Atty. Brian K. Pounds

Atty. Brian K. Pounds

Brian K. Pounds is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Alternative Dispute Resolution, Commercial Litigation and Construction Law.

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Profile Summary

About Brian K. Pounds at a glance

Brian K. Pounds is a business, construction, litigation, and adr attorney based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Ellwanger Henderson LLP. Educated at University of Houston Law Center (—, 2021). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026). Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Brian K. Pounds is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Alternative Dispute Resolution, Commercial Litigation and Construction Law
  • Brian K., who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2024
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Brian K. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Brian K. Pounds's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian K. Pounds 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.

Brian K. Pounds is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

Construction Law

Brian K. Pounds is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Brian K. Pounds is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Brian K. Pounds is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Texas →

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 Austin 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 Brian K. Pounds

Where is Brian K. Pounds's law office located?
Brian K. Pounds's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Ellwanger Henderson LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian K. Pounds handle?
Brian K. Pounds focuses on business, construction, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did Brian K. Pounds go to law school?
Brian K. Pounds earned their education at (—, 2021).
How can I contact Brian K. Pounds for a consultation?
You can contact Brian K. Pounds directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Brian K. Pounds received?
Brian K. Pounds's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice.

Education

University of Houston Law Center
- 2021

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Employee
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026

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