William Apt provides legal expertise whether you are being sued or are initiating legal action. The goal is to reach a resolution without going to court or, barring that option, to provide legal counsel for civil litigation. My legal services include corporate, commercial and shareholder disputes.

Business/contract dispute legal services include:

• Contract disputes with customers, vendors or suppliers
• Partners and shareholders disputes
• Dissolution of businesses
• Commercial lease disputes
• Business torts
• Business transactions
• Judgments, liens and collections
• Deceptive Trade Practices

Construction Law
I advise and represent general contractors and subcontractors as well as developers, lenders and property owners. Areas of construction litigation typically include:

• Defective construction or building products
• Warranty claims
• Delay damages
• Mechanic’s liens

Real Estate Law

Real estate acquisition or sale is a major investment in time and funds. You want to be sure to protect your investment and make sure the transaction is finalized to your satisfaction. Real estate contracts are often complex having a knowledgeable attorney is the best way to protect your interests.

Real estate litigation includes:

• Commercial and residential transactions and lease disputes
• Construction defect lawsuits
• Title insurance coverage disputes
• Property disputes such as boundary lines, easement, etc.

A will is one of the most important documents a person can sign in their entire life. And contrary to popular belief, probate is not the black hole of time and expense many think it to be. Probate in Texas is actually a relatively speedy and uncomplicated process.

I can assist with:

• Executorships
• Administration
• Will contests
• Claims

A businesses dealing with an unpaid debt can find themselves struggling with where to turn for help. I will discuss your options and candidly tell you the likelihood of successful debt collection and what strategy would be most likely to achieve your desired results.

I can assist with:

• Levy and execution
• Garnishment, attachment and sequestration
• Turnover
• Workouts

I have appealed many cases and can assist from the post-judgment phase in the trial court, through the courts of appeal, to the Texas Supreme Court.