Rachel Clingman, Partner-in-Charge of Sutherland’s Houston office, is nationally recognized for her energy, transportation and commercial trial experience. Rachel has tried numerous cases to jury verdict and has handled litigation in 20 states. She also has been honored regionally and nationally for legal excellence and civic contributions.

Rachel’s jury trial and arbitration practice includes assessment and reduction of risk, litigation avoidance and preparedness in acquisitions and other business transactions. She prosecutes and defends claims including trade secrets, contract and contract formation, trading, valuation, tortious interference, misappropriation, fraud, negligent misrepresentation, business disparagement, physical security/terrorism, conversion, insurance coverage and indemnity, shareholder disputes and breach of fiduciary duties.