Carrington Coleman is proud to share that Managing Partner Monica Latin and Partner Cathy Altman have been named to the 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers in America.

Lawdragon’s flagship legal guide, Leading Lawyers, recognizes the top 500 attorneys nationwide across all practice areas based on editorial research, peer nominations, and third-party evaluation. The 2026 selection reflects continued excellence and sustained impact in the legal profession.

This marks Monica’s continued recognition for her work in commercial litigation and Cathy’s recognition for her leadership in construction and real estate litigation.

Monica Latin

One of the nation’s most respected trial and appellate lawyers, Monica’s practice spans a broad range of complex commercial litigation matters, including trials, arbitrations, and appeals. She is Board Certified in Civil Appellate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and is a frequent lecturer on litigation strategy and appellate advocacy. Monica is also a longtime leader within the litigation section of the American Bar Association.

Her work has earned consistent national and regional recognition, including Chambers USA, D CEO Dallas 500, and The Best Lawyers in America, where she has been recognized as Bet-the-Company Litigation Lawyer of the Year. She has also been named among the Top 100 Lawyers in DFW and Top 50 Women Lawyers in Texas, by Texas Super Lawyers.

Cathy Altman

Cathy represents both public and private entities in connection with the construction of large-scale commercial and infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, airport and rail facilities, energy projects, manufacturing facilities, and commercial developments.

She is Board Certified in Construction Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and is widely recognized for her work in construction litigation. Her honors include Chambers USA, The Best Lawyers in America Construction Litigation Lawyer of the Year, National Diversity Council’s Top Women Lawyers in Dallas, and recognition among the Top 100 Lawyers in DFW and Top 50 Women Lawyers in Texas, by Texas Super Lawyers.

First published in 2005, Leading Lawyers is Lawdragon’s original and most selective legal guide. Selection is based on year-round editorial research, peer review, and independent evaluation of legal talent nationwide.

 The full listing can be found here.

Congratulations to Monica and Cathy on this well-earned recognition.