Professional Legal Counsel

The attorneys of Griffith, Jay & Michel, LLP, are experienced and talented legal advocates focused on resolving our clients' legal problems. The firm's lawyers provide exceptional client service while guiding clients through complex matters. They utilize the collective strength of each attorney's unique background and skills to seek optimal results for clients.

The attorneys here are respected among colleagues and clients alike. They have set themselves apart with accomplishments, including:

Several of the firm's lawyers have been AV* rated by Martindale-Hubbell, a LexisNexis company. Those attorneys are James V. Jay, IV, Mark J. Petrocchi, Ross P. Griffith, Thomas M. Michel, and Richard L. Bourland.
Three of the firm's lawyers have been listed as Texas Super Lawyers, by publications listed by Thomson Reuters Service. Mark J. Petrocchi is listed as a Super Lawyer in the areas of bankruptcy, Business/Corporate and Business litigation from 2006 - 2022. Thomas M. Michel has been selected as a Texas Super Lawyer in the areas of Appellate Law, Family Law and Business Litigation from 2005 - 2022. Richard L. Bourland was selected as a Texas Super Lawyer in the area of Business Litigation for the years 2003 - 2011, and 2013 - 2014.
Some lawyers have been listed as Top Lawyers according to the Fort Worth Magazine, a Fort Worth, Texas the City's Magazine publication for the year 2022. Those lawyers are: Ross Griffith under Probate, Estates and Trust, L. Stephen Franscini Probate, Estates and Trust, Thomas Michel under Appellate, Mark Petrocchi under Bankruptcy, and Richard L. Bourland under Litigation in the year 2018.
Three are distinguished as board certified in their respective areas by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization: James V. Jay, IV, is Board Certified in Commercial Real Estate Law; Thomas Michel is Board Certified in Civil Appellate Law; and Mark Petrocchi is Board Certified in Consumer Bankruptcy Law.