Overview
Marla Broaddus is a skilled advocate and problem solver, dedicated to providing tailored legal solutions that meet the unique needs of her clients, whether businesses or individuals. As an experienced litigator, she represents clients in state and federal courts throughout every stage of litigation, from pre-trial investigation and discovery to trial and appeals. Drawing from her extensive litigation experience, Marla is adept at understanding trial counsel’s objectives and works to present compelling cases while preparing for appellate challenges. She specializes in complex oil and gas litigation, appeals, class action matters across the country, and frequently handles easement and other property disputes for both individuals and businesses.
Honors & Recognitions
Austin’s Top Attorneys, Appellate, 2024
Best Lawyers in America, Commercial Litigation, 2020–present
Texas Super Lawyers, Business Litigation, 2021-present
Community & Professional
- State Bar of Texas- Appellate Section
- Litigation Section
- Oil, Gas & Energy Resources Section
- Civil Appellate Section
- Civil Litigation Section
- Travis County Women Lawyers' Association
- Texas Advocacy Project, Advisory Board Member
Experience
Represents clients in complex commercial litigation and appeals, including class-action matters
Devises written and oral advocacy strategies for matters in trial and appellate courts
Participates in all aspects of pre-trial and trial preparation
Manages legal teams assembled to handle complex class-action suits and multi-party claims
Practice Areas
Education
University of Texas School of Law, J.D.1997 (The Review of Litigation, Editor)
University of Texas, El Paso, B.A., 1994 (Top Ten Senior)
Court admissions
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, Sixth, and Tenth Circuits
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern, Southern and Western Districts of Texas
- U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Texas