Charla Aldous Named 2026 Litigation Star for Another Year of Courtroom Success

Recognition highlights landmark verdicts and continued leadership in trial advocacy

At Aldous Law, passion fuels justice — and this year, that passion has been recognized once again. We’re thrilled to share that our founder, Charla Aldous, has been named a Litigation Star in the 2026 Benchmark Litigation rankings. This honor celebrates another year of outstanding courtroom success, landmark verdicts, and unwavering advocacy for those who need it most.

Standing Up for What Matters

The Benchmark Litigation guide identifies the nation’s top trial attorneys based on case performance, client feedback, and peer review. Recognition in the guide isn’t just about wins — it’s about impact, integrity, and consistency.

“For us, it’s always about the people we represent,” says Ms. Aldous, who was also selected among Texas Super Lawyers’ Top 10 Attorneys for 2025. “Every case we take on is about standing up for someone who’s been wronged and fighting to make sure their voice is heard. To be recognized by my peers for doing that work is humbling and deeply meaningful.”

At Aldous Law, that belief — clients first, always — drives everything we do. Every client. Every case. Every fight for justice.

A Legacy of Leadership and Results

Ms. Aldous is widely regarded as one of the nation’s most accomplished trial lawyers, with more than $1 billion in verdicts and settlements earned for clients. Named a “Living Legend” by the Dallas Bar Association, she’s also a proud member of several of the legal profession’s most respected organizations, including:

And 2026 continues to be a landmark year — Ms. Aldous was also named Lawyer of the Year by The Best Lawyers in America in Plaintiffs Medical Malpractice Law and Plaintiffs Personal Injury Litigation. She was the only personal injury attorney included in Forbes’ Best-in-State Lawyer list for Texas.

Recognition Rooted in Real Results

Benchmark Litigation’s research process is thorough and personal — involving in-depth interviews across the country to identify attorneys who demonstrate not only results but also respect from peers and clients alike. For Ms. Aldous, these honors reflect something deeper: a lifelong dedication to helping people find their voice in the courtroom. At Aldous Law, we’re proud to see our founder recognized for what we all believe in — fighting for those who deserve justice and creating meaningful change through the law.

Celebrating Our Team: Texas Super Lawyers Recognizes Aldous Law – Again!

At Aldous Law, we fight for justice every single day — so when our work is recognized, it means a lot to us. That’s why we’re excited to share that the 2025 edition of Texas Super Lawyers has once again named our team among the best trial lawyers in the state.

And there’s even more to celebrate: our founder, Charla Aldous, has earned a spot among the Top 10 attorneys in Texas for the seventh year in a row! She was also included on the Top 100 attorneys in Dallas-Fort Worth and Top 50 women attorneys statewide lists.

But what makes Charla the proudest isn’t just her own recognition — it’s seeing the next generation of trial lawyers stepping into the spotlight. Attorneys Caleb Miller and Eleanor Aldous were both named to the Rising Stars list, which highlights the most promising young attorneys in Texas.

“It’s an honor to be named among Texas’ Top 10 attorneys again, but what excites me more is seeing Caleb and Eleanor build their own reputations as exceptional trial lawyers,” says Charla.

This recognition comes on the heels of some major victories for our clients. In the past year, we secured:

These cases represent what we stand for: standing up for people who need a voice and pushing for accountability when lives are changed forever.

We’re honored that Texas Super Lawyers continues to recognize our work. Their list is built on peer nominations, independent research, and careful evaluation — which makes this recognition especially meaningful to us.

You can see the full list of Texas Super Lawyers here.

And as always, if you or a loved one needs help after a catastrophic injury or wrongful death, we’re here to fight for you.

Aldous Law Attorneys Earn Top Honors from The Best Lawyers in America

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news from Aldous Law! Our attorneys have once again been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America, and our founder, Charla Aldous, has earned the prestigious title of 2026 Dallas-Fort Worth Lawyer of the Year in two categories: plaintiffs’ medical malpractice law and plaintiffs’ personal injury litigation.

Joining Charla on this year’s list are our very own Caleb Miller and Eleanor Aldous, who have also received repeat recognition for their outstanding legal work.

“My entire team and I are blown away by the recognition this year,” Charla said. “The work we do here drives us. It's a real treat to have our community honor us for it.”

In addition to her Lawyer of the Year accolades, Charla was recognized for excellence in product liability litigation and has been included on the Best Lawyers list annually since 2003. She also serves on the Best Lawyers advisory board. Earlier this year, she was featured on Forbes’ Best-in-State Lawyer List, the only personal injury attorney in Texas to receive that honor.

Caleb Miller earned his third Best Lawyers citation for plaintiffs’ personal injury litigation, while Eleanor Aldous was named to the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch list for the second consecutive year, highlighting up-and-coming attorneys. Both Caleb and Eleanor were also recently featured in Lawdragon 500 X – The Next Generation, a guide to the nation’s leading young lawyers.

Aldous Law continues to make a difference for our clients, including a recent $71.95 million jury verdict on behalf of a family who tragically lost a loved one in a scissor lift accident. This verdict was recognized by Law.com and ALM in their Top 100 Verdicts of 2024.

At Aldous Law, we specialize in high-stakes personal injury cases, including wrongful death, trucking collisions, medical malpractice, product liability, and sexual assault cases. We’re proud that our team’s dedication and results are recognized by our peers and the legal community.

