OverviewGarrett practices civil trial law with an emphasis on commercial and construction disputes. He represents commercial businesses, owners, contractors, individuals, churches, non-profit organizations and professionals in state and federal courts. Prior to joining Munsch Hardt, Garrett served as an associate at Texas-based law firm where he obtained numerous dismissals and summary judgments for his clients. Outside of the office, Garrett enjoys fly-fishing, Texas Longhorns Football and sharing his interests with his two children. Memberships
- Austin Bar Association
- Austin Young Lawyers Association
Clerkships
- The Honorable Magistrate Judge, Jeffrey C. Manske, United States District Court for the Western District of Texas (Judicial Intern)
OverviewGarrett practices civil trial law with an emphasis on commercial and construction disputes. He represents commercial businesses, owners, contractors, individuals, churches, non-profit organizations and professionals in state and federal courts. Prior to joining Munsch Hardt, Garrett served as an associate at Texas-based law firm where he obtained numerous dismissals and summary judgments for his clients. Outside of the office, Garrett enjoys fly-fishing, Texas Longhorns Football and sharing his interests with his two children. ExperienceConstruction LitigationSuccessfully negotiated a dispute on behalf of a high-end residential builder against the subcontractor. Construction + Design DefectDefends general contractors, subcontractors, architects and engineers in construction and design defect suits. Construction + Design DefectDefended a target subcontractor in a construction/design defect suit filed by a school district involving a $11 MM property with allegations of water penetration and [more]Defended a target subcontractor in a construction/design defect suit filed by a school district involving a $11 MM property with allegations of water penetration and structural deficiencies. [less]Construction LitigationDrafted a successful summary judgment motion in a case where a property owner alleged that the defendant diverted the natural flow of diffuse surface water resulting [more]Drafted a successful summary judgment motion in a case where a property owner alleged that the defendant diverted the natural flow of diffuse surface water resulting in more than $1 MM in property damage. [less]Construction LitigationSuccessfully defended a prime contractor against construction defect claims involving amenity centers and pools in a major north Austin development. Construction LitigationDefended an architect of record for public hospital against design and wrongful-death claims. Construction LitigationProsecuted construction defect claims involving $1+ million in damages related to water intrusion on behalf of a high-end condominium. Construction LitigationObtained a dismissal for a professional design and engineering firm in a lawsuit involving the allegation that a rollercoaster was defectively designed. Construction LitigationObtained a dismissal for a structural engineering firm against negligence claims involving a plaintiff who fell from cliff abutting green on ”the Most Beautiful Par 3 in Texas.” National Trial CounselDrafted multiple, successful dismissal motions on behalf of national non-profit organizations, housing corporations, executive directors, unincorporated chapters, [more]Drafted multiple, successful dismissal motions on behalf of national non-profit organizations, housing corporations, executive directors, unincorporated chapters, volunteers and members. [less]Fraud + Securities Litigation Represented the former directors of an electric motors manufacturing company against claims of fraud and securities violations in three separate, multi-million [more]Represented the former directors of an electric motors manufacturing company against claims of fraud and securities violations in three separate, multi-million dollar suits. [less]FCRAObtained both dismissal and sanctions against the Plaintiff in two federal suits involving Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) claims. Products LiabilityObtained a dismissal for an umbrella manufacturer in a federal products liability suit. Sexual Abuse ClaimsObtained a dismissal for a major church convention in a multi-million dollar suit involving claims of sexual abuse. Breach of Fiduciary DutyNegotiated a dismissal where the Plaintiff alleged breach of fiduciary duty, violations of HOA statutes and violation of Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions. Fraud LitigationObtained a summary judgment for an HOA on claims of fraudulent lien, common law negligence, common law fraud, civil conspiracy, breach of fiduciary duty, breach [more]Obtained a summary judgment for an HOA on claims of fraudulent lien, common law negligence, common law fraud, civil conspiracy, breach of fiduciary duty, breach of good faith and fair dealing and constructive fraud. [less]
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