PRESS RELEASE

DALLAS, Texas - Jan. 20, 2011

Wick Phillips Gould & Martin, LLP, a full-service business law firm, announces the hire of Joseph Callister as an associate in the firm's commercial litigation group.

Specializing in complex disputes, Mr. Callister represents clients in a variety of business and employment related matters. Utilizing his professional and personal experiences to creatively resolve client problems in both federal and state courts, he also participates in arbitrations and other alternative dispute resolution proceedings.

"Wick Phillips is expanding rapidly as we continue adding top-tier legal talent to our practice," said Todd Phillips, a founding partner of the firm. "Joseph is a strong team player that brings a high-level of experience to our litigation and employment groups. His ability to handle complex cases involving False Claims, government investigations and antitrust litigation makes him a valuable addition to our firm."

Licensed to practice in Texas and California, Mr. Callister was an associate in the Dallas office of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, and clerked for Judge Robert C. Jones of the United States District Court for the District of Nevada before his affiliation with Wick Phillips.In addition to his commercial casework, Mr. Callister provides pro bono services to local families in adoption proceedings throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.

"The growth of the Wick Phillips team is a testament to the fine legal work this dedicated group of attorneys continues to deliver on behalf of their clients," said Callister. "With an established reputation for practicing law with a purpose, everyone at Wick Phillips treats clients as partners in order to provide the highest quality representation and service."

Mr. Callister received a J.D. from University of Chicago Law School, and a B.A. from Brigham Young University.

Wick Phillips is a business law firm that specializes in Commercial Litigation, Labor and Employment, Corporate and Transactional work, Bankruptcy, and Regulatory and Securities Litigation.