Handle civil litigation in state and federal courts in Texas, including pleadings, motions, depositions, trials and appeals.Advise multiple elected officials on statutory compliance, risk assessment and management, and in constituent-focused solutions.

Review and negotiate instruments for acquisition and exchange of property. Oversee and advise clients on compliance with state and federal law concerning acquisition of property for transportation purposes. Counsel client on exceptions to title, inclusion of proper parties, and effecting good service of process for eminent domain litigation.

Represented insured defendants in products liability, including toxic torts, in state and federal court.

Represented developers, property owners and contractors in all facets of construction law, including contract drafting/negotiation, contract/lease litigation, defect claims, lien claims, and employment matters. Experience includes trials before judges and juries, mediations and arbitration proceedings, and multiple appeals, including before the Tennessee Supreme Court.Advised business owners in matters of contract, employment and regulatory compliance. Defended employers in charges of discrimination before the EEOC and in court.