Amy M. Emerson

Associate
(512) 322-5848

Amy Emerson practices in the areas of litigation, employment, and water law.  As a member of the Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution Practice Group, she assists clients in avoiding disputes through pre-litigation counseling and in resolving disputes through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and trial in both state and federal courts.  As a member of the Labor and Employment Law Practice Group, Amy assists clients by reviewing employment policies and practices for legal compliance. Amy is also a member of the Water Practice Group and assists clients with matters related to water supply and quality.  Originally from Christoval, Texas, Amy has called Austin home for the past ten years.

Areas of Practice

• Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Employment Law
• Water

Representative Experience

• Complex and residential construction defect disputes, including disputes arising from waste water treatment plant construction, pipeline failures, and improper drainage.
• Assisted in successful jury trial to defense verdict in wrongful termination case.
• Representing governmental entities and private enterprises in Fair Housing Act litigation.
• Landlord tenant disputes, including claims related to harassment and retaliation.

Professional Licenses and Education

• Admitted to State Bar of Texas (2007)
• Admitted to U.S. District Courts for Western, Eastern, Northern, and Southern Districts of Texas
• J.D., with honors, University of Texas (2007) (Member, Texas Environmental Law Journal; Program Coordinator)
• B.A., cum laude, Southwestern University (2003)

Professional Associations and Memberships

• State Bar of Texas.
• Austin Bar Association
• Austin Young Lawyers Association

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