FMG Expands Texas Litigation Team with Thompson Coe Group

New partners in Dallas bolster firm's complex litigation and insurance coverage capabilities across the state.

Published on Feb. 4, 2026

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Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG), an AmLaw 200 national litigation firm, has announced the addition of a new team of partners in Dallas, further accelerating the firm's rapid expansion across Texas. The group, which joins from Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP, includes Rick Harmon, Harrison Yoss, Jody Stasney, Brett Gardner, Gordan Truong and Teresa Carver.

Why it matters

This expansion strengthens FMG's bench in complex litigation and insurance coverage, allowing the firm to better support national and regional clients facing high-stakes matters across Texas. It also marks another milestone in FMG's long-term growth strategy to build best-in-class litigation teams in key U.S. markets.

The details

The new Dallas team follows FMG's recent additions in Houston from McGlinchey Stafford, bringing the firm's total Texas attorney count to 32. FMG currently maintains offices in Plano and Houston and is in the process of launching a downtown Dallas office. Together, the new partners add significant depth to FMG's capabilities in high-exposure litigation, insurance coverage and trial advocacy.

  • FMG announced the new hires on February 4, 2026.

The players

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG)

An AmLaw 200 national litigation firm that is rapidly expanding its presence in Texas.

Rick Harmon

One of the new partners joining FMG's Dallas team from Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP.

Harrison Yoss

One of the new partners joining FMG's Dallas team from Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP.

Ben Mathis

The Managing Partner of Freeman Mathis & Gary.

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What they’re saying

“These attorneys represent the caliber of talent we continue to attract as we execute on our Texas growth strategy. Each brings a proven track record in complex, high-stakes matters and a deep understanding of the challenges our clients face.”

— Ben Mathis, Managing Partner, Freeman Mathis & Gary (PRNewswire)

What’s next

FMG is also looking to expand into the San Antonio market and expects to make more announcements about its growth in Texas in the near future.

The takeaway

FMG's strategic expansion in Texas, marked by the addition of this high-profile litigation team in Dallas, demonstrates the firm's commitment to building best-in-class legal capabilities to serve clients across the state and beyond.