Atty. J. Gordon McHaney

Atty. J. Gordon McHaney

Mr. J.

Austin Austin 40 yrs experience 40 year
Call (737) 615-1656 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About J. Gordon McHaney at a glance

J. Gordon McHaney is a Partner based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Chamberlain • McHaney. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, slip & fall, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Texas (1986) and U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Western Districts of Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth (1997). Educated at St. Mary's University (J.D., 1986) and University of Texas (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Austin Bar Association State Bar of Texas Defense Research Institute Texas Association of Defense Counsel College of the State Bar of Texas National Association of Subrogation Professionals. Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. J. Gordon McHaney is a lawyer practicing civil trial, appellate litigation, insurance defense and 14 other areas of law
  • J. received a B.A. degree from University of Texas in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • J. practices at Chamberlain • McHaney in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

J. Gordon McHaney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Gordon McHaney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

J. Gordon McHaney is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

J. Gordon McHaney is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

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

J. Gordon McHaney is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

J. Gordon McHaney is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 J. Gordon McHaney

Where is J. Gordon McHaney's law office located?
J. Gordon McHaney's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Chamberlain • McHaney. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Gordon McHaney handle?
J. Gordon McHaney focuses on personal injury, business, slip & fall, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has J. Gordon McHaney practiced law?
J. Gordon McHaney has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did J. Gordon McHaney go to law school?
J. Gordon McHaney earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact J. Gordon McHaney for a consultation?
You can contact J. Gordon McHaney 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 J. Gordon McHaney received?
J. Gordon McHaney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
St. Mary's University
- 1986
B.A.
University of Texas
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Western Districts of Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth
Admitted: 1997

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