Defense of design professionals in professional liability claims.

Defending claims against engineers and architects, we are at the forefront of knowledge concerning professional liability — including design-defect, construction-defect, and standard-of-care claims.

What we handle

• Design-defect claims against structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, and geotechnical engineers
• Architectural malpractice claims, including design errors, omissions, and standard-of-care disputes
• Construction-defect litigation naming design professionals as defendants
• Standard-of-care disputes under Texas Professional Engineers Practice Act and Architects Practice Act
• Indemnification and additional-insured disputes with general contractors and owners
• License complaints and Board proceedings

How we work

• Early case evaluation — including a candid assessment of exposure so the design professional and insurer can plan reserves and strategy
• Working closely with the insured and the insurance carrier to align strategy
• Engaging qualified expert witnesses early — the standard-of-care defense stands or falls on the experts
• Filing dispositive motions (summary judgment, motions to exclude expert testimony) where the facts support it
• Trial when the case requires it, with a focus on educating the jury on the design and construction process

Why design professionals choose us

• We focus on the defense — not a plaintiff practice with a side business in defense
• We understand the technical issues — and we know when to bring in the right expert
• We communicate clearly with both the carrier and the insured professional throughout the case
• We try cases when trying is the right answer