Building a solid reputation in legal counsel for 50 years.

Oil and Gas / Energy Law

Our attorneys have kept pace with the oil and gas industry’s rapid growth in South Texas, handling numerous complex legal aspects of energy development.
Commercial Real Estate
We have the expertise to help you with your real estate transactions, whether you are leasing, selling, buying, lending, borrowing, developing or building.
Business Law & Commercial Transactions

With over 50 years of experience in San Antonio business law, we focus on achieving the most advantageous outcome for your case.

All Practice Areas

Gerald T. Drought

President and Chairman

Mr. Drought has defended multimillion-dollar cases for a variety of business clients and enjoys the distinction of never having lost a defense verdict.
M. C. Cottingham “Cottie” Miles

Managing Partner

Mr. Miles has almost 20 years of experience in the legal aspects of commercial and residential real estate, oil & gas law, land use planning and corporate law.