Business Details
33 Years
experience
Experienced Defense Lawyers in South Texas
Gonzalez Castillo has built a distinguished reputation over decades as a premier defense law firm serving South Texas, the Rio Grande Valley, and the Greater Houston area. Our practice is rooted in delivering cost-effective case resolutions, minimizing client risk, and achieving favorable trial outcomes through our deep understanding of local legal landscapes and client needs. With a team of board-certified attorneys and in-house medical experts, we combine specialized legal knowledge with practical insights to handle complex civil litigation, including medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability cases.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our AV Preeminent Martindale-Hubbell rating, extensive trial record, and longstanding relationships with major insurance carriers and corporate clients. We prioritize proactive client education through risk management seminars and tailored training programs, ensuring our clients are equipped to navigate legal challenges effectively. Our firm's legacy of success, built since 1993, is anchored in our local expertise, ethical standards, and dedication to achieving optimal results for every client we represent.
Services
Medical Malpractice Defense
General Liability
Products Liability
Appellate Law
Labor & Employment Law
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- Board-certified attorneys with 35+ years of trial experience
- Proven success in high-stakes medical malpractice litigation
- Local expertise in South Texas legal environments
- In-house medical professionals enhance case strategy
- AV Preeminent rated for legal excellence and ethics
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell
- Texas Board of Legal Specialization
- American Board of Trial Advocates
Services
Medical Malpractice Defense
Our firm provides specialized defense against medical malpractice claims with experience dating to pre-1977 Texas legislation. We represent major insurance carriers and healthcare institutions, offering strategic litigation and risk management solutions. Our team includes attorneys with dual medical degrees who provide unique insights into complex healthcare cases.
General Liability
We defend diverse personal injury and tort claims including auto accidents, premises liability, and intentional torts. Our approach combines aggressive litigation with cost-effective resolution strategies tailored to client needs. With experience in thousands of cases, we deliver consistent results through customized case management protocols.
Products Liability
Our practice handles complex product liability cases involving consumer goods, industrial equipment, and medical devices. We manage multi-district litigation and Texas DTPA claims with expertise in breach of warranty and failure-to-warn defenses. Our team represents national and international manufacturers in state and federal courts.
Appellate Law
We provide comprehensive appellate representation from trial court motions through supreme court appeals. Our experience covers complex legal issues in civil litigation, with a focus on early resolution strategies and precedent-setting cases. We also support other firms with appellate expertise when needed.
Labor & Employment Law
We defend employers against discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination claims in state and federal courts. Our services include EEOC representation, employee policy development, and compliance training. We combine trial experience with proactive risk management to minimize workplace litigation risks.
People
Steven M. Gonzalez
Partner
Board-certified personal injury lawyer with 35+ years of trial experience. First-chair attorney in 100+ jury trials, including complex medical malpractice and catastrophic injury cases. Recognized as a Super Lawyer and Craftiest Defense Lawyer in the Rio Grande Valley.
Edward J. Castillo
Partner
Texas-licensed attorney since 2003 with extensive experience in civil litigation. Specializes in defense strategies for insurance companies and corporate clients. Active member of the Rio Grande Valley legal community with deep local connections.
Linda Cavazos Castillo
Associate Attorney
Defends personal injury and medical malpractice cases with focus on car accidents and healthcare litigation. Texas-licensed attorney since 2004, bringing practical experience from both litigation and insurance defense perspectives.
Laura G. Hinojosa
Associate Attorney
Recent graduate of South Texas College of Law Houston with emerging expertise in personal injury defense. Focuses on developing strategic case approaches while leveraging local knowledge from her McAllen upbringing.
Questions
What areas of law does Gonzalez Castillo specialize in?
We specialize in medical malpractice defense, general liability, products liability, appellate law, and employment law, with particular expertise in Texas-specific litigation.
How long has the firm been in operation?
Gonzalez Castillo has provided legal defense services since 1993, with individual attorneys maintaining practice experience dating back to 1983.
What makes your firm unique in South Texas?
Our combination of local legal expertise, board-certified attorneys, in-house medical professionals, and proven trial success distinguishes us in the region.
Do you handle cases outside Texas?
While based in Texas, we handle multi-district litigation and have experience in federal courts nationwide, particularly involving Texas-based claims.
What client support services do you offer?
We provide risk management seminars, mock trials, policy development, and customized case management protocols to enhance client preparedness and outcomes.
How are legal fees structured?
We offer flexible fee arrangements including contingency, hourly, and fixed-fee models tailored to each client's specific needs and case complexity.
