Chambers USA Recognizes Thompson Coe Practice and Attorneys for 23rd Consecutive Year
Jun 4, 2026
Thompson Coe maintained a 23-year streak of recognition in the Chambers and Partners USA Guide. The firm achieved a top ranking of “Band 2” for Insurance in Texas and Insurance: Regulatory in Texas in the Chambers USA Guide 2026. Three attorneys have also been recognized for their work in the Insurance practice area in Colorado and Texas.
Clients speaking to Chambers and Partners describe Thompson Coe attorneys as “industry experts to be sure” who are great to deal with. Other clients said, “partners are very experienced and knowledgeable” and the firm “is very responsive.”
Chambers describes Thompson Coe as a firm with an expert group that regularly represents insurers in high-stakes coverage, bad faith litigation, class actions and mass torts. Demonstrating enviable bench strength, it provides attorneys experienced in regulatory and legislative concerns as well as the corporate aspects of insurance. The firm has an impressive roster of leading clients in the Texas insurance market.
Thompson Coe is very responsive, has strong engagement with clients and is very knowledgeable about the issues at hand.
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Insurance, Colorado
L. Michael Brooks is a partner in the Colorado office and is ranked “Band 2” in Insurance in Colorado. He is recognized for his complex coverage, and extra-contractual litigation arising out of first- and third-party claims in Colorado. Clients say, “Michael is just brilliant.”
Insurance, Texas
Christina Culver is a partner in the Houston office and moved up in rankings for 2026 to “Band 3” in Insurance for Texas. She is recognized for her growing involvement in a range of coverage disputes, including bad faith and general liability claims. Clients say, “Christina is an excellent attorney who delivers clear and concise advice.” She has been ranked in Chambers since 2021.
Brian Martin is a partner in the Houston office and has moved into the ranking “Senior Statespeople” for Insurance for Texas. Clients say, “Brian is highly rated and an expert in coverage cases on both sides, representing the market very effectively.” He has been ranked in Chambers since 2003.
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