Atty. Jerri Lynn Ward

Atty. Jerri Lynn Ward

Co-founder of Garlo Ward, P.C., Jerri Lynn Ward provides legal representation in the areas of business and commercial litigation, including complex healthcare and regulatory litigation, and health facility operational matters. Her background and prior experience also includes litigation work in the areas of insurance defense, employment, toxic tort, products liability, medical malpractice, business and commercial, as well as criminal matters.

College Station College Station 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Jerri Lynn Ward at a glance

Jerri Lynn Ward is a President based in College Station, Texas, practicing at Garlo Ward, P.C.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, government, and health care. Admitted to practice in Texas (1980) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas (1982). Educated at Texas Tech School of Law (J.D., 1980) and Texas A. & M. University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Texas American Health Lawyers Association Texas Association of Homes and Services for the Aging Texas Health Care Association. Serands clients in College Station, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Co-founder of Garlo Ward, P.C., Jerri Lynn Ward provides legal representation in the areas of business and commercial litigation, including complex healthcare and regulatory litigation, and health facility operational matters
  • Her background and prior experience also includes litigation work in the areas of insurance defense, employment, toxic tort, products liability, medical malpractice, business and commercial, as well as criminal matters
  • Jerri's current practice also includes legal representation and counseling in health care and general civil and administrative law, including fraud and abuse, working with health care facility and individual providers in federal and state court matters and before government regulatory agencies and boards
  • In addition to her other health care provider representation, Ms. Ward also focuses on legal work with group homes, ICFs/MR and providers of mental health/mental retardation services in the areas of operations and management
  • government reimbursement, contracting and liability defense
  • abuse and neglect
  • employment issues
  • and risk avoidance/management
  • Ms. Ward maintained board certification in Personal Injury Trial law for the period of 1990-99

Practice Areas Explained

Jerri Lynn Ward's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jerri Lynn Ward handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Health Care Law

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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 College Station 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 Jerri Lynn Ward

Where is Jerri Lynn Ward's law office located?
Jerri Lynn Ward's law practice is located in College Station, Texas. The firm is Garlo Ward, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jerri Lynn Ward handle?
Jerri Lynn Ward focuses on employment, business, litigation, government, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Jerri Lynn Ward practiced law?
Jerri Lynn Ward has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Jerri Lynn Ward go to law school?
Jerri Lynn Ward earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Jerri Lynn Ward for a consultation?
You can contact Jerri Lynn Ward 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 Jerri Lynn Ward received?
Jerri Lynn Ward's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Texas Tech School of Law
- 1980
B.A.
Texas A. & M. University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
Admitted: 1982

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