Business Details
Trusted Legal Representation in Texas
At Underwood Jones Scherrer & Malouf, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality legal representation to every client we serve. Our firm combines over 80 years of collective trial experience with a commitment to achieving exceptional results efficiently. We specialize in civil litigation, personal injury claims, and probate matters, representing both plaintiffs and defendants with equal proficiency. Our attorneys have successfully handled complex medical malpractice cases, catastrophic injury claims, and multi-party litigation, leveraging deep industry knowledge and strategic insight. We maintain strong relationships with legal and medical professionals, enabling us to build robust cases for our clients.Our team includes board-certified specialists recognized by national legal organizations, ensuring clients receive expert counsel. We prioritize direct client communication and transparent case progression, understanding the critical nature of legal matters. Our track record includes numerous jury trials and favorable settlements that reflect our dedication to client advocacy. We serve clients across Texas, offering free initial consultations to assess case viability. Our practice extends beyond litigation to include business transactions, insurance matters, and estate planning, providing comprehensive legal solutions.
Services
Probate Litigation
Medical Malpractice
Personal Injury Claims
Product Liability
Business Litigation
Trucking Accidents
Premises Liability
Hurricane Claims
Highlights and features
- We have over 80 years of combined trial experience in civil and personal injury law.
- Our attorneys are board-certified specialists in personal injury trial law.
- We handle both plaintiff and defense cases with equal expertise and success.
- Our team includes recognized legal professionals with Martindale Hubbell AV ratings.
- We provide free initial consultations to evaluate case viability confidentially.
Associations and certifications
- Texas Board of Legal Specialization
- National Board of Trial Advocacy
- Martindale Hubbell AV Rating
Services
Probate Litigation
Our Texas probate lawyers handle will contests, estate administration, and trust disputes. We challenge invalid wills due to forgery, mental incapacity, or undue influence while ensuring proper asset distribution. Clients receive strategic representation in complex multi-party litigation involving contested estates.
Medical Malpractice
We litigate complex medical malpractice cases involving surgical errors, birth injuries, anesthesia mishaps, and misdiagnoses. Our team combines legal expertise with medical knowledge to prove negligence in cases ranging from medication errors to nursing home abuse across Texas healthcare facilities.
Personal Injury Claims
We represent clients in catastrophic injury cases from vehicle collisions, trucking accidents, and industrial incidents. Our practice covers premises liability, product defects, and hurricane damage claims, securing compensation for injuries like paralysis, blindness, and traumatic brain injuries.
Business Litigation
Our firm handles business conflicts including contract disputes, employment discrimination, and product liability claims. We represent companies in multi-party litigation, insurance coverage disputes, and complex commercial matters requiring specialized legal expertise and trial preparation.
Product Liability
We pursue compensation for injuries caused by defective consumer products, industrial equipment, and pharmaceuticals. Our cases involve proving manufacturer negligence in product design, production, or marketing while demonstrating direct causation of client injuries.
People
William B. Underwood III
Attorney
Board-certified personal injury lawyer with 30+ years' experience handling complex litigation. Holds MBA and law degrees from University of Houston. Recognized in multiple legal directories and maintains AV rating from Martindale Hubbell.
W. Russ Jones
Attorney
Specializes in medical malpractice litigation with 25+ years' experience. Adjunct professor at University of Houston-Clear Lake. Co-authored medical malpractice textbooks and lectures to physician groups on legal topics.
Robert Scherrer
Attorney
Licensed Texas attorney since 1988 with expertise in medical malpractice and business litigation. Handles wills, trusts, and healthcare licensing matters. Board-certified in personal injury law since 1994.
Questions
What areas of law does Underwood, Jones, & Scherrer specialize in?
We specialize in civil litigation, personal injury claims, medical malpractice, probate disputes, product liability, and business litigation across Texas.
How experienced are your attorneys in trial cases?
Our attorneys have over 80 years of combined trial experience, including more than 100 jury trials each.
Do you handle both plaintiff and defense cases?
Yes, we represent both plaintiffs and defendants in civil litigation, personal injury, and medical malpractice matters.
Are your lawyers board-certified specialists?
Yes, our attorneys hold certifications from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and National Board of Trial Advocacy.
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We handle catastrophic injuries including brain trauma, spinal cord damage, burns, amputations, and wrongful death claims.
