Cody Graham is a trial lawyer and Senior Counsel in the San Antonio office of Cokinos | Young. Cody has extensive experience in defending against construction defect claims, trucking accident suits, workplace injury claims, and general business disputes. Prior to joining Cokinos | Young, Cody focused his practice on the pursuit of subrogation claims on residential and commercial property losses involving millions of dollars in dispute. In his subrogation practice, Cody was lead counsel on a multitude of suits asserting faulty construction, installation errors, and products defect liability. Cody has tried over a dozen cases in state court and through arbitration, including first-chair jury trial experience. In addition, Cody has appellate experience including the submission of briefings up to the Texas Supreme Court.
Cody is a San Antonio native and attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he received a degree in economics and was honored as a University College Scholar. He then attended Penn State University to obtain his Juris Doctor. Throughout law school, Cody was elected three times to serve in the Student Bar Association, acting as Chair of the Honor Code Committee in his final year. Cody also competed as an advocate, brief writer, and coach in the internationally-recognized Philip C. Jessup International Moot Court Competition, which holds proceedings before a simulated International Court of Justice on a variety of foreign policy issues.
Education
Penn State Law – J.D., 2013
University of Texas at Austin – B.A. Economics, University College Scholar, 2009
Recognitions & Distinctions
San Antonio Bar Foundation, Fellow
Named as one of San Antonio’s 2023 Top Attorneys- San Antonio Magazine
Best Lawyers in San Antonio by Scene in S.A. Magazine for 2015 – 2020
Best Lawyers – Ones to Watch 2022 – 2024: Commercial Litigation & Litigation – Construction
Memberships & Affiliations
The William S. Sessions American Inn of Court
Adjunct Professor in Construction Law – 2023 to the present – University of Texas at San Antonio
State Bar of Texas
San Antonio Young Lawyers Association
– Board of Directors (2016-2018)
San Antonio Bar Association
Admissions
State Bar of Texas (2013)
United States District Court: Western District of Texas
Alec Dudley is an associate attorney in the San Antonio office of Cokinos | Young. He focuses his practice on construction law and commercial litigation. Alec graduated magna cum laude from St. Mary’s University School of Law in the top five percent of his class. During law school, Alec also served as the Managing Executive Editor for the St. Mary’s Law Journal and interned for Chief Justice Sandee B. Marion of the Texas Fourth Court of Appeals.
Education
St. Mary’s University School of Law –J.D., magna cum laude, 2018
– Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honor Society
– The John M. Harlan Society
– Managing Executive Editor, St. Mary’s Law Journal, 2017-2018
St. Mary’s University – B.A., summa cum laude, 2014
Recognitions & Distinctions
Rising Star Lawyer by Scene in S.A. (2020-2021)
Best Lawyers – Ones to Watch 2022 – 2024: Commerical Litigation and Construction Litigation
Memberships & Affiliations
Texas Bar Association
State Bar of Texas: Construction section
San Antonio Young Lawyer’s Association
Texas Bar College
Admissions
State Bar of Texas
United States District Court: Western District of Texas
Michael has extensive experience representing property owners, general contractors, subcontractors, manufacturers, material suppliers and design professionals (architects, civil engineers, structural engineers and MEP engineers) in complex construction and commercial litigation matters. Michael regularly represents general contractors and subcontractors against claims of improper workmanship and defective construction in connection with the development and construction of office buildings, shopping centers, resorts/hotels, apartment complexes, condominium properties, hospitals/medical centers, schools, restaurants and other commercial properties.
Michael also has extensive experience representing individuals and businesses in personal injury, premises liability, products liability, wrongful death and other catastrophic loss cases (automobile accidents, trucking accidents, heavy machinery and equipment accidents, workplace accidents and various other incidents resulting in serious personal injury and death). Michael also has substantial experience handling first-party and third-party claims and lawsuits for insurance companies and their insureds in both property and casualty matters (personal injury claims, storm damage claims, fire losses, personal property claims, uninsured and underinsured motorist claims and various other losses claimed by commercial and residential policyholders).
