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Hilgers Partner David Sillers Ranked in Chambers High Net Worth Guide for Nationwide Defamation Practice

Chambers & Partners recognizes leading lawyers serving high-net-worth clients with complex legal needs

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As demand for sophisticated defamation and reputation management counsel continues to grow, Hilgers PLLC partner David Sillers has earned national recognition in the 2026 Chambers High Net Worth Guide, receiving a Band 2 ranking for his nationwide defamation/reputation management practice.

The Chambers High Net Worth Guide recognizes the world's leading lawyers and professional advisers serving high-net-worth individuals and families. Rankings are based on independent research, including client and peer interviews that evaluate legal ability, client service and professional reputation.

"David has built a national reputation for handling some of the most sensitive and complex defamation and reputation management matters in the country. This recognition reflects his legal skill and the trust clients place in him when the stakes are extraordinarily high,” said Heather Hilgers, CEO of Hilgers PLLC.

Mr. Sillers represents companies and successful individuals in high-stakes defamation, reputation management and First Amendment matters across the country. He is known for handling complex disputes involving online publications, social media, business disparagement and emerging issues at the intersection of technology and reputation.

Clients praised Mr. Sillers for his command of defamation law, thoughtful application of experience across matters and practical counsel tailored to business needs. Clients recognized him as an “excellent practitioner” who “gives good business advice and has excellent subject matter expertise."

Mr. Sillers is particularly experienced in matters involving anonymous online defamation, guiding clients through the legal process of identifying unknown offenders and protecting the clients’ reputations in an increasingly digital landscape. His work combines strategic counseling with aggressive litigation when necessary to stop the spread of false information.

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Hilgers PLLC is certified by the National Association of Minority & Women Owned Law Firms, making it the largest certified women-owned law firm in the nation. The firm has earned national recognition for both excellence and growth, including recent honors from Chambers USA for its litigation practice in Dallas–Fort Worth and its government investigations and e-discovery work.

About Hilgers PLLC

Hilgers PLLC is a nationwide law firm with elite legal talent specializing in complex commercial and IP litigation, government investigations, reputation protection, discovery counsel, corporate and trademark services.

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