SBSB Eastham Partner John Schouest Named to Lawdragon 100 Managing Partners You Need to Know
May 14, 2025
Global guide recognizes ‘the most admired figures in law firm leadership’ Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce that founding partner John Schouest has been named to the 2025 Lawdragon 100 Managing Partners You. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Adds Veteran Litigator Dabney Pettus
May 12, 2025
Trial lawyer will be a partner in the firm’s Corpus Christi office Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) announced today it is growing its team of litigators with the addition of veteran litigator Dabney Pettus as a. . . READ MORE
Rasha Zeyadeh Delivers Victory for Employer in TWC Dispute
April 21, 2025
Dallas partner Rasha Zeyadeh recently achieved a significant victory for a family-owned sheet metal manufacturer in North Texas. After presenting a rebuttal and engaging in discussions with the Texas Workforce Commission regarding a former employee’s claim for unemployment benefits, she. . . READ MORE
Rasha Zeyadeh Named Litigation Counsel of America Associate Fellow
March 28, 2025
Dallas attorney Rasha Zeyadeh, of the law firm Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham), has been selected as an Associate Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America. She is an acclaimed authority on all matters of employment. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Recognized as Top-Performing Law Firm
March 11, 2025
Houston firm ranked on Leopard Law Firm Index for first time Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) has been named as a top-performing law firm in the 2025 Leopard Law Firm Index. The index, a real-time ranking. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Adds Veteran Litigator Margo Ornelas
February 25, 2025
Ornelas joins the firm as a partner in SBSB Eastham’s Houston office HOUSTON – Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) announced today the addition of veteran trial attorney Margo Ornelas, who joins as a partner in the. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Expands in Texas, Opens New Office in Galveston
February 24, 2025
The Port of Galveston is one of Texas’ busiest ports Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) announced today it is opening a new office in Galveston. The addition will allow the firm to enhance its already powerful. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Celebrates 10th Anniversary, a Decade of Success and Growth
February 19, 2025
Since 2015, the firm has forged a national practice focused on putting clients’ needs first Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is proud to celebrate its 10th anniversary, a decade marked by success, extraordinary growth and an. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Named Among Houston’s Largest Law Firms by the Houston Business Journal
February 11, 2025
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce it has been named to the Houston Business Journal’s 2025 list of the largest law firms in Houston. The firm was named the 12th-largest law firm in. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Elevates Monika Trujillo, Sean Fitzgerald to Partner
February 6, 2025
New partners strengthen firm’s Chicago leadership team Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce it has promoted Chicago-based civil trial lawyers Monika Trujillo and Sean Fitzgerald to partner. “Monika and Sean are incredible lawyers. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Founder John Schouest Named to 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers in America Guide
January 13, 2025
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce that firm founder John Schouest has been named to the 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers list, a guide to the most exceptional lawyers in the country. “We. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Ranked Among the Nation’s Best Law Firms
November 7, 2024
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) has been named to the 2025 list of Best Law Firms by publishers of The Best Lawyers in America, one of the most highly regarded legal guides in the country. The. . . READ MORE
5 SBSB Eastham Partners Honored Among Top Attorneys in Texas
September 17, 2024
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce that five partners, including managing partner John Schouest and partners Kelly Haas, Robert Klawetter, David Merkley and Susan Noe Wilson, have been named 2024 Texas Super Lawyers. Texas. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Lands Eight Partners on 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators List
September 13, 2024
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce that eight firm partners have been named to the 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America list, a guide to the top defense attorneys in the United. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Grows Firm with Addition of Veteran Lawyer Marina Gonzalez
September 12, 2024
Gonzalez joins as a partner in SBSB Eastham’s Boca Raton office Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce the addition of veteran lawyer Marina Gonzalez, who joins as a partner in the firm’s office. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Expands Litigation Team with Addition of Veteran Trial Lawyer Don Jones
August 22, 2024
Jones joins the firm as a partner in SBSB Eastham’s Corpus Christi office Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce the addition of veteran litigator Don Jones. Mr. Jones joins as a partner in. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Founder John Schouest Named 2025 ‘Lawyer of the Year’ by The Best Lawyers in America
