Leading Construction Law Firm in Texas
Nichols Weitzner Thomas LLP has stood alongside Texas builders, contractors, developers, manufacturers, and engineering firms as they’ve transformed our state’s skylines, industries, and communities.
We’ve seen firsthand how the right legal counsel can make the difference between a project’s success and failure.
Why Partner with Us
When you’re constructing Texas’s future, you need attorneys who understand every beam, bolt, and bylaw.
We Solve Problems, Not Create Them
We understand that construction in Texas isn't just about buildings. It's about building businesses, legacies, and communities. We’ll help you navigate the legal challenges that come with every phase of your projects.
We've Been in Your Work Boots
Our construction law attorneys have spent their careers immersed in your industry, working alongside contractors, developers, and trades to navigate the unique legal challenges of building in Texas.
We Protect What Matters
Your reputation, your profits, and your business relationships are too important to risk. We structure agreements and resolve disputes with your long-term business health as our priority — not just quick fixes that leave you vulnerable later.
We Respond When It Counts
The Texas construction industry doesn't stop for legal complications. Neither do we. When site emergencies, stop work orders, or payment crises arise, our team delivers immediate, actionable guidance.

Who We Represent
The most dangerous threats to construction businesses often come disguised as standard contract clauses, seemingly minor regulatory requirements, or routine project documentation.
Our attorneys have developed specialized expertise identifying and neutralizing these hidden risks for clients across every sector of the engineering, manufacturing, and construction industries.
Commercial Contractors
Residential Builders
Engineering Firms
Developers & Owners
Suppliers & Equipment Providers
Design Professionals
Our Construction Law Practices
We provide comprehensive services designed to address the full spectrum of legal needs throughout the construction lifecycle. Our team has handled the contracting paperwork for more than 1,500 projects to date.
Contract Development & Review
- Custom construction agreements tailored to your specific projects
- Subcontractor and supplier agreements that protect your interests
- Public and private project contracting
- Design-build and alternative delivery contracts
- Purchase orders and material supply agreements
Project Support & Risk Management
- Change order documentation and enforcement
- Schedule delay and disruption management
- Payment application and lien waiver review
- Contract administration guidance
- Document retention strategies
Payment Protection & Collection
- Mechanics' and materialmen's lien filing and enforcement
- Payment and performance bond claims
- Prompt payment act compliance
- Collection strategies that preserve relationships
- Judgment enforcement and asset recovery
Product Liability Defense
- Defense against claims involving construction products
- Medical device, industrial products and machinery defense
- Protection against business interruption and production delay claims
- Warranty and strict liability defense strategies
- Personal injury and wrongful death defense
Dispute Resolution
- Construction and engineering defect claims and defense
- Delay and disruption disputes
- Contract termination and default management
- Insurance coverage disputes
- Mediation, arbitration, and litigation
Business Operations
- Entity formation and protection
- License and registration compliance
- Employment and immigration issues
- OSHA compliance and citation defense
- Succession planning for construction companies
Building Your Success
When you partner with us, you gain more than legal representation. You gain a team that has walked countless construction sites, reviewed thousands of construction contracts, and resolved complex disputes for clients just like you. The attorneys at our construction law firm are trained extensively to try high-value, complex cases in any forum.
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve seen firsthand how payment issues can devastate otherwise successful construction businesses. That’s why we take a proactive approach, starting with contracts designed specifically to protect your payment rights.
When disputes arise, we leverage our deep understanding of Texas lien laws and payment security instruments to pursue every dollar you’ve earned. Our clients tell us our approach not only recovers funds more efficiently, but often preserves important business relationships that generic demand letters and aggressive litigation tactics might destroy.
After handling hundreds of defect claims over decades of practice, we’ve identified the patterns that repeatedly expose contractors to liability.
We’ve translated these insights into preventative strategies that start with properly structured warranties, documented quality control procedures, and response protocols for when issues arise. When claims do surface, our technical understanding of construction methods allows us to quickly distinguish between legitimate defects and normal conditions, saving you from unnecessary remediation costs and preserving your hard-earned reputation.
Absolutely. The construction attorneys who best serve your immediate needs are those who understand your long-term vision.
We’ve reviewed thousands of construction contracts and seen where standard agreements fail to protect our clients. Rather than simply marking up documents, we analyze each contract through the lens of your specific risk profile, project requirements, and business objectives. We also figure out ways to protect your interests without creating unnecessary friction with project partners.
The right construction attorney understands not just construction law, but your specific place in the industry. Ask potential attorneys about their experience with similar businesses, their approach to common industry challenges, and their familiarity with your particular specialty.
Look for attorneys who speak clearly without unnecessary legal jargon, provide practical solutions rather than theoretical advice, and demonstrate genuine interest in your business objectives.
And most importantly, find attorneys who understand that their role is not just to solve legal problems, but to support your company’s growth and success through strategic legal guidance.
Tell Us About Your Case
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