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Fairfield Industries, Inc. D/B/A FairfieldNodal v. EP Energy E&P Company, L.P. F/K/A El Paso E&P Company, L.P.

Citation: Not availableDocket: 14-15-00586-CV

Court: Court of Appeals of Texas; July 17, 2015; Texas; State Appellate Court

Original Court Document: View Document

Narrative Opinion Summary

Fairfield Industries, Inc. d/b/a FairfieldNodal filed a Notice of Appearance of Counsel and Designation of Lead Counsel in the appeal against EP Energy E&P Company, L.P. This document, submitted to the Fourteenth Court of Appeals in Houston, Texas, identifies attorneys from the law firm Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP as representing the Appellant. The designated lead counsel is Sean D. Jordan, with his contact details provided along with those of his colleagues: Kent C. Sullivan, Danica L. Milios, and Peter C. Hansen. The notice requests that the Court and opposing counsel direct all future communications to Sean D. Jordan. Additionally, a Certificate of Service confirms that copies of this document were sent to the Appellee’s legal representatives, including attorneys from Susman Godfrey L.L.P. and EP Energy, via eFile and certified mail. The document is signed by Sean D. Jordan, affirming its authenticity and service.

Legal Issues Addressed

Certificate of Service Requirements

Application: The notice includes a Certificate of Service that confirms the document was served to the Appellee’s representatives via eFile and certified mail.

Reasoning: Additionally, a Certificate of Service confirms that copies of this document were sent to the Appellee’s legal representatives, including attorneys from Susman Godfrey L.L.P. and EP Energy, via eFile and certified mail.

Designation of Lead Counsel in Appeals

Application: The Appellant, Fairfield Industries, Inc., formally designates Sean D. Jordan as lead counsel for the appeal, ensuring all communications are directed to him.

Reasoning: Fairfield Industries, Inc. d/b/a FairfieldNodal filed a Notice of Appearance of Counsel and Designation of Lead Counsel in the appeal against EP Energy E&P Company, L.P.

Representation by Law Firm in Legal Proceedings

Application: Attorneys from Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP are identified as representing the Appellant in the appeal, with specific mention of the lead counsel and supporting attorneys.

Reasoning: This document, submitted to the Fourteenth Court of Appeals in Houston, Texas, identifies attorneys from the law firm Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP as representing the Appellant.