August 15, 2024
Nine firm partners also recognized for legal excellence in peer-reviewed guide Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce that firm founder John Schouest has been named admiralty and maritime law “Lawyer of the Year”. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Opens Office in Historic Corpus Christi Building
August 8, 2024
Firm will assume 4,475 square feet of office space at The Chamberlain Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) announced today it is opening a new law office in one of Corpus Christi’s most historic buildings. The firm. . . READ MORE
New SBSB Eastham Dallas Office Featured in Law360 Pulse
July 1, 2024
SBSB Eastham’s new Dallas office and its six new Dallas partners have been featured in Law360 Pulse. The article, “Schouest Bamdas Opens Dallas Office With 6-Partner Hire,” highlights the launch of the new North Texas office and its important role. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Launches Dallas Office with New Six-Partner Team
June 20, 2024
Defense powerhouse dives deeper into the heart of Texas Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is expanding in Texas. The firm announced today it is opening a new office in Dallas and welcoming six new partners to. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Grows Litigation Team with Addition of Two New Partners
May 30, 2024
Doug Wheat and Amanda Farley will join the firm’s Houston office Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce it is growing its team of litigators with the addition of two new partners. Doug Wheat. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Ranks in The Law360 400 for the First Time Amidst Growth Period
May 28, 2024
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce that it has achieved ranking in the 2024 edition of The Law360 400. The ranking marks the first appearance for SBSB Eastham on the list, which features. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Named to U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 Best Companies to Work For
April 4, 2024
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce that U.S. News & World Report has included the firm in its Best Companies to Work for: Law Firms list. SBSB Eastham was rated among the nation’s. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Partners Carra Miller and Craig Stocker Named Texas Rising Stars
March 22, 2024
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce that partners Carra Miller and Craig Stocker have been named to the 2024 list of Texas Rising Stars, an award which honors the top 2.5 percent of. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Celebrates Ninth Anniversary
February 19, 2024
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is celebrating its ninth anniversary. Founded in Houston in 2015, SBSB Eastham has become a leader in admiralty and maritime law, among other areas. Firm lawyers have decades of experience handling. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Wins Take-Nothing Judgment in 8-Figure Traumatic Brain Injury Trial
February 6, 2024
Netherlands-based company exonerated after two-week trial over worker’s injuries HOUSTON – Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) has secured a defense victory for a Netherlands-based company sued by a longshore employee who claimed damages well into eight. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Receives Top-Tier National Ranking by Best Law Firms
November 2, 2023
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce it has been named to the 2024 edition of Best Law Firms by The Best Lawyers in America, one of the most revered rankings of exceptional law. . . READ MORE
Five SBSB Eastham Partners Honored Among the Top 500 Leading Litigators in the Nation
October 11, 2023
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) celebrates the listing of five firm partners to Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Litigators in America for 2024. Honorees include name partners John Schouest and Limor Ben-Maier. Partners Susan Noe Wilson, Richard Cozad, and Kelly Haas. . . READ MORE
Five SBSB Eastham Partners Named to 2023 Texas Super Lawyers List
September 19, 2023
Five Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) partners, including managing partner John Schouest, have been selected to the 2023 edition of Texas Super Lawyers. Mr. Schouest and partners Kelly Haas and Robert Klawetter were recognized for their work in transportation/maritime law, partner Susan Noe Wilson was. . . READ MORE
Seven SBSB Eastham Attorneys Earn Recognition in the 2024 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America
August 17, 2023
Seven SBSB Eastham attorneys have been named to the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America, one of the country’s oldest and most revered legal guides. This year’s SBSB Eastham honorees include firm founder John Schouest and partners Limor. . . READ MORE
Supreme Court of Texas: Noneconomic Damages Must be Supported by Evidence and Not Unsubstantiated Anchors
June 20, 2023
On Friday, June 16, the Supreme Court of Texas issued an opinion addressing how a noneconomic damages award must be supported. This opinion requires that plaintiffs establish evidence not only to justify a mental anguish award, but also evidence that. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Partners Elected to Board of Directors for Corpus Christi International Seamen’s Center
May 3, 2023