Aldous Law Named to Forbes’ Best-in-State Lawyers List – The Only Personal Injury Firm in Texas to Earn the Honor

Aldous Law, a powerhouse in personal injury litigation based in Dallas, is celebrating a major achievement: Charla Aldous, the firm’s founding attorney, has been named on Forbes’ 2025 Best-in-State Lawyers list. She is the only personal injury lawyer in all of Texas to receive this prestigious recognition, a powerful reflection of her lifelong dedication to redefining justice and advocating for those who need it most.

This award is a spotlight on decades of tireless work, groundbreaking trial victories, and fearless representation of individuals whose lives were forever changed by serious injury or injustice. With a reputation for standing up to powerful institutions and giving a voice to the voiceless, Charla Aldous has built a legacy of leadership, compassion, and unmatched courtroom skill.

A Legacy of Excellence

Charla’s approach is guided by one belief: clients deserve more than just legal help; they deserve to be heard, believed, and empowered. Whether she’s representing a child harmed by medical malpractice or a family shattered by corporate negligence, Charla brings not only legal excellence but deep empathy and moral clarity to every case. Her work has led to life-changing verdicts, national acclaim, and now, recognition from one of the most trusted names in media.

“This isn’t my profession, it’s my calling.” -Charla G. Aldous

Being named to the Forbes list is a high honor, but for Aldous Law, the real victory is in every client who walks away with justice and hope. With a legacy of courtroom excellence and a client-first approach, Aldous Law continues to raise the bar for what personal injury representation should look like in Texas and beyond.

Reach Out to Aldous Law: Trusted Among the Best in Texas and Nationwide

At Aldous Law, clients' lives have been altered in an instant, and they need the advocacy and guidance on how to set it back on a brighter path. Whether they’ve been injured by corporate negligence, harmed by a trusted medical provider, or suffered loss due to reckless behavior, our team at Aldous Law steps in not only as legal advocates but as a voice for the voiceless.

If you or a loved one has been injured and needs experienced, compassionate legal guidance, contact Aldous Law today. Let us help you take back your power with the skill, heart, and dedication that earned them a place among the best in the country. With a proven track record and recognition among the best lawyers in Texas and the nation, you can trust Aldous Law to fight for the justice you deserve. 

Charla Aldous Listed Among the 500 Leading Lawyers in America for 2025

Lawdragon’s flagship honor recognizes ‘lawyering and those whose art is its craft’

Aldous Law, a boutique plaintiff-side law firm, is pleased to announce that our founder, Charla Aldous, has been chosen among Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Lawyers in America, both earning spots for plaintiff consumer litigation.

The legal publication’s flagship edition celebrates its 20th year and includes Ms. Aldous for the 18th consecutive year. 

“This honor is a testament to the incredible clients we have the privilege of representing and the talented team at  Aldous Law that tirelessly fights for justice alongside me,” said Ms. Aldous. “After nearly two decades on this list, I remain as passionate as ever about advocating for those in need."

Ms. Aldous is known for her track record in securing significant verdicts and passionately representing her clients. Her career has earned her multiple prestigious legal honors, including nods from The Best Lawyers in America, Texas Super Lawyers and D Magazine. She has been featured by Reuters, CBS, The Dallas Morning News and many more.

The Aldous Law team most recently secured a $71.5 million verdict in a wrongful death suit against Texas-based Walker Engineering. The suit involved an industrial accident in which a man in a scissor lift fell 30 feet when another worker operating a boom lift nearby backed into the scissor lift, toppling it.

Lawdragon describes this year’s guide as a celebration of “lawyering and those whose art is its craft.” To view the full list of the 500 Leading Lawyers in America, click here.

Aldous Law Earns Repeat Tier 1 Recognition from Best Law Firms for 2025

Aldous Law is pleased to announce that the publishers of The Best Lawyers in America have again ranked the firm in Tier 1 for the Dallas/Fort Worth metropolitan area in the 2025 edition of its Best Law Firms list.

The nationally recognized plaintiffs firm earned repeat Tier 1 rankings in medical malpractice law and personal injury litigation.

“Really, we have the hardest working staff that does not waver when it comes to advocating for our clients. Together we change lives,” said firm founder Charla Aldous. “I couldn’t ask for more from our team.”

Ms. Aldous is a repeat Best Lawyers honoree, and she also serves as a member of the Best Lawyers advisory board.

The nationally recognized trial attorneys secured millions on behalf of their clients in verdicts and settlements in 2024. Most notably, they prevailed in a wrongful death suit stemming from an industrial accident at a Frito-Lay facility, resulting in a $71.85 million verdict, exceeding the company’s original settlement offer of $1.25 million.

Earlier this fall, the firm also helped secure a $30 million settlement with Hunt Oil Company to a mother of three who was left with permanent back injuries following a crash with a Ford F-150 truck owned and operated by Hunt. In that case, they were local counsel for East Texas personal injury attorney Brent Goudarzi.

The firm is also home to two up-and-coming attorneys: Caleb Miller and Eleanor Aldous. Mr. Miller is a 2024 Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star, an honor only awarded to 2.5% of attorneys in the state. Ms. Aldous is a Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch honoree. She and Mr. Miller were both also named to Lawdragon’s 500 X – The Next Generation for 2025, a guide highlighting the nation’s young legal talent.

Best Law Firms rankings are determined through surveys of peers, editorial research and client feedback. To qualify for a ranking, firms must have at least one attorney on the list of The Best Lawyers in America.

Read more about the firm’s Best Law Firms ranking here.