Medical Malpractice

Disciplined defense for healthcare providers and institutions in complex medical liability and malpractice litigation.

100+

attorneys

5

Cities

33

States
Overview

Clinical Defense and Medical Liability Litigation.

Germer’s medical malpractice section is dedicated to the defense of healthcare entities and provider organizations facing liability claims in state and federal courts. We represent a broad spectrum of the medical community—including hospitals, surgical centers, nursing homes, and physician groups—navigating the unique procedural and technical challenges of Texas medical malpractice law. Our attorneys understand that a successful defense requires a sophisticated mastery of both legal statutes and clinical standards.

The firm’s litigators possess extensive experience defending and trying virtually every category of medical malpractice case. This section is supported by a specialized team of nurse paralegals and medical support staff, providing the internal infrastructure necessary to analyze complex patient data and expert testimony with clinical precision. By integrating this medical insight with a trial-ready defensive strategy, we provide our clients with a robust and technically grounded advocacy from the outset of a claim.

Beyond the trial court, Germer maintains a proven record of success in the Texas appellate courts and the Texas Supreme Court. We provide the strategic depth required to manage the specialized requirements of the Texas Medical Liability Act, including expert report challenges and statutory immunity defenses. In an increasingly specialized legal arena, we offer the responsive and high-quality representation necessary to protect the professional reputations and operational stability of those who provide care.

What We Handle

Key Capabilities

Class & Collective Actions

Representing hospitals, physicians, and healthcare organizations in complex legal matters.

Commercial Disputes

Defending manufacturers and distributors in high-stakes product liability litigation.

General Tort Defense

Complex civil defense across state and federal courts throughout Texas and nationally.

Our People

Clinical Defense and Medical Liability Litigation.

Meet the experienced trial lawyers and legal professionals who advocate for our clients across Texas. Browse our team members below by title to connect with the right counsel for your matter.

Principals
Adrian Senyszyn | San Antonio Office
Alexis M. Filley | Austin Office
Chad J. Castille | Houston Office
Emily Davenport | Austin Office
G. Robert Sonnier | Austin Office
John E. Spalding | Houston Office
Kaitlin L. Carrillo | Austin Office
Karen Landinger | San Antonio Office
Katherine Bell-Moss | Austin Office
Mark T. Beaman | Austin Office
Matt McCracken | Houston Office
Missy K. Atwood | Austin Office
R. Chad Geisler | Austin Office
Ryan C. Bueche | Austin Office
Toby F. Nash | Beaumont Office
Valerie Lewis | Beaumont Office
Senior Trial Counsel
Janice M. Byington | Austin Office
Julie DeWeese Curtis | Austin Office
Juvie Cruz Cardenas | Houston Office
Laura O’Toole | Austin Office
Samantha C. Jeffers | Austin Office
William N. Wilson II | Houston Office
Associates
Cara Hudson | Austin Office
Dylan Bass | Houston Office
Rebecca Sohnlein | Austin Office
Trey French | Houston Office
Of Counsel
J. Stephen Dillawn | Austin Office

The right counsel for Medical Malpractice can be found Germer.