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce that partners Carra Miller and Thomas Deen have been elected to the Board of Directors for the Corpus Christi International Seamen’s Center (CCISC). Established in 1974, the. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Strengthens Litigation Team with Addition of Attorneys David Merkley and Sarah Clinton Jones
March 22, 2023
Veteran trial lawyers join the firm as partners in its Houston office Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is bringing additional firepower to its team of litigators with the addition of veteran trial lawyers David Merkley and. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Partners Craig Stocker and Carra Miller Named to 2023 List of Texas Rising Stars
March 22, 2023
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce that partners Craig Stocker and Carra Miller have been named to the 2023 list of Texas Rising Stars, an exclusive listing of the state’s top lawyers under. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Promotes Colten Chapman, Samantha Kaplan, and Melissa Miller to Partner
January 31, 2023
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce that Colten Chapman, Samantha Kaplan, and Melissa Miller have been elevated to partner. This year’s new partner class spans three different firm offices – Houston, Chicago, and. . . READ MORE
Partner Carra Miller Interviewed in Texas Bar Journal
November 11, 2022
SBSB Eastham partner Carra Miller was recently interviewed by the Texas Bar Journal. In the latest State Bar Director Spotlight, Carra discusses what she loves about admiralty & maritime law and why she believes working as an attorney is so. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Earns Repeat Best Law Firms Honors by US News & World Report and Best Lawyers in America
November 4, 2022
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) has earned multiple placements on the 2023 list of Best Law Firms, organized by U.S. News & World Report and The Best Lawyers in America. The firm received top-tier rankings both nationally and. . . READ MORE
Four SBSB Eastham Partners Named to 2022 List of Texas Super Lawyers
September 21, 2022
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce that four firm partners have been named to the 2022 list of Texas Super Lawyers, a legal guide that recognizes only the top attorneys in the state. . . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Joins Kaylen’s Fight Annual Golf Tournament
September 14, 2022
On Saturday, September 10th, members of our firm had the opportunity to participate in the second annual Kaylen’s Fight Golf Tournament. Kaylen’s Fight is a nonprofit organization that’s close to many of us at SBSB Eastham. Established in 2018. . . READ MORE
Six SBSB Law Partners Named Among the Top Admiralty and Maritime Lawyers by Best Lawyers in America
August 22, 2022
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce that six partners have been named to the 2023 list of Best Lawyers in America, one of the oldest and most respected legal listings in the country.. . . READ MORE
SBSB Law and Eastham Joining Forces to Create Legal Powerhouse: SBSB Eastham
March 8, 2022
A new era has begun. SBSB Law and Eastham, Watson, Dale & Forney – two of the most highly respected law firms in the country – are pleased to announce they have finalized a merger. The merger combines Eastham’s renowned. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Welcomes Veteran Trial Lawyer Daryl Daigle as Partner in Firm’s New Orleans Office
February 24, 2022
SBSB Eastham is pleased to welcome veteran trial lawyer Daryl Daigle to the firm as a partner in our New Orleans office. With more than 30 years of experience, Mr. Daigle bolsters the firm’s already robust transportation and maritime practice. . . . READ MORE
Two SBSB Eastham Lawyers Earn Recognition on Louisiana Super Lawyers List
January 12, 2022
Richard Cozad and Jonathan Tweedy, two partners from the New Orleans office of SBSB Eastham, have been selected to Thomson Reuters’ 2022 list of Louisiana’s top legal talent. Mr. Cozad has earned recognition as a Louisiana Super Lawyer, while Mr.. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Featured in Texas Lawyer on Opening of New Corpus Christi Office
December 10, 2021
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea & BenMaier PLLC has been featured in Texas Lawyer on the announcement of the firm’s new Corpus Christi office. The article, “Houston’s Schouest Bamdas Opens Up Shop in Corpus Christi” (subscription required), discusses SBSB Eastham’s intent to. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Featured in Law360 on Firm’s New Corpus Christi Office
December 10, 2021
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea & BenMaier PLLC was recently featured in Law360 in an article on the firm’s expansion into Corpus Christi, Texas. In the article, “Maritime Firm Schouest Bamdas Opens Corpus Christi Office,” (subscription required), SBSB Eastham Partner Susan Noe. . . READ MORE
Three SBSB Eastham Attorneys Speak at WCI Annual Conference
December 2, 2021
The Workers’ Compensation Institute (WCI) Annual Conference will be held in Orlando, Florida on December 12-15. This year, three SBSB Eastham attorneys will be there to speak on a variety of topics. Tuesday, Dec. 14, 1:00-4:00pm & Wednesday, Dec. 15,. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Opens New Office in Corpus Christi, Growing Already Robust Admiralty and Maritime Practice
November 17, 2021
SBSB Eastham, is pleased to announce the opening of its new law office in Corpus Christi. The addition will allow the firm to focus on growing its already robust Admiralty and Maritime practice and expand its depth of services in. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Secures Seventh Consecutive Best Law Firm Honors from US News & World Report and Best Lawyers in America
