Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in San Antonio, TX
Langley & Banack is a full-service law firm based in San Antonio, Texas, with additional offices serving South and Central Texas. Since our founding, we have prioritized strategic partnerships with clients through open communication and professional dedication. Our attorneys combine decades of collective experience with top academic credentials to deliver high-quality legal representation across diverse practice areas. We serve national, statewide, and regional clients, including financial institutions, public entities, trusts, and individuals, with a focus on sophisticated legal solutions.Our success stems from a philosophy centered on earning client trust through active participation and innovative problem-solving. Recognized for excellence in appellate law, construction law, banking, and more, we maintain a steadfast commitment to integrity and excellence in all legal matters.
Services
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Appellate Law
Banking and Finance
Bankruptcy and Workouts
Construction Law
Estate Planning
Corporate Law
Litigation
Insurance Law
Governmental Law
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of combined legal experience across 24+ practice areas.
- Our attorneys hold board certifications in specialized legal fields.
- We maintain close client relationships while providing national-scale resources.
- Our team includes former judges and leaders in legal professional organizations.
- We prioritize innovative solutions for complex legal challenges.
Associations and certifications
- American Arbitration Association
Services
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Langley & Banack's ADR group offers mediation and arbitration services across Texas. Our certified neutrals resolve business, real estate, construction, and family law disputes. With board-certified attorneys and former judges, we provide efficient solutions that avoid courtroom delays while maintaining legal rigor.
Appellate Law Practice
Our appellate attorneys handle complex state and federal appeals with expertise in commercial litigation, personal injury, and professional liability cases. We assist trial counsel with error preservation and strategic document drafting to strengthen appellate outcomes through comprehensive legal analysis.
Banking and Finance Law
We represent financial institutions in loan transactions, mortgage lending, and foreclosure proceedings. Our services include loan document preparation, title review, and lender liability defense. We handle both judicial and non-judicial foreclosures while protecting institutional interests throughout the loan lifecycle.
Bankruptcy and Workouts
The firm represents creditors and debtors in Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcies. Our services include restructuring negotiations, creditor committee representation, and bankruptcy litigation. We assist with asset protection, debt discharge, and compliance with evolving bankruptcy regulations.
Construction Law
We provide comprehensive construction law services including contract disputes, defect litigation, and lien claims. Our attorneys represent developers, contractors, and insurers in resolving delays, design issues, and compliance matters while minimizing litigation through proactive risk management strategies.
People
Catherine M. Stone
Shareholder
Former Chief Justice with 30+ years legal experience, board-certified in civil appellate law. Leads ADR group as certified AAA arbitrator, resolving complex multi-party disputes across Texas.
William W. Sommers
Shareholder
Construction law expert with 40+ years experience handling multi-party disputes, design defects, and construction delays. Represents industry professionals in state and federal courts throughout Texas.
Steven R. Brook
Managing Director
Responsible for website compliance and corporate governance. Oversees firm operations with extensive experience in financial institution law and regulatory compliance matters.
Natalie Friend Wilson
Shareholder
Board-certified bankruptcy attorney representing debtors and creditors in complex Chapter 11 restructurings. Recognized speaker on business bankruptcy issues and creditor rights.
Dylan O. Drummond
Shareholder
Appellate specialist with victories in Texas Supreme Court and New Mexico Supreme Court. Handles complex litigation strategy and error preservation for trial attorneys.
Questions
What practice areas does Langley & Banack specialize in?
We specialize in 24+ areas including appellate law, construction law, banking, bankruptcy, estate planning, and corporate litigation.
Do you serve clients outside San Antonio?
Yes, we serve clients throughout South and Central Texas with 8 office locations.
Are your attorneys board-certified?
Many of our attorneys hold board certifications in specialized legal fields like civil appellate law.
How does the firm handle complex litigation?
Our experienced appellate team works with trial attorneys to develop cohesive strategies from litigation through potential appeals.
Can I schedule a consultation with an attorney?
Yes, visit our website to find and contact attorneys in your specific practice area.