Jude T. Hickland

Jude is a Texas trial lawyer specializing in commercial and product liability disputes.

Jude understands professionalism and preparation are critical to success. His ability to understand and communicate complex, often technical, issues has helped clients successfully navigate litigation through settlement and trial.

Jude prepares a trial-ready defense, while providing early insight into potential claim exposure. When the case requires it, Jude persuasively presents the client’s story to the jury, making the complex simple while using the evidence to tell the story of why his clients should win.

When businesses, business owners, and commercial real estate investors need help with thorny legal disputes, Jude helps them navigate the options and find practical solutions.

When product manufacturers and distributors find themselves facing product liability claims, they rely on Jude to prepare and present a vigorous technical and factual defense.

Representative experience includes In re: Takata Airbag Products Liability Litigation and lawsuits related to the water crisis in Flint, Michigan.

Jude has been recognized as both a Texas Super Lawyers “Rising Star” and as one of the Best Lawyers in America “Ones to Watch.”