Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Lubbock, TX
McCleskey Law Firm has provided personalized, knowledgeable legal services to businesses and individuals across Texas and New Mexico for over 95 years. Founded in 1928, our firm combines a rich history of excellence with a commitment to evolving legal practices that meet modern challenges. Our attorneys are dedicated to serving clients while actively contributing to the community and legal profession through volunteer service. We maintain a full-service legal practice focused on Lubbock, the South Plains, and beyond. Our team of experienced advocates handles cases on both sides of the docket, ensuring comprehensive representation.We prioritize personal relationships, clear communication, and meticulous preparation in every client interaction. Our attorneys hold leadership roles in professional organizations and have earned recognition for expertise and service. We offer specialized legal knowledge in areas including family law, business litigation, estate planning, and commercial transactions. Our Lubbock-based practice extends to San Angelo and serves clients throughout Texas and New Mexico. With decades of collective experience, we remain committed to the values that have defined our firm since its inception.
Services
Family Law
Business and Commercial Law
Personal Injury Litigation
Estate Planning
Bankruptcy
Details
- Year established: 1928
Highlights and features
- We offer over 95 years of legal experience serving Texas and New Mexico
- Our attorneys hold leadership roles in professional legal organizations
- We provide personalized service with a focus on community involvement
- Our team includes board-certified specialists in multiple practice areas
- We maintain a legacy of excellence in both litigation and transactional law
What people say
Experienced attorneys
Personalized service
Successful outcomes
Community commitment
Legal expertise
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice handles divorce, child custody, and domestic relations matters with sensitivity and expertise. We guide clients through emotionally challenging legal processes while protecting their rights and interests. Our attorneys have decades of experience resolving family law disputes through negotiation or litigation when necessary.
Business and Commercial Law
We provide comprehensive business law services including contract disputes, commercial transactions, and corporate governance. Our attorneys represent businesses of all sizes in litigation and transactional matters. We offer strategic legal counsel to help businesses navigate complex commercial challenges and regulatory requirements.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services include wills, trusts, and probate administration. We help clients protect their assets and plan for the future through customized estate plans. Our attorneys also handle probate matters and trust administration for individuals and families across Texas.
Personal Injury Litigation
We represent clients in personal injury cases involving medical malpractice, wrongful death, and other injury claims. Our board-certified trial attorneys have extensive courtroom experience securing compensation for injured clients. We handle complex litigation cases through all stages of the legal process.
Bankruptcy
Our bankruptcy practice assists businesses and individuals with debt restructuring and financial reorganization. We represent creditors and debtors in Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy proceedings. Our attorneys provide strategic counsel for agricultural, commercial, and consumer bankruptcy matters.
People
Jerry M. Kolander, Jr.
Managing Partner
Managing partner with McCleskey since 1971, specializing in estate planning, commercial transactions, and banking law. Active in community organizations and legal education initiatives.
Benjamin H. Davidson II
Attorney
Board-certified personal injury trial lawyer with experience in commercial litigation and medical malpractice. Member of the American Board of Trial Advocates since 1998.
William P. Lane
Attorney
Labor and employment law specialist with experience in agricultural law and oil & gas development. Active in legal education and community service organizations.
John W. Shanklin, II
Partner
Partner specializing in banking, business transactions, and oil & gas law. Former energy industry professional with extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions.
Leena Al-Souki
Attorney
Business and real estate attorney with experience in estate planning and probate matters. Recent Texas Tech law graduate with prior real estate and accounting experience.
Questions
What areas of law does McCleskey Harriger Brazill & Graf handle?
We practice in family law, business and commercial law, estate planning, personal injury litigation, bankruptcy, and multiple other legal areas across Texas and New Mexico.
How long has the firm been in operation?
McCleskey Harriger Brazill & Graf has provided legal services since 1928, with our current name adopted in 1972.
Do you offer legal services outside Lubbock?
Yes, we serve clients throughout Texas and New Mexico from our Lubbock and San Angelo offices.
Are your attorneys board-certified?
Yes, several of our attorneys hold board certifications in specialized legal areas from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Can I schedule a consultation with an attorney?
Yes, we offer consultations by appointment at both our Lubbock and San Angelo offices during regular business hours.
What is your Summer Clerkship Program?
Our Summer Clerkship Program provides law students with practical experience through mentorship, court observations, and legal research opportunities in civil practice areas.
