When your company is in a regulated industry, every investigation or lawsuit can be devastating. Attorney General investigations, agency complaints, regulatory examinations and even governmental changes can present an existential crisis.  When your license or certification is on the line, every move you make projects your competence and confidence to the government and your regulator.

We know how to handle government investigations so that they do not grow into costly and time-consuming administrative or civil hearings, but when matters proceed to trial we have a strong track record for success.

Our expertise lies in asserting our clients' interests clearly, with strong advocacy that provides the proper timing and tone.  We work to strip away "the noise" and then we work to posture your case for a favorable agency decision, whether through an informal settlement or through a formal and final appeal.

We excel in solving "Bet the Business" problems--that is, situations in which your company's survival may depend on the cost and outcome of the government's case.  "Bet the Business" litigation is different than standard commercial litigation, especially for regulated industries.

We represent clients in all manner of administrative and regulatory actions, including:

  • Crafting strategic responses to licensing and permitting investigations, and responses to civil investigative demands
  • Responding to regulatory complaints or agency examinations, including deficiency notices
  • Advising clients and their counsel regarding how to prevent criminal or civil matters from affecting their license
  • Defending companies that are the target of agency enforcement actions or administrative penalties
  • Challenging and striking governmental rules, actions, or decisions that are improper
  • Drafting Texas Public Information Act (PIA and Open Records) requests
  • Stopping Texas Open Meetings Act violations