Construction Law Litigation - Construction
Kimberly G. "Kim" Altsuler
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021 Awarded Practice Areas
Biography
Kim Altsuler is the Managing Partner of Peckar & Abramson PC’s Houston, Texas office and serves as chair of the firm’s Residential and Multi-Family Construction Practice. She is also co-chair of the firm’s Culture, Career Development & Inclusion Committee. Kim maintains a litigation-focused practice with an emphasis on Construction Law and Litigation – Construction, advising clients through every phase of residential construction matters, from contract formation to dispute resolution.
Throughout her career, Kim has managed a wide range of complex litigation matters, with residential construction at the core of her practice. She represents national, regional, and local homebuilders in connection with their business and legal needs, including drafting and negotiating construction contracts, advising on warranty and defect claims, and representing clients in mediation, arbitration, and trial. Kim joined Peckar & Abramson PC in 2020, expanding the firm’s construction law presence and litigation capabilities in the Houston market.
In addition to residential construction matters, Kim represents commercial contractors and subcontractors in construction litigation and dispute resolution. Her experience also includes representing manufacturers in product liability matters, defending personal injury claims, and handling real estate litigation involving nuisance, easement, and deed restriction disputes. Kim further maintains a docket of business litigation matters arising across multiple industries.
Kim earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from The University of Texas at Austin in 1993, graduating Phi Beta Kappa with honors. She received her Juris Doctor from The University of Texas School of Law in 1996.
Overview
- English
- The University of Texas, J.D., graduated 1996
- The University of Texas, B.A.
- Texas, State Bar of Texas
- American Bar Association - Member
- Greater Houston Builder's Association - Member
- Houston Bar Association (Construction Law Section and Litigation Section) - Member
- State Bar of Texas - Member
- United States District Court Southern District of Texas
- United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
- English
- Texas, State Bar of Texas
- American Bar Association - Member
- Greater Houston Builder's Association - Member
- Houston Bar Association (Construction Law Section and Litigation Section) - Member
- State Bar of Texas - Member
- The University of Texas, J.D., graduated 1996
- The University of Texas, B.A.
- United States District Court Southern District of Texas
- United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Construction Law
- Litigation - Construction
Additional Areas of Practice:
- Commercial Litigation
Awards:
Texas Bar Foundation, Fellow
Chambers USA, 2025
Texas Super Lawyers, 2022-2024
Texas Super Lawyers, Top Women Attorneys in Texas, 2023
Best Lawyers - Construction Litigation, 2020-2025
Top Lawyers in Texas
News & Media
Additional Information
- Publications & Presentations
•“Riding the Waves: Navigating the Uncertain Waters of Diversity Initiatives,” Groundbreaking Women in Construction (GWIC) San Diego, June 2025
•"Deep Dive Into DEI," Groundbreaking Women in Construction (GWIC) San Diego, June 2025
•“Attorneys Advise New Approach to Diversity and MBE Programs,” Quoted in Engineering News Record, May 2024
•“Navigating Unchartered Waters: The Uncertain Future of Diversity Initiatives,” 2024 Groundbreaking Women in Construction Conference, May 2024
•“Reconstructed Residential Construction Liability Act,” 37th Annual Construction Law Conference, March 2024
•“Beyond College Admissions: The SCOTUS Decision’s Impact on Construction, Law Firms and DE&I,” Construction Super Conference, November 2023
•“Navigating the Changes: Understanding the Updated Residential Construction Liability Act,” P&A Webinar, August 2023
•“Adding Tools to Your Toolbox: Enlightened Construction Dispute Resolution Strategies,” Groundbreaking Women in Construction Conference, May 2023
•“Beat the Heat: Heat Stress Safety Tips for Homebuilders,” P&A and Core Safety Group Webinar, May 2023
•“Texas Shortens Cut-Off Date for Suits Against Homebuilders Who Provide a 6-Year Written Warranty,” P&A Client Alert, June 2023 (Author)
•“Texas Supreme Court Rules That Subsequent Purchaser of Home Is Bound by Original Homeowner’s Arbitration Agreement With Builder,” P&A Client Alert, May 2023 (Author)
•“Fall Protection in Residential Construction: Risks & Best Practices,” P&A and Core Safety Group Webinar, November 2022
•“Mold—It’s Still Growing! Understanding, Preventing and Responding to Mold in Construction and Renovation,” Construction Executive, June 2021 (Co-Author)
•“The 411 on the RCLA, An In-Depth Analysis of the Texas Residential Construction Liability Act,” 34th Annual Construction Law Conference, March 2021
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