Brandy R. Manning is a trusted appellate strategist, delivering sharp legal analysis and persuasive advocacy that positions clients for success in high-stakes appeals and complex litigation.
Brandy R. Manning’s passion for appellate law began long before she entered a courtroom. She thrives on the challenge of untangling complex legal issues and crafting persuasive arguments that change the course of litigation. With more than two decades of experience in Texas and New Mexico, she has built a reputation as a strategic and results-driven advocate, guiding clients through high-stakes appeals with clarity and confidence.
Brandy is a key asset to trial teams, shaping litigation strategy, preserving error, and positioning cases for appellate success. She has secured reversals, mandamus relief, and other appellate victories, earning recognition as a top Texas appellate attorney. Known for her sharp analysis and advocacy, she frequently serves as embedded appellate counsel, guiding litigation teams through trial and appeal.
Brandy values the dynamic and client-focused environment of Condon Tobin, where she collaborates with a team of exceptional litigators to provide innovative and effective solutions for her clients.
Prior to joining Condon Tobin, Brandy was a partner at a national law firm, where she co-led the firm’s Energy Industry Group and managed complex business litigation and appeals. She also founded and led a boutique appellate and litigation practice, bringing a business-minded approach to her legal counsel.
When she’s not practicing law, Brandy enjoys mentoring young attorneys, speaking on appellate strategy, and spending time with her family.
Brandy R. Manning is a seasoned appellate attorney who focuses her practice on:
– Civil Appeals
– Business and Commercial Litigation
– Trial Support and Error Preservation
Appellate Advocacy
– Secured reversal of trial court judgment on breach of fiduciary duty and undue influence claims.
– Obtained Texas Supreme Court mandamus relief in a conservatorship proceeding for foster children (pro bono).
– Successfully argued multiple cases leading to appellate reversals in high-stakes business and tax litigation.
Trial Support & Litigation Strategy
– Served as embedded appellate counsel, assisting trial teams in preserving error and crafting winning legal strategies.
– Successfully defended a major service company in a wrongful death and survival action, securing a dismissal on jurisdictional grounds.
– Represented energy and business clients in complex commercial disputes, including contractual interpretation and ad valorem tax litigation.