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Michael Best is pleased to announce that&nbsp;Michael Shaunessy&nbsp;has joined the firm as&nbsp;Partner&nbsp;in the&nbsp;Litigation&nbsp;practice&nbsp;and based in the Austin office.&nbsp;He brings decades of&nbsp;experience&nbsp;representing&nbsp;governmental and private sector clients in a wide range of litigation matters, including employment, commercial disputes, and serious personal injury claims.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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“Michael is a seasoned trial lawyer with deep experience handling high‑stakes litigation across Texas,”&nbsp;said&nbsp;Carrie&nbsp;Meigs,&nbsp;Partner&nbsp;and&nbsp;Litigation Practice Group Co-Chair&nbsp;at Michael Best.&nbsp;“His ability to evaluate risk early, try cases to verdict, and guide clients through complex disputes&nbsp;by developing strategies that align with their business and operational priorities&nbsp;makes him an immediate asset to our litigation team.”&nbsp;

Shaunessy has tried jury cases to verdict in&nbsp;numerous&nbsp;counties throughout Texas and has handled matters at every stage of litigation, from pre‑suit counseling through trial. His experience spans breach of contract, unfair competition, fraud, partnership disputes, discrimination and&nbsp;retaliation&nbsp;claims, and matters involving governmental entities.&nbsp;

“Michael’s extensive trial experience and deep understanding of litigation strategy make him a strong addition to our Austin team,” said Aaron Barker, Managing Partner of Michael Best’s Austin office. “As our Texas litigation practice continues to grow, Michael’s&nbsp;expert&nbsp;perspective on litigation risk and strategy&nbsp;strengthens our platform and enhances the support we provide to clients across the state.”&nbsp;

In addition to his client work, Shaunessy has held leadership roles within his prior firm, including serving on the management committee and leading the litigation section. He is board certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and is a member of an invitation‑only national trial advocacy organization recognizing experienced trial lawyers.&nbsp;Shaunessy earned his J.D. from Southern Methodist University Law School and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from The University of Texas at Austin.

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Close-up of a wooden judge’s gavel resting on a sounding block.

Michael Best Welcomes Michael Shaunessy as Partner in Litigation Practice

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