Kirk Pittard, Thad Spalding Honored Again by D Magazine’s ‘Best Lawyers in Dallas’

Durham, Pittard & Spalding partners Kirk Pittard and Thad Spalding have once again been honored by D Magazine, earning selection to its prestigious "Best Lawyers in Dallas" list for 2025.

Recognition by the "Best Lawyers in Dallas" reflects not only legal excellence but also the respect of peers. The selection process begins with nominations from attorneys across North Texas, who are asked to recommend colleagues whose work they have personally observed and respect. Following the nomination phase, a panel of veteran North Texas practitioners reviews the nominees to finalize the list.

Thad and Kirk are each known for their appellate advocacy in state and federal venues across Texas and New Mexico, and they have earned some of the top professional honors in their field. The 2025 edition marks Thad’s eighth appearance on the list and Kirk’s fifteenth consecutive year of recognition.