When it comes to closing deals, clients trust that Steve will operate swiftly and decisively in even the most complicated transactions.
Steve has deep industry knowledge bolstered by his time working as senior counsel for a large national bank. He understands the language, goals and demands of the industry and has represented some of the largest banks in the country.
From real estate to commercial and specialty loans, Steve finds a way to structure deals in innovative ways. Clients rely on him for practical guidance relating to workouts and bankruptcy, and he’s achieved measurable success in regard to litigation. Steve has built a practice with a national reputation and is frequently recognized as one of the best banking and finance lawyers in Texas.
Steve provides significant representation to financial institutions for credit facilities to cotton purchasers and for feedlot operations. Steven grew up on a farm in Central Texas, where his family grew cotton, raised cattle and had a commercial pecan orchard. His maternal grandfather was a dairy farmer and his paternal grandfather worked in agricultural research. In high school, Steven was a proud member of the Future Farmers of America. While he eventually chose a career in law, his connection to agriculture is deeply rooted.