Texas Law Firm Fights Fraud, Breach Claims at State High Court

Texas Supreme Court justices questioned a prominent criminal defense firm’s bid to dismiss malpractice claims in oral arguments Thursday.

The case has captured attention in Texas because it involves a name partner, John Carsey, at the prestigious firm, Minton, Bassett, Flores & Carsey, being accused of not performing services that he billed for in a criminal defense case. The firm’s high-profile representations have included right-wing provocateur Alex Jones in divorce proceedings and former Texas basketball coach Chris Beard in a domestic abuse case.

William McGee and his mother, Amber Carden, sued Carsey and his firm four years ago, alleging among ...