Dallas Law Firm Adds Former Federal Prosecutor as Partner

Hamilton Wingo bolsters personal injury and wrongful death practice with Phillip Ragler's hire.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 8:05pm

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Dallas-based law firm Hamilton Wingo has added Phillip Ragler as a new partner. Ragler previously served as an assistant U.S. attorney in Florida, where he handled civil cases involving transportation injuries and premises liability claims. He joins the firm's growing personal injury and wrongful death practice.

Why it matters

The addition of Ragler, an experienced trial lawyer, is seen as a significant boost to Hamilton Wingo's litigation capabilities as the firm continues to expand its footprint in the personal injury and wrongful death space in Texas.

The details

Ragler spent over five years as an assistant U.S. attorney in Florida before joining Hamilton Wingo. After graduating from the University of Tennessee Winston College of Law in 2013, he began his legal career as a clerk for Dallas County Judge Martin Hoffman. Ragler is the latest addition to Hamilton Wingo's expansion, which has also included the hires of Mike Kaeske, Gina Mills and Alex Wolens since the start of the year.

  • Ragler joined Hamilton Wingo in April 2026.
  • Ragler served as an assistant U.S. attorney in Florida for over 5 years prior to joining the firm.
  • Ragler graduated from the University of Tennessee Winston College of Law in 2013.

The players

Phillip Ragler

A new partner at the Dallas-based law firm Hamilton Wingo, Ragler previously served as an assistant U.S. attorney in Florida where he handled civil cases involving transportation injuries and premises liability claims.

Chris Hamilton

The founder of Hamilton Wingo, a Dallas-based law firm that has continued to expand its personal injury and wrongful death practice with the addition of Phillip Ragler as a new partner.

Martin Hoffman

A Dallas County judge, Ragler began his legal career as a clerk for Judge Hoffman after graduating from law school.

Mike Kaeske

A recent addition to the Hamilton Wingo law firm, joining along with Gina Mills and Alex Wolens since the start of 2026.

Gina Mills

A recent addition to the Hamilton Wingo law firm, joining along with Mike Kaeske and Alex Wolens since the start of 2026.

Alex Wolens

A recent addition to the Hamilton Wingo law firm, joining along with Mike Kaeske and Gina Mills since the start of 2026.

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What they’re saying

“Phillip is a seasoned trial lawyer, and he knows what moves judges and juries. His new role at Hamilton Wingo is great news for our firm and all the people we represent.”

— Chris Hamilton, Firm Founder

The takeaway

The addition of Phillip Ragler, an experienced former federal prosecutor, to the Hamilton Wingo law firm underscores the firm's commitment to bolstering its personal injury and wrongful death litigation capabilities as it continues to grow its footprint in Texas.