Business Details
33 Years
experience
Trusted Defense Legal Services in South Texas
Gonzalez Castillo, LLP has established itself as a premier defense law firm serving South Texas, the Rio Grande Valley, and the Greater Houston area. With decades of collective experience, our attorneys specialize in handling complex civil litigation cases, including medical malpractice, personal injury, products liability, and appellate law. Our founding partner, Steven M. Gonzalez, has been Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law since 1988 and has personally tried over 100 cases to jury verdict. The firm maintains a strong local presence with deep community ties, ensuring clients receive culturally informed representation in a region known for high-stakes litigation.Our 14,000-square-foot facility is equipped to handle cases of any size, supported by in-house medical professionals and dual-degree attorneys who provide specialized expertise across all practice areas. Recognized with Martindale-Hubbell's AV Preeminent rating, we combine aggressive trial preparation with cost-effective solutions to deliver optimal outcomes for insurance carriers, corporations, and individual clients.
Services
Medical Malpractice Defense
General Liability
Products Liability
Appellate Law
Labor & Employment Law
Personal Injury Defense
Construction Accidents
Oilfield Accidents
Wrongful Death Claims
Insurance Defense
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in defense litigation
- Our team includes Board Certified attorneys in Personal Injury Trial Law
- We maintain an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell
- Local presence ensures culturally informed Valley representation
- Handle complex cases including medical malpractice and products liability
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
Services
Medical Malpractice Defense
Our firm provides comprehensive defense against medical malpractice claims with experience dating to 1977. We represent major insurance carriers and healthcare institutions in state and federal courts. Our attorneys combine legal expertise with medical knowledge to effectively challenge complex healthcare litigation cases.
Products Liability
We defend manufacturers and distributors against product liability claims under Texas and federal statutes. Our experience includes DTPA claims, multi-district litigation, and cases involving medical devices and industrial equipment. We handle all stages from pre-trial to appellate proceedings.
Appellate Law
Our appellate practice handles complex legal issues in both state and federal courts. We provide strategic guidance during trial preparation and manage post-verdict appeals. Our attorneys have extensive experience with multi-level litigation and legal issue resolution.
Labor & Employment Law
We represent employers in discrimination claims, wrongful discharge cases, and regulatory compliance matters. Our services include courtroom representation, mediation, and policy development to minimize employment-related legal risks for Texas businesses.
General Liability
Our general liability practice covers automobile accidents, premises liability, and intentional torts. We provide cost-effective defense strategies for insurance carriers and corporations through negotiated settlements or jury trials when necessary.
People
Steven M. Gonzalez
Partner
Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law since 1988 with over 100 jury trial experiences. Specializes in complex civil litigation and maintains AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
Edward J. Castillo
Partner
Rio Grande Valley native with extensive trial experience in Texas courts. Focuses on defense litigation with particular expertise in local judicial environments and procedural nuances.
Linda Cavazos Castillo
Associate Attorney
Specializes in personal injury and medical malpractice defense. Brings litigation experience and local knowledge to complex case management in South Texas jurisdictions.
Laura G. Hinojosa
Associate Attorney
Recent addition to the team with fresh perspective on defense litigation. Focuses on case preparation and legal research to support the firm's trial advocacy efforts.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in medical malpractice defense, products liability, general liability, appellate law, and labor & employment law.
Do you handle cases outside Texas?
While based in Texas, we handle multi-district litigation and cases in federal courts nationwide.
What makes your firm unique?
Our combination of local expertise, Board Certified attorneys, and in-house medical professionals sets us apart.
Can you handle complex litigation cases?
Yes, we routinely handle complex cases including wrongful death, catastrophic injury, and multi-jurisdictional disputes.
What experience do your attorneys have?
Our attorneys have over 100 collective jury trial experiences and decades of specialization in defense litigation.
