Gray Reed's Civil Litigation Practice Group represents businesses, large and small, in Texas and all over the United States in serious personal injury, wrongful death, and property damage matters filed by skilled adversaries in dangerous venues. We not only represent these clients and their interests, but we also routinely and successfully try their cases when called upon, whether that be before a jury, the bench, an injunction proceeding, or an arbitration.
Our primary goal is to obtain superior results tied directly to our clients’ specific business objectives. Our lawyers understand the importance of accessibility and responsiveness. We maintain effective communication with clients, are available to them at all hours, and keep them informed of not only the status of their matters but the plan for a successful resolution. We have a deep knowledge and understanding of our clients’ businesses and industries, allowing effective communication with our clients’ business, operations, or legal personnel.
Our success is tied to that knowledge and understanding, as well as to our work ethic, and preparation. We leave no stone unturned, whether it be related to the facts or the law. We leverage our strong relationships with leading experts in the health, social, and applied sciences (including medicine, engineering, construction, and economics) to our clients’ benefit. We utilize technology (including AI) to assist in providing efficient results and excellent service. These tools streamline our research and the discovery process, as well as help us to quickly organize and identify key information, all of which equates to value to our clients.
Our Civil Litigation Practice Group was recognized in Best Lawyers 2026 "Best Law Firms" ranking, and several members of our have garnered accolades and awards from recognized institutions and peer groups.
Tort Defense—Premises & Products Liability—Personal Injury & Property Damage
Our team defends clients sued in cases arising from construction projects, chemical and refinery incidents, oil and gas rig accidents, vehicle and trucking collisions, major equipment failure, and professional negligence. Our team also routinely defends claims against manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and vendors for damage caused by alleged defective products, such as paints, chemicals, construction equipment, boats, all-terrain vehicles, and consumer products. Our team recognizes and understands the legal nuances involved in these cases, including the status of the plaintiff, the duty owed, if any, by a defendant, as well as causation challenges that plaintiffs routinely face. We use that knowledge and experience to obtain superior results.
Crisis Readiness & Response
When an emergency or crisis arises in Texas and beyond, Gray Reed stands ready to assist in every way possible. Our Crisis Readiness and Response Team combines our experienced legal team with our seasoned strategic communications and government relations experts (GRPR) to spearhead uniquely tailored legal strategies and high-impact crisis communications methods. Gray Reed differentiates itself by not only mobilizing and deploying its full complement of services when a crisis arises, but also training and preparing clients before the worst occurs. Our goals are to reduce risk, preserve stakeholder trust, and minimize negative impacts on our clients’ reputations and brands before, during, and after a crisis. Learn more by clicking here.
Access to Resources and General Counsel Capabilities
As a full-service firm, we are uniquely positioned to effectively represent and counsel clients beyond routine or the most complex tort litigation matters. When a client's need goes beyond the expertise or jurisdiction of a Gray Reed litigator, our firm has a worldwide network of lawyers for international and cross-border issues and other Gray Reed attorneys who focus on areas such as banking & finance, energy, construction, healthcare, labor & employment, mergers & acquisitions, private equity, tax & litigation, real estate, government investigations & compliance, appellate and commercial litigation. These resources allow us to serve as outside general counsel for our clients and help solve any issue they may face in the life cycle of their business.