Jeffrey R. Vaughan
Location: Houston, Texas
Phone: (713) 500-5000
Jeffrey R. Vaughan is an experienced trial attorney with Attorney Brian White who has secured significant results for clients across a wide range of complex legal matters. Jeffrey brings substantial litigation experience and a track record of successful outcomes in both jury trials and settlement negotiations.
Jeffrey’s practice focuses on personal injury, catastrophic injury cases, commercial litigation, and maritime law. Early in his career, Jeffrey founded his own maritime defense litigation practice within four years of entering the legal profession, giving him valuable insight into how major corporations and insurance companies approach litigation strategy. This defense-side experience provides Jeffrey with a unique understanding of opposing counsel’s tactics and corporate decision-making processes, which he now leverages to benefit his clients. His case results include a remarkable $5.81 million jury verdict against a major Fortune 500 corporation in a commercial dispute—achieved in his first trial as a plaintiff’s attorney. Jeffrey has also represented clients in litigation against some of the largest medical manufacturers in the world, including Johnson & Johnson, Bard, and Boston Scientific. Throughout his career, Jeffrey has assisted clients with recovering gross verdicts and settlements totaling over $200 million across various types of cases.
Jeffrey has achieved notable jury verdicts including $2.36 million in a trucking accident case involving an oilfield services company and $1.5 million in a commercial payment processing dispute. His settlement experience spans a broad range of matters, from commercial disputes and personal injury cases to catastrophic injury claims, with settlements regularly exceeding seven figures. Jeffrey’s comprehensive approach covers all phases of litigation, from case development through discovery and trial.
Jeffrey’s experience with catastrophic injury cases and complex personal injury matters provides clients with experienced advocacy in challenging legal situations. His background includes handling litigation matters across multiple jurisdictions including Texas, California, Illinois, Florida, Missouri, Arkansas, and Louisiana, and he has represented clients from all fifty states. Jeffrey’s approach centers on building collaborative partnerships with clients, treating them as valued team members rather than case files. He recognizes that each client faces unique challenges and circumstances, and he is committed to providing personalized attention and advocacy focused on their individual needs and well-being. Clients benefit from Jeffrey’s direct communication style, his dedication to keeping them informed throughout the legal process, and his unwavering commitment to pursuing the best possible outcome for each case.
When not practicing law, Jeffrey enjoys following college football and is a dedicated Houston Astros fan. Most importantly, he treasures time spent with his wife and three children – two teenage daughters and a young son – who provide him with perspective and balance in his demanding profession.
