Practice Areas

As business litigators, we understand that protecting cash flow and resolving major financial defaults are critical to institutional and individual success. With over 35 years of experience navigating complex recovery disputes, our firm provides strategic legal solutions tailored specifically for creditors with significant capital at stake. To ensure the dedicated resources and sophisticated advocacy required for these high-stakes matters, we focus our practice exclusively on commercial portfolios, business accounts, and substantial consumer debts exceeding $100,000.

On the defense side, we protect organizations and individuals facing high-stakes, disputed financial claims. Substantial debt collection actions and litigation require a sophisticated defense strategy. Navigating these complex claims without experienced institutional counsel risks catastrophic default judgments and financial exposure. Contact us today to discuss your high-value recovery or defense requirements.

Complex legal disputes demand seasoned trial advocacy and a sophisticated approach to financial risk management. Under the leadership of former judge David Gibson, who has tried more than 600 cases from both sides of the bench, our litigation team is uniquely equipped to protect corporate assets, defend private equity interests, and resolve high-stakes business conflicts. We routinely align our courtroom strategies with the financial and commercial objectives of corporations, institutional partners, serial entrepreneurs, and private investors.

Beyond exceptional courthouse advocacy, our firm provides the operational transparency, rigorous professionalism, and responsiveness expected by executive leadership and sophisticated individuals. We understand that your business ventures and private capital require proactive, clear communication to ensure your interests are protected at every stage of a dispute.

When substantial financial or commercial interests are at stake, secure counsel with proven judicial perspective. Contact our firm to arrange a consultation regarding our strategic litigation services.

While we handle a broad range of business matters, our practitioners offer deep, real-world expertise in specific, complex legal areas:

Fraudulent Transfers & Business Debtor Recovery: We provide aggressive representation for investors and corporate creditors caught on either side of a hidden-wealth dispute. For defenders, we shield high-net-worth individuals and entrepreneurs facing aggressive, unfounded fraudulent transfer claims targeting their personal or business assets. For creditors holding judgments against defunct entities – such as empty, single-asset LLCs – we open legal avenues of recovery that many do not realize exist. We pierce byzantine corporate structures, unpack shell entities, and aggressively litigate fraudulent transfer claims to capture the sophisticated business debtors hiding behind complex corporate shields.

Habitual Criminal Property (HCP) Defense: We are widely recognized as the premier choice for HCP counsel in North Texas, protecting commercial landlords and enterprise entities facing aggressive municipal enforcement. Because HCP actions begin with a complex administrative review process that is heavily biased in favor of the cities, our team utilizes deep regulatory familiarity to intervene early. We work directly with the Cities of Dallas and Fort Worth to negotiate compliance resolutions during this administrative phase, while maintaining the trial readiness required to fight aggressively in court when municipal overreach must be checked.

Motor Fuel Supply Agreements, Gas Stations & C-Stores: We stand as the premier legal resource in DFW for comprehensive gas stations and c-store transactions, daily operational conflicts, and high-stakes litigation. Backed by 20 years of experience, we negotiate better Motor Fuel Supply Agreements, regularly handle site acquisitions and sales, and help independent dealers fight jobber and regulatory overreach. Our capabilities have been forged from representing dozens of dealers, multi-site investors,  and three major regional jobbers who serviced over 750 locations across 5 states—handling every type of day-to-day lawsuit a motor fuel jobber encounters when selling fuel to close to a thousand dealers. In the DFW c-store and fuel retailing space, operators know that when real trouble hits, you call “Judge David.” We navigate the entire alphabet soup of complex operational and compliance hurdles – including EPA, TCEQ, OSHA, SNAP, and ADA regulations – to aggressively protect your business assets.

Restrictive Covenants (NDAs & Non-Competes): We deliver precision contract drafting and high-stakes litigation services to protect vital enterprise intellectual property and corporate market share. Our firm assists serial entrepreneurs, tech executives, and private investors in structuring ironclad non-disclosure and non-compete agreements. When a breach occurs, we move rapidly to secure immediate injunctive relief, while simultaneously providing an aggressive courtroom defense for high-end professionals and companies facing overbroad, anti-competitive restrictions.

Navigating the probate process can be a complex and emotional challenge, especially when disputes arise. At Gibson Herod Law, we understand the intricacies of Texas probate law and are dedicated to guiding our clients through this difficult time with compassion and skill. Whether you are an executor, administrator, heir, or a beneficiary, our experienced attorneys are here to ensure that your rights and the wishes of the deceased are protected.

Our team is adept at handling both straightforward estate administrations and complex probate litigation. We work diligently to resolve conflicts efficiently, protecting the interests of our clients in court and through negotiation. Our goal is to provide peace of mind by offering clear, strategic legal counsel tailored to your unique situation. We are committed to making this process as manageable as possible so you can focus on what matters most.

Our Services Include:

• Estate Administration: Guiding executors and administrators through the legal process of validating a will, paying debts, and distributing assets.
• Probate Litigation: Representing clients in disputes involving will contests, claims of breach of fiduciary duty, and challenges to the distribution of estate assets.
• Heirship Proceedings: Establishing legal heirs when a loved one dies without a will.
• Guardianships: Assisting families with the process of establishing a guardianship for minors or incapacitated adults.
• Trust Administration & Litigation: Advising on the management of trusts and representing clients in disputes over trust terms or administration.
• Creditor Claims: Managing the process of notifying creditors and handling claims against an estate.
• Will & Trust Drafting: Providing comprehensive estate planning services to help you avoid future probate complications.

Successfully navigating the appeals process requires a different set of skills than those used in a trial court. At Gibson Herod Law, our attorneys have extensive experience in civil appellate practice and are committed to providing exceptional representation to clients seeking to challenge a trial court’s decision or defend a favorable judgment. We understand that a well-crafted appeal is critical to a client’s success, and our team meticulously researches, analyzes, and drafts every brief to ensure the strongest possible argument is presented.

We handle civil appeals in both state and federal courts, and we are prepared to take on complex cases involving a wide range of legal issues. Our experience extends to all stages of the appellate process, from filing the initial notice of appeal to oral arguments and petitions for review. Whether you were the prevailing party at trial or you are seeking to overturn an unfavorable ruling, Gibson Herod Law has the knowledge and dedication to effectively represent your interests on appeal.

Our Services Include:

• Appellate Strategy and Briefing: Developing a comprehensive appellate strategy and drafting persuasive briefs that highlight key legal errors from the trial court.
• Oral Argument: Presenting clear, concise, and compelling oral arguments before appellate courts.
• Petitions for Review and Discretionary Appeals: Representing clients in seeking review by higher courts, such as the Texas Supreme Court.
• Enforcing Judgments: Assisting clients in the process of enforcing a judgment that has been upheld on appeal.
• Amicus Curiae Briefs: Drafting and filing amicus curiae (“friend of the court”) briefs to provide additional context and legal analysis on issues of importance to the court.
• Post-Judgment Motions: Handling motions for a new trial or other post-judgment relief at the trial court level.