Commercial Litigation

Representing businesses in high-stakes disputes involving complex contracts, corporate governance, and commercial liability.

100+

attorneys

5

Cities

33

States
Overview

Advocacy in High-Stakes Business Disputes.

Germer’s commercial litigation practice is built to manage the complex disputes that impact business stability and growth. We represent a diverse range of clients—from emerging enterprises to Fortune 500 companies—in contested matters involving breach of contract, corporate governance, and fiduciary duties. Our attorneys bring a trial-ready posture to every case, ensuring that our clients’ commercial interests are protected in both state and federal courts.

The firm handles an array of sophisticated business torts and regulatory challenges. Our experience includes defending against claims involving antitrust violations, securities litigation, and deceptive trade practices. We also provide disciplined counsel in matters related to intellectual property disputes and complex real estate litigation, offering a focused defensive strategy that accounts for both legal risk and commercial reality.

Beyond individual cases, Germer provides the infrastructure necessary for multi-party and multi-jurisdictional litigation. With over 100 attorneys across five Texas offices, we offer a staffing model that matches the scale and technical requirements of any commercial matter. We combine the resources of a premier Texas firm with the localized procedural depth required to achieve favorable resolutions in any venue.

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

Advocacy in High-Stakes Business Disputes.

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
Benjamin Zinnecker | Austin Office
C. Scott Mann, Jr. | Beaumont Office
Carmen Jo Rejda-Ponce | Houston Office
Chad J. Castille | Houston Office
Charles W. Goehringer, Jr. | Beaumont Office
Chris A. Blackerby | Austin Office
Christopher D. Leavins | Beaumont & Houston Offices
Collin D. Shellenberger | Beaumont Office
Gary W. Coker | Beaumont & Houston Offices
Gregg R. Brown | Austin Office
Gregory M. Howard | Houston Office
J. Mitchell Smith | Beaumont & Houston Offices
James A. Tatem | Houston Office
John C. Howell | San Antonio Office
John E. Spalding | Houston Office
Kaitlin L. Carrillo | Austin Office
Karen Landinger | San Antonio Office
Karen R. Bennett | Beaumont & Houston Offices
Larry J. Simmons | Houston Office
Lawrence L. Germer | Beaumont Office
Lee H. Staley | Houston Office
Mark D. Lambert | Beaumont Office
Mark T. Beaman | Austin Office
Michael T. Bridwell | Beaumont Office
Roland F. Gonzales | San Antonio Office
Ryan C. Bueche | Austin Office
Toby F. Nash | Beaumont Office
Troy A. Williams | Houston Office
Valerie Lewis | Beaumont Office
W. Paul Miller | Austin Office
Senior Trial Counsel
Hee Jin Chang | Houston Office
Juvie Cruz Cardenas | Houston Office
Kelli B. Smith | Beaumont Office
Laura O’Toole | Austin Office
Mark Zamora | San Antonio Office
Paul Hammer | Houston Office
Rachel G. Crutchfield | Houston Office
Serena D. Harmon | Houston Office
William N. Wilson II | Houston Office
Associates
Callie Copeland | Houston Office
Claire Walker | Austin Office
Daniela Jimenez | San Antonio Office
Diego Snyder-Zuasnabar | Houston Office
Dylan Bass | Houston Office
Jimmy N. Smith | Houston Office
Kendra L. Watson | Houston office
Liza L. Roys | Houston Office
Mitchell King | Austin Office
Nadiah Hadir | Houston Office
Rojelio Vasquez | Beaumont Office
Ryan Neal Hagens | Austin Office
Shawn M. Figari | Beaumont Office
Theodore Carrum | Houston Office
Trey French | Houston Office
Of Counsel
G. David Barnett | Houston Office
Lansford Ireson | Houston Office
Roy A. Spezia | Austin Office

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