Education
St. Mary’s University School of Law – J.D., 2005
University of Innsbruck – Summer 2003
Texas State University – B.A., 2002
Recognitions & Distinctions
Best Lawyer in America 2024- Commercial Litigation
San Antonio Magazine Top Attorneys – Civil Law Litigation
Scene in S.A. Best Lawyers – Construction Litigation, Business Litigation and Civil Litigation Defense
Representative Experience
Represented glass panel balcony installer in complex construction defect lawsuit involving major high-rise hotel property in downtown Austin (owner claimed damages in excess of $10 million resulting from glass panel balcony failure).
Represented paving contractor in construction defect lawsuit concerning the installation of concrete parking lots and bays at luxury RV and golf resort (owner claimed damages in excess of $8 million for concrete failure).
Represented steel fabricator and erector in construction defect and delay case involving the construction of two large apartment complexes in Austin (owner claimed damages in excess of $5 million resulting from construction delays).
Represented HVAC installer in construction defect lawsuit involving major convention center hotel and resort property in downtown Austin (owner claimed damages in excess of $5 million resulting from claimed construction defects).
Represented commercial tenant in landlord-tenant dispute concerning the lease of a bariatric medical facility in San Antonio (landlord claimed damages in excess of $5 million resulting from tenant’s breach of 15-year commercial lease).
Represented apartment complex owner in insurance coverage lawsuit with commercial insurer concerning extent of covered storm damage at apartment complex property (which consisted of more than 50 buildings and 300+ units). Successfully negotiated multi-million dollar settlement in favor of client.
Represented commercial contractor and lumber company in insurance coverage dispute with commercial insurer concerning extent of covered storm damage at corporate headquarters and lumberyard (30 buildings and structures over 15 acres of land). Negotiated substantial settlement in favor of client.
Represented insurance companies in countless first-party insurance claims and lawsuits filed by commercial and residential policyholders concerning the handling and payment of property damage and casualty claims in Texas.
Represented restaurant and bars in various high-profile and widely publicized Dram Shop lawsuits involving claims of serious personal injury and death.
Represented property owners and construction companies in numerous workplace injury lawsuits involving claims of serious injury and death.
Memberships & Affiliations
San Antonio Bar Association
SABA Construction Law Section
Texas Association of Defense Counsel
Associated Builders and Contractors
Associated General Contractors
Greater San Antonio Builders Association
Institute for Leadership in Capital Projects
Admissions
State Bar of Texas
United States District Court: Southern & Western Districts of Texas
Kyle A. Zunker focuses on construction law and civil appellate matters. He has represented many different players in construction, including general contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers, engineers, and owners. Kyle takes pride in persuasively articulating his client’s position and is driven by his passion to provide clients with common-sense solutions to complex problems.
Education
Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law – J.D., magna cum laude, 2015 – SMU Law Review Association, Staff Editor
Texas Lutheran University – B.A., magna cum laude, 2012 – Triple Major in Philosophy, English (Writing Specialization), and Spanish Studies
Recognitions & Distinctions
Best Lawyers – Ones to Watch 2024: Construction Law
Hutchison Scholarship: merit-based, full-tuition scholarship awarded to three students per year at Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law
Order of the Coif, Southern Methodist University Chapter
Super Lawyers Rising Stars 2024
Representative Experience
Represented Spanish EPCM contractor in multi-party, multi-million dollar international construction arbitration involving complex legal issues arising from $800 million industrial project. Served as primary associate on file; role included interviewing witnesses and preparing all witness statements, drafting all pleadings, and performing mix of second and first-chair duties during trial. Communicated with foreign client in Spanish.
Represented California-based general contractor in $1,200,000 arbitration arising from large, industrial construction project.
Represented several large general contractors in multi-million dollar lawsuits regarding alleged defects in commercial construction projects in multiple counties in Texas.
