Firm Philosophy Research, discovery and planning: The successful practice of trial law hinges on these elements before a case ever goes to trial. Combined with a cost-conscious, service-intensive and results-oriented philosophy in handling every case, these elements have made Sifford, Anderson & Co., P.C. a highly sought-after civil trial law firm. Small in size by design, but large in terms of experience, the firm's attorneys have varying yet complimentary areas of experience and expertise. Sifford, Anderson & Co.'s client base includes individuals, estates, small local businesses, large corporations, and insurance companies. Sifford, Anderson & Co. is sensitive to every client's desire for quality representation at a reasonable rate. Accordingly, staffing for your legal matter will include one or more senior attorneys who possess an in-depth knowledge of the legal issues involved. Moreover, the senior attorney handling your case will be available to discuss your case. To ensure cost efficiency, Sifford, Anderson & Co. will apportion the workload efficiently, utilizing the level of experience commensurate with the task and only research what is necessary. Back to Top Areas of Practice INSURANCE DEFENSE When it comes to insurance defense litigation, the cornerstone of the firm's practice, Sifford, Anderson & Co. has impeccable credentials. Our lengthy, wide-ranging list of clients includes many of the largest and most prestigious insurance company's adjusters and/or third party administrators in the industry. Moreover, their trust in Sifford, Anderson & Co. has proven justified. Over the years, Sifford, Anderson & Co. has achieved a phenomenal rate of defense verdicts, favorable settlements and appellate victories. Equally important, however, Sifford, Anderson & Co. continues to do so cost efficiently. Today, more than ever, it's not simply a matter of winning a case, but rather, winning it within the client's economic and administrative guidelines. PRODUCTS AND PREMISES LIABILITY Sifford, Anderson & Co. has successfully defended the manufacturers of a myriad of products, ranging from beauty products to motor vehicles to heavy commercial equipment and aircraft. Sifford, Anderson & Co. has also successfully represented premises' owners, including national grocery store and restaurant chains, apartment complexes, management companies, hotels, motels and churches. PLAINTIFF REPRESENTATION In addition to an illustrious reputation for insurance defense, Sifford, Anderson & Co. has garnered an outstanding record of results for plaintiff representation in catastrophic personal injury and commercial litigation. Among Sifford, Anderson & Co.'s accomplishments is one of the largest settlement in Dallas County Court history as well as numerous settlements and judgments in excess of $1 million in catastrophic personal injury cases. Though aggressive in representing its clients, Sifford, Anderson & Co. understands the critical importance of working harmoniously with the referring attorney as well as our opponents. For instance, by striving for a consensus with opposing counsel, instead of being contentious on numerous smaller issues in a case, Sifford, Anderson & Co.'s attorneys can focus more time and energy on the key issues that ultimately determine the outcome of a case. As for the firm's relationship with referring attorneys, Sifford, Anderson & Co. compensates them handsomely, values their wisdom and invites them to be as involved as they want to be while pursuing a favorable outcome on their client's behalf. COMMERCIAL LITIGATION Sifford, Anderson & Co. has an outstanding record of representing companies in catastrophic personal injury cases. Many of those same qualities are necessary for, and applicable to, successful commercial litigation. Chief among these is questioning skills. Strategic and aggressive discovery during the deposition phase often has a profound effect on the eventual outcome of a case. That is why Sifford, Anderson & Co. often applies the same techniques and skills during deposition that others typically reserve for trial. Without question, obtaining admissions earlier in the process produces a faster and more favorable result prior to trial, or better preparation if the case goes to trial. COVERAGE AND APPELLATE WORK If you consider litigation as a passionate, emotional undertaking, then coverage and appellate work is analytical and research-oriented. It requires a significantly different skill set, such as the ability to dispassionately compare a petition to an existing insurance policy, precedent or law and then write a concise, persuasive brief. Sifford, Anderson & Co. has extensive experience drafting coverage opinions on a wide variety of issues under all types of first and third person policies. These include issues of defense, indemnity, punitive damages, additional insureds, contractual indemnity, extra-contractual obligations, professional liability insurance, excess coverage and various other issues. Sifford, Anderson & Co.'s extensive experience in insurance contract interpretation and litigation allows the client the comfort of knowing that every provision and definition in the insurance policy will be meticulously researched and analyzed in order to give the client the best opportunity for a favorable outcome. AVIATION LITIGATION Sifford, Anderson & Co. has represented some of the largest aircraft manufacturers in the world. Services have included representation in state and federal courts, both at the trial and appellate levels, as well as advising companies regarding risk management and regulatory compliance. Sifford, Anderson & Co. has also represented owners of aircraft in disputes related to aircraft purchase agreements and crashworthiness. TRUCKING AND AUTO NEGLIGENCE Sifford, Anderson & Co. has successfully represented both plaintiffs and defendants in numerous tucking and auto cases. As plaintiffs, Sifford, Anderson & Co. has obtained a multitude of settlements and verdicts in excess of $1 million. On the defense side, Sifford, Anderson & Co. has obtained jury verdicts, summary judgments and favorable settlements for a wide range of clients. CONSTRUCTION LITIGATION Sifford, Anderson & Co. has successfully represented a variety of general contractors and subcontractors in the resolution of catastrophic personal injury cases on construction sites. Sifford, Anderson & Co. also has the ability to represent contractors and subcontractors, as well as consumers in claims related to residential and commercial construction workmanship. Back to Top