Litigation cases in Austin typically resolve within 6 to 30 months, depending on complexity, court schedules, and settlement likelihood.
Austin Court Backlog
Estimated active litigation case backlog in Austin courts ranges from 200 (low) to 900 (high), reflecting public court reporting and caseload trends.
Litigation Austin Filing Volume
Monthly new litigation filings in Austin are estimated between 80 and 180 cases, based on court and industry data.
Litigation Case Outcomes
Approximately 35% of litigation matters resolve pre-litigation, 45% after filing but before trial, and around 15% reach trial with a favorable outcome.
I am a solo practitioner specialinzing in intellectual property, small business law, commercial real estate and business disputes including breach of contract, issues with licensing or other agreements, or intellectual property disputes such as patent infringement,
Rain is often described as a Texas State Judo Champion with an Ivy League education. She lives in Austin with her husband, Rottie, and three (normally) well-behaved children.
Randy Howry is an accomplished trial attorney and founding partner of Howry, Breen & Herman. Having tried hundreds of jury trials, he is a highly experienced and skilled litigator and is dedicated to helping his clients achieve the very best outcomes for their cases. At the firm, he handles all types of complex litigation, including personal injury, commercial litigation, employment law, wrongful death, and more. He has been recognized by Super Lawyers® and The Best Lawyers in America® (amongst others) numerous times and has been AV Preeminent® Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®. Call Howry, Breen & Herman today for a free consultation.
Rachel L. Messer is assertive, but remains down to earth. She is a truly brave advocate for her clients. She is ambitious and hardworking. She communicates well with others, is professional, can be relied upon to undertake time sensitive tasks. Attorney Messer has experience in family, criminal, and civil litigation.
I represent and counsel clients on a wide variety of civil litigation matters, including business and commercial lawsuits, construction and real estate disputes, fraud and breach of contract actions, employment and non-compete claims. In this context, I have represented and advised clients in a variety of matters before municipal, county, district and federal courts, across the entire civil litigation lifecycle.. I also provide ongoing legal counsel and advice to small and medium-sized businesses that need general legal answers to everyday business questions. I have represented multiple Austin-based start-ups as well as provided general corporate and transaction guidance on an ongoing and as needed basis. Projects include reviewing and drafting service level agreements and related statements of work, federally compliant privacy policies, landlord-tenant agreements and policies, master service agreements, asset purchase agreements, consulting and referral agreements, supplier agreements, mechanics liens and demands, and construction agreements for residential and commercial construction companies.. I have been licensed to practice law in Texas since 2006, and became licensed to practice law in Colorado in 2015. I am also admitted to practice before the Western, Southern, Northern and Eastern United States District Courts of Texas, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. Finally, while not licensed to practice to law outside of the courts listed above, I have appeared “pro hac vice” in matters in Florida, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Indiana, South Carolina, and Ohio, and has handled matters as national counsel in matters in Oklahoma and Hawaii through appointed local counsel. I have an extensive legal network of attorneys both in Texas and across the nation that can help provide immediate legal assistance wherever your matter may take you.
Pete Reid is an honors graduate of the University of Edinburgh School of Law. He was also selected for a one year international scholarship at the University of Texas School of Law in Austin, Texas.. Pete was admitted to the New York Bar in 2005 and worked exclusively in New York City until 2010 where he focused on trial work and commercial litigation, specifically, real estate litigation, contract disputes, and sports law.. In 2010, Pete Reid returned to Austin, Texas and was admitted to the State Bar of Texas. Shortly thereafter, he established ‘Pete Reid Law, PLLC’, a law practice specializing in business litigation, real estate litigation, and sports law. Mr. Reid continues to represent clients in both New York and Austin.. However, the approach of Pete Reid Law is not simply to “represent” our clients but rather we aim to be their warriors. We commit to learning everything that is uniquely important to each client, and to work creatively and tirelessly on their behalf.. In 2014, Pete Reid wrote and produced the first Pete Reid Law TV commercial which subsequently won the award for outstanding achievement in Internet advertising in the Web Marketing Association’s 13th annual Internet Advertising Competition.. In 2017, Mr. Reid was elected Chair of the Entertainment and Sports Law Section of the Austin Bar Association.. Mr Reid is also an accredited mediator in Texas and an Associate Member of The Society of Writers to Her Majesty’s Signet in Scotland.
Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Construction , Contracts, Employment & Labor , Housing & Construction Defects, Insurance , Legal Malpractice, Medical Malpractice, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Motor Vehicle Defects, Personal Injury, Products Liability, Professional Malpractice, Toxic Substances, Wrongful Death, Litigation
Clark Aspy is licensed in Texas and in the U.S. District Court for the Western and Eastern Districts of Texas. He has tried and handles cases in the areas of personal injury/negligence, products liability, condemnation and eminent domain, construction disputes, DTPA/business claims, employment discrimination, and real estate litigation in various courts around the state. His clients include small and large businesses, individuals, insurance companies, and public utilities. Mr. Aspy is also active in Alternative Dispute Resolution, both as a participant and a facilitator. He has completed the 40 hour basic training course for certification as a mediator and the “Redress” training required for U.S.P.S. mediations. He is an approved arbitrator for the Western District of Texas and has served as a mediator in hundreds of cases.
Neema Amini heads Amini & Conant's transactional/contract work, as well as the firm’s business litigation. Operating primarily out of the Austin and New York City offices, he works with a variety of enterprises — both established and emerging, and in industries such as entertainment, information security technology, and fashion. He has represented domestic and foreign clients, including companies and individuals, in various types of complex, high-stakes litigation in both state and federal courts.
Bob is admitted to practice law in all Texas state and federal courts. He graduated magna cum laude from St. Edward’s University with a Bachelor of Science degree and received his law degree from Baylor Law School.. Bob became licensed to practice in 1987 and served as lead trial attorney for the Office of the Attorney General of Texas handling complex civil litigation primarily in the areas of taxation, collection, and consumer protection. Bob has been in private practice since 1995 and concentrates in the areas of commercial litigation and general business representation, including breach of contract litigation, shareholder and partner disputes, consumer and family litigation and state taxation matters.. In over 28 years of practice Bob has tried over 60 cases to verdict including numerous jury trials. In addition to his extensive trial work Bob has experience in arbitration, mediation, appeals and provides consultation and advice to individuals and businesses.. Bob was born and raised in Austin (fifth generation). He served in the U.S. Air Force and was awarded an Outstanding Leadership Commendation. Bob is a Life Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, is a member of the Litigation Section and Consumer and Commercial Law Section of the State Bar of Texas and the Austin Bar Association.
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