Represented owner in federal-court lawsuit regarding a construction defect that compromised the integrity of a multi-million dollar commercial building.
Represented Spanish-speaking subcontractor against a general contractor who withheld approximately half of the subcontract price.
Represented general contractor in suit against project owner to recover unpaid contract price and value of additional work and defended contractor against owner’s claims for defective construction.
Represented defendant seller in a mass-tort lawsuit arising from an industrial explosion. Assisted with preparing motions for summary judgment, motions to strike expert witnesses, and jury charge.
Represented roofing contractor in Texas intermediate appellate court on appeal from the trial court’s denial of motion to compel arbitration against the building owner’s insurer, who was a non-signatory to the arbitration clause. 2020 WL 3478658
Represented outdoor-recreation business owner in Texas intermediate appellate court when the plaintiff appealed the business owner’s summary judgment of no liability on the plaintiff’s wrongful death claim. 2016 WL 3136878
Represented contractor in Texas intermediate appellate court when the plaintiff appealed the contractor’s summary judgment of no liability on the plaintiff’s personal injury claim. 2016 WL 4376628
Represented insurer in United States Court of Appeals (Fifth Circuit) when the plaintiff appealed the insurer’s summary judgment of no liability on the plaintiff’s underinsured motorist claim. 663 Fed.Appx. 302
Represented insurer in United States Court of Appeals (Fifth Circuit) when the plaintiff appealed the insurer’s summary judgment of no liability based on contract-interpretation arguments. 656 Fed.Appx. 729
Represented association of businesses in Texas Supreme Court in attempt to overturn Texas intermediate appellate court’s decision to vacate injunction prohibiting a Texas municipality from enforcing local ordinances. 2018 WL 3618299, 2018 WL 4194908
Speaking Engagements & Presentations
Liens: How to Get Paid, AGC’s The Basics 2020, February 18, 2020
AIA Contract Document Workshop, HalfMoon Education Inc., March 27, 2019
Legal and Insurance Tips for Small Businesses, MAESTRO Entrepreneur Center, November 13, 2018
Contracting & Risk Management, Hispanic Contractors Association, October 12, 2016
Publications
Design Defects: a New Law and an Old Rule Construction News, August 2021
Can a GC sue an architect for bad plans? Construction News, December 2, 2015
Memberships & Affiliations
State Bar of Texas, Construction Section – Young Lawyer Representative (statewide) (2022-current) – Chairperson on Young Lawyer Committee (San Antonio) (2019-2020, 2022-current)
State Bar of Texas, Appellate Section
San Antonio Bar Association
Admissions
State Bar of Texas
United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
United States District Court: Southern & Western Districts of Texas
Other Languages
Spanish
Community Involvement
Associated Builders and Contractors, South Texas Chapter, Future Leaders’ Initiative, Chair (2021)
United Way of San Antonio, Emerging Leaders Council (2018-2020)
Kerry Sonsino is a seasoned attorney in civil practice. She has substantial experience in all aspects of litigation with a focus on first party and third party insurance defense, general liability, construction, consumer law, and personal injury and wrongful death defense. Kerry is a valued asset to Cokinos | Young with her diverse legal background, having worked a broad scope of cases with governmental entities, landlord/tenant disputes, deceptive trade-consumer law, and business entities, as well as bankruptcy, probate, and appellate law. Kerry was the Head Articles Editor of the Houston Journal of Int’l Law, and she was a published author in the journal prior to her editorship.
