Business Details
Trusted Civil Trial Lawyers in El Paso, Texas
Established by five seasoned attorneys with approximately 150 years of combined experience, our firm specializes in commercial litigation, product liability defense, civil rights cases, healthcare entity representation, and appellate law. We serve clients across Texas, New Mexico, and the Southwestern United States, offering the expertise of large-firm veterans with personalized attention and efficiency. Our team includes Texas Board of Legal Specialization-certified attorneys and former clerks to prominent judges, ensuring deep legal knowledge and strategic advocacy.We prioritize client collaboration, direct caseload control, and cost-effective solutions while maintaining a strong track record in complex litigation and appeals. Our commitment to quality representation extends to insurers, corporations, healthcare providers, and municipalities nationwide.
Services
Product Liability
Toxic Tort Defenses
Civil Rights Defense
Healthcare Representation
Appellate Law
Highlights and features
- We have approximately 150 years of combined experience in state and federal courts.
- Our team includes Texas Board-certified civil appellate law specialists.
- All attorneys have large-firm experience handling high-profile cases.
- We maintain direct client collaboration and caseload control.
- Spanish-speaking staff available for client assistance.
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell
- Woodward/White The Best Lawyers in America
- Texas Lawyer Superlawyer
Services
Product Liability
We handle complex product liability cases involving design and manufacturing defects. Our attorneys have extensive experience defending clients against claims related to consumer products and industrial equipment. With decades of courtroom success, we provide strategic defense solutions for manufacturers and distributors facing litigation.
Civil Rights Defense
Specializing in Section 1983 litigation, we defend public officials and entities against claims of civil rights violations. Our practice includes police brutality allegations and abuse of authority cases. We combine legal expertise with practical solutions to protect our clients' interests in these high-stakes matters.
Healthcare Representation
We provide comprehensive defense for healthcare providers facing malpractice claims and regulatory investigations. Our services include defending against medical negligence lawsuits, qui tam actions, and state law whistleblower suits. Our team understands the unique challenges facing healthcare entities in today's regulatory environment.
Appellate Law
With two Texas Board-certified civil appellate law specialists, we handle complex appeals in state and federal courts. Our appellate practice focuses on preserving favorable trial outcomes and correcting judicial errors. We leverage our deep understanding of procedural law to craft persuasive appellate arguments.
Commercial Litigation
We represent businesses in contract disputes, business tort litigation, and securities arbitration. Our attorneys handle fiduciary litigation, class actions, and regulatory investigations. With extensive trial experience, we develop strategic solutions for complex commercial disputes that protect our clients' financial interests.
People
Eric M. Brittain
Attorney
Specializes in commercial litigation, personal injury defense, and civil rights cases. Experienced in handling complex litigation matters for corporate clients and governmental entities.
Joseph L. Hood Jr.
Attorney
Focuses on securities arbitration, employment law defense, and healthcare entity representation. Former law clerk to Supreme Court of Texas Justice Sears McGee.
J. L. Jay
Attorney
Handles commercial litigation, personal injury defense, and media law cases. Brings extensive trial experience to complex legal matters.
Gary Norton
Attorney
Specializes in personal injury, malpractice defense, and healthcare liability cases. Provides strategic counsel to medical providers and insurance companies.
Wayne Windle
Attorney
Former law clerk to U.S. District Judge R.E. Thomason and President of the Texas Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates. Focuses on commercial litigation and product liability defense.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in product liability defense, civil rights litigation, healthcare entity representation, commercial litigation, and appellate law.
Do you handle cases outside Texas?
Yes, we represent clients in New Mexico, the Southwestern United States, and major business centers nationwide.
What experience do your attorneys have?
Our attorneys have approximately 150 combined years of experience, including former judicial clerkships and Texas Board of Legal Specialization certifications.
How do you approach client representation?
We combine major-firm expertise with personalized attention, direct client communication, and cost-effective legal solutions.
