Dawn Estes Earns D Magazine Hall of Fame Status
Most people have to wait until the end of an illustrious career to even be considered for Hall of Fame status. But Dawn Estes never has been – likely never will be – like most people. And indeed, she has proven that true once again by being named to D Magazine’s “Best” Hall of Fame. […]
Abby Ewing – Fostering Love
Not all superheroes wear capes, nor do they all perform superhuman feats of strength that leave the masses singing their praises. No, for some – including Estes Thorne Ewing & Payne name partner Abby Ewing – their superpower is love and compassion. Origin Story To fully appreciate our heroes, we need to know their […]
Estes Thorne Ewing & Payne Again Earns Top Best Law Firms Recognition
We may still have two more months of 2023 to go, but no doubt about it – from a big anniversary to a name change to a humbling number of honors — we have had a lot to celebrate in 2023. Best Lawyers has ranked Estes Thorne Ewing & Payne as a 2024 Tier 1 […]
Estes Thorne Ewing & Payne Trio Honored Among Top Family Law Attorneys
It unquestionably requires a unique skill set to be a successful family lawyer – and we’ve always felt that three of the very best are right here at Estes Thorne Ewing & Payne. Now Lawdragon has made it official. Jessica Thorne, Abby Ewing and Stephanie Matherne have been selected to the 2024 Lawdragon 500 Leading […]
Estes Thorne Ewing & Payne Attorneys Garner 2023 Texas Super Lawyers Honors
You might notice a little something extra in our step today. In fact, you might even say we’re an office of lawyers who are feeling Super! What is at the root of the excitement? It is the announcement that six of our attorneys – Dawn Estes, Jessica Thorne, Abby Ewing, Carol Payne, Lori Carr and […]
Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators Include Four from Estes Thorne Ewing & Payne
In sports, the best defense is said to be a good offense. But in the courtroom, the best defense unquestionably centers on an exceptional defense attorney. According to Lawdragon 500, Estes Thorne is home to four of the best in the country. “The pride of Litigation Nation.” (Take our word for it, that really is […]
Total of 10 Estes Thorne Attorneys Earn Best Lawyers in America Recognition
There is really only one thing to say when 10 members of your firm are honored by The Best Lawyers in America – including two who also earned the mantel of “Lawyer of the Year.” Wow! We are especially proud of name partners Dawn Estes and Carol Payne who were selected as Lawyers of the […]
Stephanie Matherne, Kim Winnubst Become Latest Estes Thorne Ewing & Payne Lawdragons
Over the past several years a number of our partners have been honored in various Lawdragon legal guides for their outstanding work. We are extremely proud to be adding two more Estes Thorne Ewing & Payne attorneys to that formidable group. Family law attorney Stephanie Matherne and commercial litigator Kim Winnubst were selected to the […]
Groundbreaking Women-owned Litigation Boutique Becomes Estes Thorne Ewing & Payne
Dallas-based law firm celebrates 15th anniversary with new name DALLAS – Launched in 2008 as one of the first women-owned law firms in North Texas, Estes Thorne & Carr, PLLC, is marking its 15th anniversary with the same focus, but with a new name. Acknowledging the longtime impact of its two new name partners, the […]
Estes Thorne & Carr Adds Commercial Litigation, Family Law Attorneys
Kerri Panchuk, Shmyla Alam join respected Dallas litigation boutique DALLAS – Commercial litigator Kerri Panchuk and family law attorney Shmyla Alam have joined the Dallas firm Estes Thorne & Carr PLLC. “Kerri and Shmyla are exceptional attorneys with a proven commitment to client service and finding the best possible solutions for unique situations,” said Dawn Estes. “They […]