Education
University of Houston College of Law – J.D., 1988
– Head Articles Editor
– Houston Journal of International Law
The University of Wisconsin at Madison – B.A. International Relations, 1985
Recognitions & Distinctions
AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell peer review ratings, the highest rating possible
Recipient of the Mike Levy Young Leadership Award
Publications
Author: “Legal Obstacles to Combating State-Sponsored Terrorism,” 10 Hou. J. Int’l Law 159 (1987)
Memberships & Affiliations
State Bar of Texas, Member
Federal Bar Association, Member
Admissions
State Bar of Texas
United States District Court: Western District of Texas
United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
United States Supreme Court
Community Involvement
Jewish Community Center, Board of Directors
American-Israel Public Affairs Committee, Member and San Antonio Council Co-Chair
National Conference of Synagogue Youth, San Antonio Parent Committee
Stephanie O’Rourke is a member of the firm’s litigation practice group and manages the firm’s San Antonio office. Her practice focuses on the representation of general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers in construction disputes as well as businesses in complex disputes. She has a wealth of experience in litigation, and she is consistently asked to present at workshops and seminars regarding her expertise on contracts, liens and bonds. Stephanie’s expertise in construction litigation has earned her recognition from numerous publications and organizations. Stephanie is Board Certified in Construction Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Stephanie is a member of the American College of Construction Lawyers and was the first lawyer from San Antonio inducted into this invitation only organization. Stephanie is the Past Chair of the State Bar of Texas Construction Law Section and currently serves on the Board of Directors of Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) – San Antonio.
Education
St. Mary’s University – J.D., 1988
University of South Carolina – B.A., 1984
Recognitions & Distinctions
American College of Construction Lawyers Fellow
San Antonio Bar Association Construction Law Section
– Chair (2022-2024)
– Secretary (2021-2022)
– Board Member
Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) South Texas Chapter
– Chair Elect (2022-2023)
– Board of Directors: Executive Committee Secretary
– Chairman for Political Action Committee
– Chairman for Governmental Affairs Committee (2011-2013)
State Bar of Texas: Litigation and Construction Law Sections
– Chair (2021-2022)
– Appointed Council Member (2009-2012)
– Secretary of Construction Law Section (2018)
– Treasurer of Construction Law Section (2019)
First San Antonio attorney selected and inducted into the prestigious American College of Construction Lawyers, an invitation only association of the top 1% of construction lawyers in North America
Named as one of San Antonio’s 2023 and 2024 Top Attorneys – San Antonio Magazine
Named as one of San Antonio’s 2023 Outstanding Woman in Law- Scene in SA Magazine
Named as one of the Top 50 Women Leaders of San Antonio for 2022 & 2023 by Women We Admire
Named as one of the Top Women Leaders of San Antonio for 2024
Named as one of the Women in the Law Top Peer-Nominated Lawyers for 2022 by Best Lawyers
Best Lawyers in America 2022 – Lawyer of the Year for Construction Litigation
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America 2018-2024 for working in: Commercial Litigation, Construction Law and Litigation-Construction
Texas Diversity Council – 2022 Texas Legal Diversity Summit Top Women Award, 2022
Americas Most Honored Lawyers 2020-2023 (Top 1% of lawyers in the United States receive the award)
Named as one of San Antonio’s Outstanding Women in Law in 2021- Construction Litigation by S.A. Scene magazine
Chambers ranked attorney 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Board Certified in Construction Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization (TBLS)
Named a Texas Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters from 2012-2023. Each year, no more than 5 percent of lawyers in the state are selected to receive this honor
Named by her peers as one of San Antonio’s Best Lawyers in 2010, 2012 – 2014 and 2016-2020 by S.A. Scene magazine
1st Annual Best S.A. Female Lawyer by Scene in S.A.
Texas Top Attorneys – Texas Monthly – November 2020
AV Preeminent Judicial Rating Martin Dale Hubbell 2019 – 2023
2019 Trademark Women of Distinction
Named Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation 2018-2019
Honoree for the Outstanding Lawyers Awards 2019, presented by the San Antonio Business Journal
Lawyer of Distinction, Construction Law 2019-2023
Lawyer of Distinction, Civil Litigation 2020-2023
Litigator of the Year American Institute of Trial Lawyers
Honoree for the Outstanding Lawyers Awards 2019, presented by the San Antonio Business Journal
National Alliance of Attorneys – “Attorney of the Year 2021 – Civil Litigation”
District 10 Nominating Committee, Texas Bar Foundation
Board Member, Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) – San Antonio
Member, AGC Consulting Constructors’ Council of America
American Institute of Legal Professionals, Lawyer of the Year, Civil Litigation 2021
American Academy of Attorneys, Top 100 2021, Civil Litigation
Representative Experience
Represented international company in ICC dispute. Successfully defended against claims in excess of $20 million and prevailed on client’s contract claims.
