Jackson Walker announces the selection of 12 attorneys to the “Lawdragon 500 Corporate Employment Lawyers” list for 2026.
Congratulations to the following Labor & Employment and Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation attorneys named to this list:
Notably, Dawn Holiday was spotlighted by Lawdragon in the announcement, with Lawdragon writing:
“Jackson Walker’s Dawn S. Holiday is a standout employment lawyer, noted for her stellar litigation and investigative skills on behalf of global companies. She also defends companies in individual suits and class actions involving claims of trade secrets, retaliation, harassment and non-compete agreements. A dedicated advocate for diversity and inclusion, she is a champion in her firm and community of Houston for opportunity and the importance of expanding the horizons of young people, including as future lawyers.”
Launched in 2005, Lawdragon is a legal media company that features news, editorial features, and a variety of guides to the nation’s top legal professionals who lead in a particular practice area or industry and who have handled significant matters within the past year. For information about the selection process, view the Lawdragon website.
Meet Jackson Walker
Founded in 1887, Jackson Walker has represented some of the most influential companies and business leaders in the world. Today, we remain firmly rooted in Texas while serving clients around the globe. With more than 500 attorneys across six offices, we are the largest firm in the state and have been recognized by Law360 as a “Texas Powerhouse” and an “elite law firm” that regularly provides counsel to industry-leading clients on highly complex transactions ranging from millions to billions.
Our Labor & Employment group is nationally recognized for its strategic counsel on workplace issues, litigation, and compliance. In 2025, Jackson Walker was named a BTI Consulting Employment Litigation Leader, placing the firm among the top 45 nationwide for employment litigation excellence. The team has also earned repeated honors in the Texas Lawyer Best Of awards and includes attorneys inducted into the Hall of Fame for excellence in employment law.
Complementing this strength, our Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation group advises clients on the design, implementation, and compliance of benefit plans and executive compensation arrangements. The group is known for its deep experience navigating ERISA, tax, and corporate governance complexities.