Atty. Adrian P. Patterson

Atty. Adrian P. Patterson

Adrian's practice focuses on public finance and public law matters. In public finance matters, he serves as bond counsel, underwriters counsel and disclosure counsel for bonds for cities, counties, school districts, state agencies, university systems, transit authorities and special districts.

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Profile Summary

About Adrian P. Patterson at a glance

Adrian P. Patterson is a business attorney based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Greenberg Traurig. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar of Texas. Educated at Tulane University (J.D., 2004) and University of Houston Law Center (BA, 2000). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Legal Council on Legal Diversity, Fellow (2011-2012) (2026). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Adrian's practice focuses on public finance and public law matters
  • In public finance matters, he serves as bond counsel, underwriters counsel and disclosure counsel for bonds for cities, counties, school districts, state agencies, university systems, transit authorities and special districts
  • He also has experience acting as counsel to banks providing credit and liquidity support for tax-exempt financing for municipal, healthcare and school district borrowers
  • In public law matters, Adrian represents political subdivisions as general counsel, advising with respect to numerous issues, including development, procurement, elections, compliance, the Open Meetings Act and the Public Information Act

Practice Areas Explained

Adrian P. Patterson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Adrian P. Patterson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Adrian P. Patterson

Where is Adrian P. Patterson's law office located?
Adrian P. Patterson's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Greenberg Traurig. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Adrian P. Patterson handle?
Adrian P. Patterson focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did Adrian P. Patterson go to law school?
Adrian P. Patterson earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (BA, 2000).
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What awards or recognition has Adrian P. Patterson received?
Adrian P. Patterson's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Legal Council on Legal Diversity, Fellow (2011-2012); Best Lawyers in America — Texas Rising Star, Texas Monthly (2012-2016).

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Tulane University
- 2004
BA
University of Houston Law Center
- 2000

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Legal Council on Legal Diversity, Fellow (2011-2012)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Rising Star, Texas Monthly (2012-2016)
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Texas, State Bar of Texas

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