Determined the validity and priority of liens in a large construction dispute between owner, general contractor and subcontractors.
Drafted, reviewed and advised on all contract documents with suppliers and general contractors for a multimillion dollar, statewide concrete contractor.
Filed mechanics and materialman liens for contractors, subcontractors and suppliers throughout Texas. Represent lien claimant in foreclosure and collection proceedings.
Represent multiple real estate developers in various aspects including contract resolution and disputes.
Represented a partner of a limited liability company against allegations of breach of fiduciary duty brought by remaining partners of an automotive service company.
Represented a nursing home facility against a claim of breach of fiduciary duty against an individual whose partnership rights were terminated.
Represent insurance companies in statewide first and third party cases.
Represent a childcare facility on all labor & employment matters, EEOC rules as well as general policy and legal matters.
Act as counsel for a multimillion dollar commercial real estate developer. Handle all real estate transactions and contracts as well as litigation matters.
In 2013 alone, tried 3 significant arbitrations and prevailed against the City of Edinburg, a Zachary entity, and against a multi-million dollar claim.
Represent industrial contractor in all claims across the United States.
Represent general contractors throughout Texas on construction defect claims.
Speaking Engagements & Presentations
“Killer Contract Provisions,” Associated General Contractors (August, 2023)
“Construction Contracts,” Associated General Contractors (September, 2022)
“Texas Lien Laws,” Associated General Contractors (June, 2022)
“Killer Contract Provisions: Recognizing, Evaluating and Managing Contract Risk,” Associated General Contractors (April, 2022)
“Legislative Update,” Associated General Contractors-Rio Grande Valley Chapter (January 2022)
“Modernizing Commercial Liens – Is HB 2237 Better?”, Associated General Contractors-Texas Building Branch (July 2021)
“The Pitfalls of Factoring; The Do’s and Don’ts,” Associated Builders and Contractors (January 2021)
“COVID-19 is Changing Everything – Including Contracts and Insurance Policies,” CFMA (December 2020)
“The Impact of COVID-19 and How to Prepare,” Associated General Contractors (March, 2020)
“Force Majeure Clauses,” Associated Builders and Contractors (March 2020)
“Construction Law and Risk Mitigation,” I-LinCp Risk Management Seminar (June 2019)
“Effective Client Counseling,” Bexar County Women’s Bar Annual Retreat (June 2019)
“Construction Contract Clauses: What the CPA Needs to Understand, ” CICPAC Webinar (January 2018)
“They Creak, They Crack, They Crumble: A Review of Spooky Construction Projects,” Texas A&M University (October 2017)
“Navigating Construction Contracts & Legal Updates,” Eilan Hotel (September 2017)
“Unforeseen Conditions and the Unexpected,” Texas A&M COCSI Law (December 2016)
“Killer Contract Clauses,” Hispanic Contractors Association (September 2016)
“Lien and Construction Contract Updates,” sponsored by The Construction Zone, San Antonio, Texas, (January 2014)
“Killer Contract Clauses and Case Law Update on Ewing v Amerisure,” Insource Insurance (June 2014)
“Employment 101,” Insource Insurance, San Antonio, Texas (November 2014)
“Texas Legislative Session,” seminar sponsored by Guaranty Insurance Services, San Antonio, Texas (November 2011)
“Construction Contracts: How to Negotiate Key Contract Provisions,” sponsored by Guaranty Insurance, San Antonio, Texas (2010)
Publications
O’Rourke, S.L. and Trevino, C.C. (2022, April). TEXAS: An Introduction to Construction. Chambers and Partners.
