Representative Matters

Representing a manufacturer of separation products installed in process units against claims made by a multi-national chemical manufacturing corporation seeking damages exceeding $10 million relating to alleged defects in design of the products and failures of the products installed.

Represented the owners of a horizontal boring business in partial recapitalization and debt restructure.

Representation of a Texas-based 24-hour emergency medical care company in connection with a private equity investment by Austin Ventures and the development of joint ventures with non-profit hospital systems in San Antonio, Dallas Ft. Worth and Austin, Texas and Denver, Colorado for the development of 20+ micro-hospitals

Represented non-profit for the development of park, open space and community facilities within the City of Houston, including construction manager at risk agreements, contractor agreements and architects agreements using AIA Contract forms and other negotiated forms, and negotiation of agreements with governmental entities related to such developments.

Transfer of ownership interests in multiple related entities and and jointly owned insurance policies relating to a construction business in settlement of disputes between the business’s owners.

Ongoing representation of a private equity backed company in the workforce third-party administrator and toxicology lab business in multiple acquisitions in furtherance of their growth by acquisition strategy.

Represented a refinery service contractor in a breach of contract matter arising out of allegations that equipment manufacturer failed to deliver equipment in a timely manner and delivered equipment that did not conform to the requirements of the agreement. This matter centered on the interpretation of Article 2 of the Uniform Commercial Code dealing with delivery of goods, nonconforming goods, and lost profits as damages. The matter ultimately settled on confidential terms.

Represented S-Corporation in conducting a reverse stock split.

Represented a Houston-based real estate development company in formation and capitalization of three investment funds having raised in excess of $25 million though private offerings under Regulation D of the Securities Act of 1933.

Representation of the minority owner and operator of free standing emergency centers in the sale of the membership interests to a national hospital operating company.

Successfully negotiated seven-figure settlement in construction dispute in favor of clients

Won a unanimous jury verdict for one of Houston’s oldest title Insurance Agencies in a dispute with its landlord for breaching an exclusive use clause in the client’s lease. After a week in trial, the jury awarded the client a judgment for its damages, including attorney’s fees.

Represented client in the acquisition of 46 acres in Katy for $13.8 million.

Ongoing representation of a Mauritius based company in connection with its international expansion strategy for distribution of specialized software for oil and gas well analysis.

Successfully defended a manufacturer in a lawsuit brought by former employee claiming sexual harassment, hostile work environment and negligent hiring based on allegations that former employee’s supervisor made sexually explicit comments to her. The former employee’s claim of negligent hiring was premised on the allegation that the employer hired the supervisor who had a criminal record. The lawsuit raised novel issues relating to the exclusivity provision of the Texas Workers Compensation Act.

Serves as outside general counsel for a privately held pool and water maintenance service provider serving the gulf coast