Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Personal Injury Lawyers in Lufkin & Houston
Since 1971, Chandler, Mathis & Zivley, PC have dedicated our practice to helping individuals rebuild their lives after tragedies caused by others' negligence. Our board-certified attorneys bring decades of combined experience, a relentless commitment to justice, and a personalized approach to every case. We measure success not by financial awards alone but by the tangible, life-changing results we achieve for our clients. With offices in Lufkin and Houston, we serve clients across Texas and beyond, handling complex cases ranging from oil field explosions to medical malpractice. Our reputation as trial attorneys is built on over $1 billion recovered for clients through both courtroom victories and strategic settlements.We treat every client like family, prioritizing their unique needs while maintaining the highest standards of legal ethics and expertise. Our team's empathy, combined with our proven track record in high-stakes litigation, distinguishes us in the field of personal injury law. We offer free consultations to help clients understand their rights and options immediately following an incident. Our focus remains steadfast: delivering justice with the care and dedication each client deserves.
Services
Personal Injury
Oil Field Explosions
Offshore Injury
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Catastrophic Injury
Product Liability
Truck Accidents
Medical Malpractice
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of combined experience in personal injury litigation
- Board-certified attorneys with highest recognition for legal ability
- Over $1 billion recovered for clients through verdicts and settlements
- Personalized approach treating every client like family
- Proven success in complex cases others avoid
Associations and certifications
- Texas Board of Legal Specialization - Personal Injury
What people say
Dedication and passion
Compassion and relentless pursuit
Knowledgeable and genuinely cares
Fought tirelessly for my rights
Ethical approach delivered results
Services
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice helps clients recover compensation for accidents caused by negligence. We handle cases involving car crashes, workplace incidents, and medical malpractice. With board-certified attorneys and a track record exceeding $1 billion in recoveries, we combine legal expertise with personalized attention to achieve optimal outcomes for our clients.
Oil Field Explosions
We represent victims of oil field explosions and related industrial accidents. Our team understands the complex regulations governing energy operations and pursues maximum compensation for injuries and property damage. Through expert analysis and aggressive litigation, we hold companies accountable for safety violations and negligence in high-risk environments.
Medical Malpractice
Our medical malpractice attorneys investigate cases of surgical errors, misdiagnosis, and substandard care. We work with medical experts to prove negligence and secure compensation for additional treatment costs. With decades of experience in healthcare litigation, we advocate for patients harmed by preventable medical errors.
Truck Accidents
We handle truck accident cases involving 18-wheelers and commercial vehicles. Our firm examines logbooks, maintenance records, and federal regulations to establish liability. We pursue claims against drivers, trucking companies, and insurers to recover damages for catastrophic injuries caused by large vehicle collisions.
Catastrophic Injury
Our catastrophic injury practice addresses life-altering injuries like spinal trauma and brain damage. We calculate long-term care costs and lost earning potential to demand appropriate compensation. Through meticulous case preparation, we ensure clients receive resources needed for lifelong recovery and support.
People
Kirk Mathis
Partner
Kirk Mathis is a board-certified personal injury attorney with decades of experience handling complex litigation. He specializes in high-stakes cases involving industrial accidents and medical malpractice, combining legal expertise with compassionate client representation to achieve significant verdicts.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We represent clients throughout East Texas, Houston, and surrounding regions, with additional capability to handle cases in New Mexico and other jurisdictions through partnerships.
How long have you specialized in personal injury law?
Our attorneys have practiced personal injury law for over 50 combined years, with individual certifications dating back to the firm's founding in 1971.
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We handle all major personal injury categories including motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, oil field explosions, and catastrophic injuries from industrial incidents.
How does your firm differ from other personal injury practices?
We combine board-certified legal expertise with a family-oriented approach, treating clients personally while maintaining a proven track record in complex litigation others avoid.
What is your success rate in trial verdicts?
With over $1 billion recovered for clients through both settlements and jury awards, we maintain one of the highest success rates in Texas personal injury litigation history.
Videos