O’Rourke, S.L. (2021, February). The Duality and Burdens of Substantial Performance.
O’Rourke, S.L. (2015, October). You’re insured against the big-ticket rip and tear damages, right?. Construction News Publication, Legal Column.
O’Rourke, S.L. (2014, June). Supreme Court Revitalizes Strength of Forum-Selection Clauses. ABC’s Construction Executive Magazine.
O’Rourke, S.L. (2012, January). Negotiating Construction Contracts. Institute for Strategic Negotiations, National Webinar.
O’Rourke, S.L. (2011, December). Texas Legislative Updates. Paper presented at the Annual Construction Industry Conference, San Antonio, Texas.
O’Rourke, S.L. (2010, October). Collecting the Judgment: Collection Law From Start to Finish. Paper presented at the National Business Institute, San Antonio, Texas.
O’Rourke, S.L. (2009). Multi-Party Property Damage Claims from the General Contractor’s Perspective. Paper presented at the 22nd Annual Construction Law Conference, San Antonio, Texas.
O’Rourke, S.L. (2004). Can the Insured Forfeit Coverage. State Bar of Texas, CLE.
O’Rourke, S.L. (2004). Basic’s mechanic’s and materialmen’s liens; The use and Abuse of Article 21.55. Houston, TX: South Texas College of Law.
O’Rourke, S.L. (1996). Dealing with Counterclaim and Defenses. State Bar of Texas Advanced Creditors’ Rights Course.
Memberships & Affiliations
San Antonio Bar Association Construction Law Section
– Chair (2022-2023)
– Secretary (2021-2022)
– Board Member
Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) South Texas Chapter
– Chair Elect (2022-2023)
– Board of Directors: Executive Committee Secretary
– Chairman for Political Action Committee
– Chairman for Governmental Affairs Committee (2011-2013)
Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) San Antonio
– Board of Directors Member
State Bar of Texas: Litigation and Construction Law Sections
– Chair (2021-2022)
– Appointed Council Member (2009-2012)
– Secretary of Construction Law Section (2018)
– Treasurer of Construction Law Section (2019)
Texas Board of Legal Specialization: Construction Law Advisory Commission
American College of Construction Lawyers
Consulting Constructors’ Council of America
Kendall County Bar Association
Texas Association of Defense Counsel
Defense Research Institution: San Antonio Construction Law Section
Associated General Contractors
TADC Nominating Committee (2014-2015)
CFMA Board of Directors
Admissions
State Bar of Texas
United States District Court: Northern, Southern & Western Districts of Texas
United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
Gabriel Head is a construction lawyer engaged in providing full service representation for general contractors and subcontractors in state and federal courts, arbitration and mediation with respect to breach of contract, design defect and building defect claims, differing site conditions, delay claims, payment issues, mechanic liens and bond claims. Gabriel also has experience drafting and negotiating complex industry documents including EPC contracts, owner/builder, design-builder, and contractor/subcontractor commercial construction contracts.
Education
Baylor Law School – J.D., 2006
– Baylor Law Review – Executive Editor and Notes & Comments Editor 2005 – 2006
– Order of Barristers
– National Champion 2006 American Association of Trial Lawyers Mock Trial Competition
Southwest Texas State University – M.A. 2000
Recognitions & Distinctions
Best Lawyer in America 2024- Construction Law and Litigation – Construction
Named Texas Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters 2017-2023
Named a 2015 and 2016 Texas Rising Star in Construction Litigation by Thomson Reuters. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of lawyers in the state are selected to receive this honor.
Named a 2014 Rising Star by SA Scene Magazine
Representative Experience
Obtained multi-million dollar arbitration award for a major tank fabricator in a dispute against EPC contractor arising out of the construction of liquefied natural gas tanks.
Obtained $1.9 million arbitration award for extra work costs on behalf of a highway subcontractor for work associated with the construction of a Texas toll road.
