First Admitted: 2011, Texas

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Successfully prevailed on plea to the jurisdiction resulting in dismissal of claims against individuals and business clients.
Drafted and obtained an emergency temporary restraining order (TRO) for a company and its majority owners in derivative proceeding, providing the ability to regain control and access to proprietary information.
Defended residential real estate builder and related entities from contractual and construction defect claims in state court and in arbitration.
Defended a corporate client during trial and obtained take-nothing judgment as to plaintiffs' claims.
Obtained judgment in favor of a client at trial for breach of promissory note secured by real property, including an award of all damages and attorney fees requested.
Negotiated a favorable resolution on behalf of a family-owned HVAC company.
Negotiated a favorable resolution on behalf of a private duty care provider.
Successfully defeated special appearances on behalf of Texas individuals and Texas-owned businesses.

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Sarah M. Vida