November 4, 2021
Houston-based firm ranked in insurance and admiralty & maritime law HOUSTON – Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea & BenMaier PLLC or SBSB Eastham has again been ranked among the leading law firms for admiralty & maritime law, earning a place on the. . . READ MORE
Three SBSB Eastham Lawyers Earn Repeat Placement on Texas Super Lawyers List
November 2, 2021
HOUSTON – Three partners from the Houston office of SBSB Eastham, John L. Schouest, Kelly M. Haas, and Susan Noe Wilson, have earned selection to the 2021 Texas Super Lawyers guide, a widely respected peer-review listing of top attorneys. Less than 5 percent. . . READ MORE
Seasoned Maritime Lawyer Elton Foster Joins SBSB Eastham
April 29, 2021
NEW ORLEANS – SBSB Eastham is pleased to announce the addition of veteran maritime lawyer Elton Foster to its New Orleans office. As partner, Mr. Foster will utilize his more than 30 years of industry experience to assist clients and deepen the firm’s premiere bench of maritime attorneys. “Mr.. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Trial Lawyer Craig Stocker Selected to Texas Rising Stars
March 23, 2021
HOUSTON – For the fourth consecutive year, Houston attorney Craig Stocker of SBSB Eastham has been named to the Texas Rising Stars list of top young lawyers. Recognized for his work in civil litigation: defense, Mr. Stocker joins an exclusive. . . READ MORE
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea & BenMaier PLLC Prevails in Delayed- Onset PTSD Claim
March 10, 2021
HOUSTON – SBSB Eastham attorneys Kimberly Rahn and Melissa Anderson secured a significant defense victory for their client after an administrative law judge for the U.S Department of Labor issued an order granting a favorable Motion for Partial Summary Decision. . . READ MORE
John L. Schouest of SBSB Eastham Named a ‘Lawyer of the Year’ by The Best Lawyers in America
August 28, 2020
HOUSTON – John L. Schouest, firm founder of Houston-based SBSB Eastham, has been named a “Lawyer of the Year” for his work in admiralty and maritime law by The Best Lawyers in America. This honor is awarded to individual lawyers. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Attorneys Volunteer at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery
November 16, 2018
SBSB Eastham Associates Colten Chapman and Mitch Ford volunteered with the GovCon Team of Willis Towers Watson for a day of giving back at the Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery to help maintain and beautify the resting place of our fallen. . . READ MORE
Join us for the 2018 Orlando Longshore/DBA Breakout Expanded 2 Day Program
August 22, 2018
This year’s program again takes place at the Orlando World Center Marriott and will have national speakers including top attorneys and experts in the industry, as well as representatives from the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Administrative Law Judges,. . . READ MORE
Success at the FWCI Longshore Breakout
August 22, 2018
Great turnout at FWCI Longshore Breakout! Thank you to the US Department of Labor’s Office of Administrative Law Judges and Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs for donating your time, talent and participation in today’s conference. Thank you also to the. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Expands Firm Expertise and Services
August 1, 2018
Houston, Texas (August 1, 2018) The law firm of Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea and BenMaier P.L.L.C. (SBSB Eastham) continues to add senior level resources and has made the acquisition of New Orleans firm McAlpine and Cozad effective August 1, 2018. Michael McAlpine,. . . READ MORE
SBSB Eastham Litigation Team Secures A Significant Win
July 20, 2018
The SBSB Eastham Litigation team secured yet another significant win in Houston federal court. This time a declaratory judgment action brought against firm clients Teichman Group, LLC and T&T Offshore, Inc. was dismissed by Southern District Chief Judge Lee H. Rosenthal.. . . READ MORE
Congratulations to our newest SBSB Eastham Partners!
April 14, 2017
We are very proud to announce that Kent Rogers and Dana Ladner have both been promoted to Partners at SBSB Eastham. SBSB Eastham is committed to helping young attorneys develop into leaders within our firm and in the legal community.. . . READ MORE
Craig Stocker, Associate in the Houston Office, Named as Rising Star
March 23, 2017
SBSB Eastham is pleased to announce that Craig Stocker, an associate in the Houston office, has been selected for inclusion in the 2017 Texas Rising Stars list. The April 2017 issue of Texas Monthly Texas Super Lawyers®– is a Thomson. . . READ MORE
John R. Walker, Partner in the Houston Office, Invited to Present Mock Oral Argument at the Loyola Longshore Conference In New Orleans
February 17, 2017
Houston partner, John R. Walker, has been invited to present a mock oral argument at the Loyola Longshore Conference in New Orleans. The mock oral argument will present a hypothetical case involving longshore sites and status. John will represent the employer and. . . READ MORE
Eric J. Stockel, Partner in the Boca Raton Office, Selected as one of Florida’s “Top Lawyers” for 2016-17
August 16, 2016
Having been featured for several years as one of the “Top Up & Comers” by the South Florida Legal Guide, Eric J. Stockel has been selected as one of Florida’s “Top Lawyers” for 2016-17 by the legal publication. A graduate. . . READ MORE