Obtained an arbitration award of over $300,000 for subcontractor in a dispute against general contractor on a federal project for delays and extra work related to project re-sequencing.
Successfully represented electrical subcontractor on multi-million dollar breach of contract claim against design-build contractor on a major hotel project in San Antonio.
Obtained an arbitration award of over $200,000 for general contractor for costs associated differing site conditions on a public works project in Edinburg, Texas.
Successfully represented EPC contractor in multi-million dollar dispute against the owner related to the construction of a polypropylene plant.
Successfully represented concrete forming subcontractor in a multi-million dollar wrongful termination claim against a general contractor on a major hotel project in San Antonio.
Successfully represented and major general contractor regarding a delay and work supplementation claim against subcontractor related to construction of piers on a federal project.
Represented and negotiated settlement on behalf of subcontractor in multi-party multi-million dollar construction defect dispute.
Successfully represented supplier in a contract dispute against valve manufacturer with respect to materials supplied to a high performance computer facility.
Drafted successful Motion for Summary Judgment disposing of bank’s breach of contract claim against land developer and drafted and successfully argued Respondent’s brief before 13th Court of Appeals; 2009 WL 1089462 (Tex. App. Corpus Christi, April 23, 2009).
Memberships & Affiliations
Texas Bar Association: Construction Law Section
San Antonio Bar Association: Construction Law Section
San Antonio Young Lawyers Association
Admissions
State Bar of Texas (2006)
United States District Court: Southern District of Texas
Jay Farwell has over 25 years’ experience as a civil trial lawyer handling complex construction matters, as well as commercial, consumer, employment, insurance, and administrative cases. He is Board Certified in Construction Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Jay represents general contractors, owners, subcontractors, material suppliers, design professionals and governmental entities in all types of construction cases including defective construction, collections, contractual disputes, delay and interference claims, design professional liability, differing site conditions, misappropriation of construction trust funds, insurance coverage, administrative, and other types of disputes. Jay has tried many cases to juries and to the Court in both state and federal courts, and regularly represents parties in arbitration proceedings. He handles appeals in state and federal appellate courts. Jay is also an experienced mediator.
Education
Texas Tech University – J.D., 1992
University of Texas at Austin – B.A., Government, 1988
Recognitions & Distinctions
Best Lawyers in America 2021 – 2024: Construction Law, Litigation – Construction & Commercial Litigation
Board Certified in Construction Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization (TBLS)
Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
Memberships & Affiliations
Associated Builders & Contractors
Associated General Contractors
American Subcontractors Association
Bexar County Dispute Resolution Center
William S. Sessions American Inns of Court
State Bar of Texas Construction Law Section
San Antonio Bar Association Construction Law Section
Admissions
State Bar of Texas
United States Supreme Court
United States District Court: Eastern, Southern & Western Districts of Texas
United States Courts of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Stan Curry has over 30 years of experience as a civil trial lawyer focusing on construction, environmental, employment, and general civil litigation. Stan has represented general contractors, subcontractors, specialty contractors, owners, developers, public agencies, architects, engineers, and heavy highway, involving public and private projects (commercial, industrial, and institutional). He handles disputes related to differing site conditions, delays, design and construction defects, as well as surety bond issues. Stan has tried over 40 construction cases in court and he has also acted as an arbitrator and mediator in numerous construction disputes.
Education
Baylor University – J.D., 1972
Baylor University – B.A., 1969
Recognitions & Distinctions
Best Lawyers in America 2021 – 2024: Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, and Litigation – Construction
AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell peer review ratings, the highest rating possible.
Memberships & Affiliations
San Antonio Bar Association – Construction Law Section, Past Chair
State Bar of Texas – Construction Law Section
Texas Bar Foundation – Life Fellow
Associated Builders and Contractors
Associated General Contractors
Admissions
State Bar of Texas
United States District Court: Northern, Eastern, Southern & Western Districts of Texas
United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
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