Dorsey & Whitney LLP is pleased to announce that Partners Chelsea Hilliard and Edward J. Loya, Jr. have been named to D Magazine’s 2026 Best Lawyers in Dallas list.
The annual list is compiled through a rigorous selection process that includes peer nominations and independent editorial evaluation, recognizing attorneys known for excellence, ethical practice, and impact in their respective fields.
Chelsea Hilliard is a recognized leader in high-stakes commercial litigation, regulatory enforcement, and corporate governance matters. With more than a decade of experience, she represents clients in the financial services and investment management sectors in complex disputes, including securities and shareholder derivative litigation, securities class actions, internal investigations, and enforcement matters involving the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the U.S. Department of Justice.
Edward J. Loya, Jr. is a Litigation Partner and Head of the Trial Practice Group in Dorsey’s Dallas office. A seasoned lawyer and former federal prosecutor, he focuses his practice on business disputes and white collar civil and criminal enforcement matters. He has represented companies and executives across a range of industries in federal and state courts, arbitration proceedings, and investigations involving the U.S. Department of Justice, U.S. Attorneys’ Offices, and other federal and state law enforcement agencies.