Best Lawyers in Texas, United States for Construction Law
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Marc Gravely founded and leads Gravely Attorneys and Counselors, a construction defect and insurance claims law firm working throughout Texas. As counsel of record for hundreds of property owners’ and policy holders legal claims over the past decade, Marc represents Texas businesses and governmental entities. In the construction defect claims side of Marc E. Gravely’s legal practice he pursues construction defect claims and litigation against general contractors and designers on b...
Charles C. Conrad is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law, Litigation - Construction and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Charles C., who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Charles C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
P. Costa Economides is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. P. Costa, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which P. Costa is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
John J. Patout Jr. (“Jay”) primarily practices construction, real estate, and development law with an emphasis on complex commercial and residential related matters. Mr. Patout works with clients during all phases of the acquisition, development, and construction and with owners, prime/general contractors, and tiered contractors at all levels. Mr. Patout has litigated a multitude of cases before both state and federal courts, at both the trial and appellate level, and before arbit...
Kathleen E. Barrett Madere is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Construction Law and Litigation - Construction. Kathleen E., who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kathleen E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Cornelius F. “Lee” Banta, Jr. is a Partner in Peckar & Abramson PC ’s Houston, Texas office, where his practice focuses on Construction Law and complex commercial disputes . Lee represents owners, contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers in construction-related matters involving delay and lost productivity claims, lien and bond disputes, construction defect litigation, and related commercial issues. His work includes matters handled in arbitration as well as s...
Regan G. Pearson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law, Insurance Law and Transportation Law. Regan G., who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Regan G. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Matthew W. Blubaugh is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law, Labor and Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Real Estate. Matthew W., who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Reese Turner is an attorney at Bollier Ciccone Stinson whose practice focuses on construction, real estate, and business law. Reese is a zealous but practical advocate for his clients. He approaches each case as unique and develops a tailored strategy to best serve his clients based on the facts, circumstances, and their goals. Reese earned his law degree from Baylor Law School in 2020, earning a distinction in Real Estate and Natural Resources. Prior to law school, Reese obtained his B.S. in...
Nicholas J. Nieto is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law and Litigation - Construction. Nicholas J., who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nicholas J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Jonah M. Fritz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law, Litigation - Construction and Real Estate Law. Jonah M., who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jonah M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Anthony Fontana is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law, Litigation - Construction and Real Estate Law. Anthony, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Anthony is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Berenice Medellin Pruettiangkura provides practical, focused representation aligned with her clients’ business goals. She litigates general liability, commercial, multi-party, and construction defect cases across Texas in state and federal courts. Experienced in handling large, complex construction defect matters involving numerous experts and discovery, Berenice also advises on indemnity issues and contract review. President of the Dallas Hispanic Bar Association, she is active in her ...
E. Samuel Crecelius III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Construction Law and Insurance Law. E. Samuel, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which E. Samuel is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Rachel Moreau-Davila is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Construction Law and Litigation - Construction. Rachel, who practices law in San Antonio, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Rachel is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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