Firm News

Higier Allen & Lautin, P.C. is pleased to highlight the work of Patrick Lloyd and his team, including paralegal Michelle Gumm, who recently guided clients through a highly complex estate matter involving multiple legal proceedings and challenges. The case began with a contested guardianship, followed by a contested Will Probate matter after the death of

Higier Allen & Lautin, P.C. is pleased to share a recent success on behalf of a client represented by Rachel Henderson, who secured a jury trial victory in Collin County in an eviction matter. Following trial, the jury ruled in favor of HAL’s client, awarding $8,844 in unpaid rent, $1,625 in attorney’s fees, and $204

Higier Allen & Lautin, P.C. recently represented a regional bank in connection with a loan transaction involving the refinancing of an existing commercial property in Texas and the acquisition of an additional commercial asset. The transaction required careful coordination and execution within a highly accelerated timeline. HAL’s banking team leveraged its experience in commercial lending

HAL shareholder Blane A. Seidler was recently featured in a professional publication, Dallas Bar Association’s Headnotes (Page 18) examining Texas’ Broker’s and Appraiser’s Lien on Commercial Real Estate Act, a statutory framework that can play a significant role in disputes involving unpaid commissions. The article focuses on how technical statutory rights can influence real-world commercial real

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac recently announced changes to how they enforce CARES Act compliance through their loan processes — but property owners should not assume the federal requirements have disappeared. In a new industry update, HAL attorneys Jennifer Owen, Bobby Rodriguez, and Vince Vela outline why the CARES Act’s 30-day notice to vacate requirement

Higier Allen & Lautin, P.C. is proud to recognize Rachel Henderson as she marks her six-year anniversary with the firm. Since joining HAL, Rachel has become a valued member of the team, known for her dedication to clients and her steady, results-driven approach to her work. In addition to this milestone, Rachel recently achieved notable

Higier Allen & Lautin, P.C. is proud to announce that Roberto Rodriguez has been appointed to serve another term on the Legislative Committee of the Apartment Association of Greater Dallas. This appointment is a significant honor.  The Legislative Committee plays a critical role in endorsement screenings and advocacy efforts for the multifamily industry, representing the

Higier Allen & Lautin, P.C. is pleased to share several exciting developments and recent accomplishments from across our firm. Firm Growth and LeadershipWe are proud to announce the continued growth of our leadership team. Blane Seidler and Vince Vela have been elevated to shareholders, and Alex Szeto has been named a full equity shareholder. These promotions recognize their dedication, expertise, and commitment to

Higier Allen & Lautin, P.C. proudly recognizes Tim Woods for achieving an exceptional result on behalf of his client in a recent jury trial. Tim obtained a unanimous defense verdict for his client, who faced allegations of fraud and other serious claims. In a rare and noteworthy outcome, the jury not only cleared the client of all