — Tier 1
Woodward-White, Inc.
2016-2026
Best Law Firms in Texas — Tier 1
U.S. News & World Report