Business Details
19 Years
experience
Houston Commercial Litigation and Business Law Attorneys
Sebesta Poelma was founded in 2007 as a boutique litigation firm specializing in insurance defense, coverage, and subrogation and recovery. Over the years, we have expanded our practice to handle employment law, business formation, real estate transactions and disputes, commercial disputes, construction defects, and product liability litigation. We prioritize developing personal relationships with our clients to deeply understand their business needs and provide effective representation.Our approach emphasizes collaboration between the client and our team to achieve optimal outcomes. We serve a diverse range of clients, from international corporations to local start-ups, with a focus on cost-effective solutions tailored to their specific objectives. Our attorneys are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of legal expertise and client service.
Services
Commercial Litigation
Construction Law
Insurance Coverage
Subrogation Claims
Employment Law
Real Estate Transactions
Product Liability
Business Formation
Shareholder Disputes
Mergers & Acquisitions
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We maintain personal relationships with clients to understand their unique business needs.
- Our attorneys have specialized expertise in insurance defense and subrogation matters.
- We provide cost-effective legal solutions tailored to client objectives.
- Our team handles complex commercial litigation across multiple industries.
- We combine boutique firm service with experience in large-scale legal matters.
Services
Commercial Litigation
We represent clients in complex commercial disputes including contractual conflicts, shareholder disagreements, and breach of fiduciary duty claims. Our attorneys handle litigation matters across multiple industries with a focus on achieving favorable outcomes through trial or settlement. With experience in both plaintiff and defense representation, we provide strategic legal solutions tailored to business objectives.
Insurance Coverage
Our firm handles insurance coverage disputes in federal and state courts for insured parties, insurers, and brokers. We analyze policy language, evaluate coverage positions, and litigate complex insurance issues. Our experience includes representing clients in subrogation claims and advising on coverage implications for various risk scenarios across domestic and international cases.
Subrogation Claims
We specialize in subrogation matters for domestic and international insurers through litigation and pre-litigation negotiations. Our attorneys handle claims recovery across multiple industries, leveraging deep understanding of insurance contract provisions and common law principles. We work to maximize recoveries while minimizing litigation costs through strategic case management.
Business Formation
We advise clients on selecting appropriate business entities including corporations, LLCs, and partnerships. Our services cover formation documents, governance structures, and tax implications. We help businesses establish proper legal frameworks to minimize liability and optimize operational efficiency while aligning with long-term strategic goals for growth and succession planning.
Construction Law
We represent construction industry participants including owners, contractors, and suppliers in dispute resolution. Our practice covers contract disputes, defect claims, and payment issues. We provide legal guidance on project documentation, risk allocation, and compliance with construction regulations to resolve conflicts efficiently through litigation or alternative dispute resolution methods.
People
William T. Sebesta
Partner
Co-founding partner with extensive experience in commercial litigation and insurance defense. Focuses on complex disputes and subrogation matters across multiple industries. Committed to personalized client service and strategic legal solutions.
Randall J. Poelma Jr.
Partner
Co-founding partner specializing in litigation and business law. Handles commercial disputes, insurance coverage issues, and construction law matters. Emphasizes practical solutions aligned with client business objectives.
Laurie C. Jones
Senior Associate
Experienced attorney focusing on commercial litigation and business transactions. Provides dedicated support in complex legal matters with attention to client-specific needs and industry requirements.
Questions
What practice areas does Sebesta Poelma specialize in?
We focus on commercial litigation, insurance defense, subrogation, business law, construction disputes, employment law, and real estate transactions.
How does the firm approach client relationships?
We prioritize personal relationships to understand client businesses, emphasizing collaboration and tailored legal strategies for each client's specific needs.
In which geographic areas do you practice?
We serve clients throughout Texas counties including Houston, San Antonio, and Dallas, plus Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona.
What experience do your attorneys have?
Our team includes partners with decades of experience in litigation and business law, handling complex cases for international corporations to local businesses.
How do you handle insurance coverage disputes?
We represent both insured parties and insurers in analyzing policy language, evaluating coverage positions, and litigating complex insurance issues in state and federal courts.
