Constitutional Law

The broad topic of constitutional law deals with the interpretation and implementation of the United States Constitution. As the Constitution is the foundation of the United States, constitutional law deals with some of the fundamental relationships within our society. This includes relationships between the states, the states and the federal government, the three branches of the federal government, and the rights of the individual in relation to both federal and state government. The Supreme Court has played a crucial role in interpreting the Constitution. Consequently, study of Constitutional Law focuses heavily on Supreme Court rulings. An experienced appellate attorney certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Civil Appellate Law, like the attorneys at O’Hanlon, McCollom & Demerath, can be crucial when navigating the complex statutory remedies created to protect constitutional rights.

An attorney who is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Civil Appellate Law must be experienced in handling appeals in appellate courts. The attorney must have prepared briefs and performed oral arguments in a number of civil appeals. The appeals must have been handled by the attorney as lead counsel and must have involved appeals from final judgments to the highest court of jurisdiction. Extensive knowledge of both appellate advocacy and trial procedure is also required.
 

Other Practice Areas

Economic Development Incentives / Employment law / Employment Discrimination
Personal Injury / Constitutional Law / Public Policy Litigation.
School Law and General Public Finance
General Counsel Advice to Governmental Agencies and Subdivisions
Open Government / First Amendment Issues / School Personnel / Construction Litigation