Specializing in trial practice and litigation, Templeton, Smithee, Hayes, Heinrich & Russell, LLP, proudly represents both plaintiffs and defendants in serious litigation. The Firm has experienced attorneys, resources, a proven track record and the reputation to secure just recovery for physical, financial and emotional injuries. All of the lawyers are A.V. rated by Martindale-Hubbell. The  investigator, James W. LaFavers is a licensed investigator and forensic hypnotist. All five of the Partners have been recognized as Super Lawyers in Texas Monthly, each in different areas of law. Robert L. Templeton, Super Lawyer - personal injury trial law 2005, 2006, 2007; John T. Smithee, Super Lawyer - appellate law 2006-2007; Joe W. Hayes, Super Lawyer - Oil& Gas 2006; Brian P. Heinrich, Rising Star 2006, Super Lawyer 2007; and David M. Russell, Super Lawyer - civil trial law 2004, 2005, 2007.

The Firm is dedicated to representing clients throughout Texas within the following areas:

• Motor Vehicle Accidents
• Burn Injuries
• Construction/ On-the-Job Accidents
• Dog/Animal Bites
• Defective Products
• Insurance Claims
• Medical Malpractice
  • Anesthesia Negligence
  • Birth Injury
  • Cerebral Palsy
• Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect
  • Slip and Fall/Premises Liability
  • Spinal Cord Injury
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
• Workers' Compensation
• Wrongful Death

Serious Litigation for Serious Results

Templeton, Smithee, Hayes, Heinrich & Russell, LLP, knows that putting their client's interests first are the foundation of every successful settlement or verdict achieved, as illustrated by exceptional litigation results.

"While we are proud of our reputation, we do not take comfort in it. As trial lawyers we are tested daily in an extremely competitive and adversarial environment. We are not an hourly machine forced to feed itself by burdening its clients with unnecessary costs, over-staffing or creating 'learning experiences' for young lawyers; yet, we offer the innovation and resources that all clients need. When you engage our firm, you will be represented by an experienced lawyer, who does not need to 'reinvent the wheel' in each new case. We are persistent, thorough and honest, dedicated to proving ourselves with each person, family and company that we represent."

- Templeton, Smithee, Hayes, Heinrich & Russell, LLP

The Texas personal injury lawyers of the Firm base their practice on the following: they listen carefully to their clients, they tailor flexible fee arrangements, and after thoroughly investigating the facts and the law involved, a team of lawyers, staff and experts is assembled to develop and execute strategies to reach their client's objectives. They employ the most comprehensive resources available including state-of-the-art computer systems, databases, computer-generated graphics and special aids. Throughout, they communicate with their clients and keep them involved in the decision-making process.

If you or someone you know in Amarillo, or throughout Texas, needs the assistance and skilled legal counsel of experienced serious injury lawyers, call Templeton, Smithee, Hayes, Heinrich & Russell, LLP, today at 866-812-2659, or complete the contact form provided on this site to schedule your free consultation.