David West - In the spring of 1997 Civil District Judge David West made a personal decision to enter private practice and build a law firm. He stepped away from the bench after a 13-year career serving the citizens of Texas. During his tenure as judge, Judge West presided over many significant, complex cases and a number of them have set legal precedence.

David West is known for being both tough and cerebral.  He sets high standards for himself in knowledge of the law and leadership. The hallmark of Judge West's court decisions is perhaps best described in the words of citizens who wrote to him: "This decision required great fortitude. I admire your courage and congratulate you." - George Sellnau. Another Houstonian, John T. Golden, penned: "It's good to have a judge with backbone."

Judge West has presided over 1,044 civil trials and nearly half of these were trials by jury. Channeling his firsthand experience into private practice, West & West, LLP serves its clients with proven knowledge of the law and the court system. Judge West's commitment is to apply his in-depth, broad-ranged legal knowledge and valuable experience to exceed his clients' expectations. To this end, Judge West has assembled attorneys and staff team to assist him. The team reflects and complements his strong beliefs and principles. Their shared goal is to deliver the highest standards of responsive, personalized legal services to each client.

Michael D. West - Partner of West & West, LLP, has an active litigation practice including claims under the Federal False Claims Act, commercial litigation and legal malpractice.  Michael has 16 years of experience as a trial attorney handling major civil litigation.  He was formerly in the banking business as a manager, auditor and commercial loan review assistant vice president and is a graduate of South Texas College of Law, J.D. and Baylor University BBA - Finance/Economics.

Jerre H. Frazier - 'Of Counsel' to West & West, LLP, specializes in government regulatory matters, qui tam investigations and litigation under the Federal False Claims Act.  In addition to his role as an attorney, he has a CPA background and he has served as Chief Compliance Officer and Chairman of Corporate Compliance Committees for major healthcare and other companies.  His involvement includes development, implementation and oversight supervision of compliance programs as well as interaction with regulatory agencies in cases including the Columbia/HCA case.  He has experience in both the not-for-profit and the for-profit segments of the healthcare industry.  Jerre has practiced in Texas, Tennessee and Washington, D.C.  He is a graduate of Baylor University, BBA, Accounting and the University of Houston Law School, J.D.