- Business Litigation
- Construction Litigation
- Labor & Employment
Overview
Rahul Rao advocates for and advises our clients in the areas of commercial litigation, labor and employment, and construction litigation. He represents general contractors, subcontractors, and small and mid-sized companies in a variety of construction, employment, and business-related disputes. Rahul’s construction litigation practice focuses on advocating for general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and owners on a variety of construction related issues including: contract termination, mechanic’s liens, breach of contract disputes, and collections matters through litigation and alternative dispute resolution.
Prior to joining the firm as a summer law clerk in 2021, Rahul also served as a summer intern for the Honorable Mike Engelhart in the 151st Harris County District Court.
Areas of Practice
Bar & Court Admissions
- Texas
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Representative Experience
- Assist in the representation of owner, general contractor and subcontractor clients on a variety of different matters including breach of contract claims, settlement negotiations, lien removal and debt collections
- Ongoing representation of contractors and suppliers in obtaining collection of past due accounts
Education
- University of Houston Law Center, Houston, Texas
- J.D. – 2021
- Moot Court Team
- Notes and Comments Editor, Houston Journal of Health Law & Policy
- Deans List
- University of Houston, Houston, Texas
- M.B.A. – 2021
- Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- B.A., Political Science – 2018
- B.A., Business Management – 2018
Professional Recognition
- Texas Rising Stars® Super Lawyers® by Thomson Reuters, Construction Litigation, Since 2026
Professional Associations and Memberships
- State Bar of Texas: Construction Law, Labor & Employment, and Litigation Sections
- Houston Bar Association: Construction Law, Labor & Employment, and Litigation Sections
- Houston Young Lawyers Association
- South Asian Bar Association of Houston (SABA)
Speeches and Publications
- "Licensed to Comply: Texas’ New Immigration Verification Rule for Occupational Licenses," AM Monthly Law Alert, May 2026
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We represent a diverse clientele in the Houston area, and Austin greater metropolitan areas, coastal Texas and statewide.
Please note, as a corporate-based law firm, we do not represent individuals seeking to sue their employer for wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, or unpaid overtime. We also do not represent homeowners in contractor disputes.
Contact us using this form or call 713.489.8799 for an appointment.
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