Paul Hilmon Cannon
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Paul Hilmon Cannon
Biography
I am Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 2005. Licensed in Texas since 1995.
I was named a Super Lawyer by Martindale-Hubble 2017-2020, and named a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Association in 2017-2020. I am Lead Counsel Rated by Martindale-Hubble from 2018-2020. In 2020 I was given the Outstanding Mentor Award by Houston Young Lawyer's Association. I teach continuing legal education courses int he areas of dog bite law and car accident law.
I graduated form South Texas College of Law in 1995. I started with Simmons and Fletcher, P.C. as a law clerk in 1994 and continued as an attorney after graduation. I am now a Shareholder in the firm. I am also responsible for managing the firms online presence and marketing.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Products Liability
Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Trial Attorney Simmons & Fletcher, P.C., Injury & Accident Lawyers
Year: 1995 - Current
Description:
Professional Associations
American Bar Association member (1995 - 1997)
Houston Trial Lawyers Association Member (2009 - Current)
Texas State Bar  # 00793457 Member (1995 - Current)
South Texas College of Law Alumni Association Alumni (1995 - Current)
Christian Trial Lawyers Association Member (2009 - 2015)
•Texas Trial Lawyers Association Member (2007 - 2009)
Publications
Lack of Regulation Regarding Ambulance Accidents in Texas Adds Insult to Injury HG.org Legal Resources (2017)
Unique Factors in Litigating the Tanker Truck Rollover Case Lawyer.com (May 8, 2018)
Your Company Carpool Incentive Could Be Exposing You to Legal Liability Business.com (May 8, 2018)
14 Reasons Why A Personal Injury Lawyer Won’t Take a Case Simmons and Fletcher, P.C. (February 25, 2018)
What Does it Mean for a Personal Injury Lawyer to Be Board Certified? Ezine Articles (July 14, 2012)
Important Differences in 18 Wheeler Accident Cases and Other Automobile Accident Cases HG.org Global Legal Resources (2012)
Home Owner Legal Considerations When Getting a Dog Self Growth (2012)
How to Investigate a Dog Bite Liability Case in Texas AVVO Legal Guides (February 14, 2013)
Is it Time to Repeal 28 U.S. Code Sec. 1332 - The Federal Diversity Jurisdiction Rule? LawFirms.com (2017)
•Evidence of Seatbelt Use Now Admissible in Texas: Nabors Well Services Ltd. V. Romero HG.org Global Legal Resources (2015)
Five Ways to Generate Referrals on a Budget Attorney at Work (September 29, 2017)
Recent Evolution of the Duty to Provide a Safe Workplace in Texas Hg.org (2017)
Who Is At Fault In A Rear-End Accident? Simmons and Fletcher, P.C. (January 27, 2014)
Advertise With Care: Should You Use a Search Engine Marketing Company? Texas Bar Journal (July 1, 2017)
Occupational Injury Plans and Arbitration Agreements in Employment Contracts Lawyer.com (February 11, 2017)
Can Drinking Alcohol Be Used Against You In a Personal Injury Lawsuit Even If You Were Not Intoxicated? Lawyer.com (February 11, 2017)
Awards
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Texas Super Lawyer
Thompson Reuters 2022.0
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Texas Super Lawyer
Thompson Reuters 2018.0
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Top 100
National Trial Lawyers 2021.0
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Texas Super Lawyer
Thompson Reuters 2020.0
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Top 100
National Trial Lawyers 2020.0
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Texas Super Lawyer
Thompson Reuters 2019.0
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Top 25 Motor Vehicle Trial Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers 2018.0
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Top 25 Motor Vehicle Trial Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers 2019.0
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Top Lawyer
H Texas Magazine 2013.0
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Top Lawyer
Houstonia Magazine 2013.0
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Top Lawyer
Houstonia Magazine 2014.0
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Top Lawyer
Houstonia Magazine 2015.0
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Top Attorney
National Association of Distinguished Counsel 2017.0
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Top 100
National Trial Lawyers 2017.0
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Texas Super Lawyer
Thompson Reuters 2017.0
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Top 100
National Trial Lawyers 2022.0
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Texas Super Lawyer
Thompson Reuters 2021.0
Education
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South Texas College Of Law Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Year: 1995
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University of Texas - Austin B.A. (1992) | Philosophy
Year: 1989 - 1992
Speaking Engagements
Dog Bite Victim Representation, Strafford Webinars, Online, January 23, 2013, Strafford Webinars, Can be purchased and viewed here: https://www.straffordpub.com/products/dog-bite-victim-representation-2013-01-23
Dog Bite Victim Representation, Strafford Webinars, Online, January 23, 2013, Strafford Webinars, Can be purchased and viewed here: https://www.straffordpub.com/products/dog-bite-victim-representation-2013-01-23
Certifications
- Personal Injury Trial Law: Texas State Bar
Websites
https://www.simmonsandfletcher.com/attorneys/paul-h-cannon/
Paul Cannon's Firm Profile
https://www.simmonsandfletcher.com/
Simmons and Fletcher, P.C.
Simmons and Fletcher, P.C.
9821 Katy Fwy #925, Houston, TX 77024
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 4 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
(713) 935-1410