Commercial Litigation

Our litigation attorneys handle business and commercial litigation matters, from simple contract disputes to complex multi-party litigation, for a diverse group of clients. We also have extensive experience in litigating commercial and land use matters for farm and ranch community.  Whether you are a sole proprietor or a large, publicly traded, corporation, we have the experience and resources to aggressively defend and protect your interests.

Construction

Our attorneys have years of experience in serving the needs of the construction industry.  From contracts to complex construction disputes, our construction practice provides a full range of services to all those involved in the construction industry, including general contractors, suppliers, developers, builders, engineers, architects, and surveyors.

Real Estate

In Texas, real estate issues are rarely simple.  Our firm assists businesses and individuals with a range of commercial, farm and ranch and residential real estate matters.  Whether you seek to buy or sell real estate, modify land use and zoning controls, transfer water rights, resolve ad valorem and property tax disputes, settle an eminent domain issue, resolve a boundary conflict or have a homeowners' association concern, our attorneys' experience make us an effective advocate for your needs.

Environmental

Our environmental law practice is widely acknowledged as among the best in the Rio Grande Valley region. From complex water law issues, sewer and water plant permitting, hazardous waste and toxic tort litigation, to landfill permitting and expansion, we have successfully handled all types of environmental law issues facing Texas businesses. Our practice includes administrative proceedings, litigation and appeals. In every environmental matter, our environmental lawyers are thorough, knowledgeable, and dedicated to working for you.

Mechanic's & Material man's Liens

We enjoy success in helping design professionals, contractors, sub-contractors and material suppliers with filing, and defending against, mechanics' lien claims and recovering fees that are justly owed to them. Filing mechanics' and material mans' liens in Texas can be a time consuming and complex process. If you are owed money for work that you have completed, let us handle your lien claim. Our clients find that by allowing us to assist them with their liens, they often recover more than they would have on their own. Lien claims must be filed within strict time limitations.  If the applicable statutes are not followed, you may lose your right to file a lien.

Corporate

From large corporations to small local businesses, our team of business lawyers provides legal services including business entity planning, collections, contract negotiation and drafting litigation.

State and Federal Appeals

Our experience in appellate practice, both state and federal, is extensive.  Our experience ranges from handling civil jury and non-jury trial appeals, administrative appeals related to water law and landfill permitting disputes, protecting water supply companies under section 1926(b) and mandamus actions at the Courts of Appeals and Supreme Courts of the United States and Texas. Our firm is ready to provide experienced assistance with all of your civil appellate needs.

Water Law

Our attorneys routinely assist individuals, commercial and residential real estate developers, governmental entities and non-profit water supply corporations with legal issues concerning the use, ownership, drainage and quality of water.  Our practice includes administrative proceedings, litigation and appeals as well as water rights transfers and title opinions.

Mediation

Our attorneys are certified mediators and experienced arbitrators who understand the value and strategy of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) methods. Whether you are seeking representation for your ADR proceeding or would like to initiate the ADR process, our firm can help you take steps to resolve your dispute in a less contentious and more cost effective manner.

Estate Planning/Elder Law

We can help you plan for you family's future through a will or estate plan, set up a guardianship, add to your family through adoption, obtain a divorce, or handle a variety issues of elder law issues faced as family members age.

Our firm handles legal matters in the following practice areas: Civil Trial and Appellate Practice. Water, Utility, Environmental, Construction, Commercial, Real Estate, Business, Administrative, Professional Liability, Ad Valorem Tax, Wills, Estates, Probate, and Mediations, Arbitrations.