Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Municipal Law Attorneys in Irving, TX
Boyle & Lowry has been a trusted legal partner for municipalities and local governments since 1975. Our firm specializes exclusively in municipal and local government law, providing tailored legal solutions to cities, counties, and special districts across Texas. With over 125 years of combined experience, our attorneys have developed unparalleled expertise in areas such as economic development, public finance, eminent domain, and government contracts. We pride ourselves on maintaining a client-focused approach, leveraging our deep understanding of municipal law to deliver efficient, cost-effective results. Our team has represented clients in landmark cases before the Texas Supreme Court and U.S.Supreme Court, solidifying our reputation as leaders in this specialized field. From drafting zoning ordinances to handling complex litigation, we work closely with public entities to navigate legal challenges while prioritizing community interests. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through long-standing relationships with clients like the Town of Westlake, where we helped establish Texas' only municipally-owned charter school. By maintaining a focused practice area and smaller firm structure, we ensure personalized attention to every client's unique needs.
Services
Municipal Law
Public Finance
Eminent Domain
Government Contracts
Employment Law
Land Use Zoning
Litigation Services
Special Districts
School Law
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- Specialize exclusively in municipal and local government law since 1975
- Over 125 years of combined legal experience with Texas public entities
- Proven track record in landmark cases before Texas and U.S. Supreme Courts
- Client-focused approach with personalized legal strategies for public entities
- Deep expertise in economic development projects shaping North Texas communities
Services
Municipal Law
Our municipal law practice provides comprehensive legal counsel to cities and local governments. We handle annexation issues, zoning regulations, public finance matters, and legislative processes. With decades of experience, we help municipalities navigate complex legal frameworks while balancing community interests with statutory requirements. Our attorneys regularly advise on open meetings and public records compliance.
Public Finance
We offer specialized public finance services including bond issuance and municipal finance structuring. Our attorneys serve as bond counsel and underwriters for infrastructure projects across Texas. We help local governments secure funding through tax increment finance districts and special improvement districts while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
Eminent Domain
Our eminent domain practice represents municipalities in property acquisition for public projects. We handle inverse condemnation cases and regulatory takings litigation. The firm has secured favorable rulings in landmark Texas Supreme Court cases, providing strategic guidance on fair compensation and legal procedures for land acquisition.
Government Contracts
We provide expert counsel on government contracts and procurement processes. Our services include drafting complex agreements, advising on competitive bidding requirements, and resolving contract disputes. We ensure compliance with public procurement laws while protecting municipal interests in construction and service contracts.
Employment Law
Our employment law practice focuses on municipal labor issues including Fair Labor Standards Act compliance, discrimination claims, and workplace policy development. We provide training on ADA accommodations, FMLA requirements, and civil rights obligations to help local governments maintain compliant workforce practices.
People
John F. Boyle Jr.
Founding Partner
Recognized municipal law expert with decades of experience in Texas public entity representation. Specialized in economic development projects and landmark eminent domain cases before the Texas Supreme Court.
L. Stanton Lowry
Partner
Seasoned attorney with extensive experience in municipal litigation and public finance. Provides strategic counsel on government contracts and special district formations across North Texas communities.
Matthew C.G. Boyle
Partner
Focuses on land use regulations and zoning ordinances. Assists municipalities with development agreements and environmental compliance issues affecting urban planning initiatives in growing Texas markets.
Lisa H. Tomaselli
Attorney
Specializes in school law and municipal employment matters. Provides training on discrimination prevention and compliance with federal labor regulations for public sector employers.
Grant L. Lowry
Attorney
Handles complex litigation involving water rights, boundary disputes, and constitutional claims. Represents clients before state and federal courts with a focus on appellate advocacy.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We focus exclusively on municipal and local government law, including public finance, eminent domain, government contracts, employment law, and land use regulations.
How long have you served Texas municipalities?
Our firm has specialized in municipal law since 1975, with attorneys possessing over 125 years of combined experience representing Texas public entities.
What makes your firm different?
We maintain a narrow focus on municipal law, allowing deep expertise in this specialized field while providing personalized service through our smaller firm structure.
Do you handle complex litigation cases?
Yes, our attorneys have successfully represented clients in landmark cases before the Texas Supreme Court and U.S. Supreme Court involving eminent domain and constitutional issues.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve North Texas municipalities but provide legal counsel to cities, counties, and special districts throughout the entire state of Texas.
