Atty. Sam E. Taylor II
Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and Board Certified in Civil Trial Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, Sam E. Taylor, II is the Managing Attorney of the asbestos litigation section in the Lanier Law Firm’s Houston office.
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX
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About Sam E. Taylor II at a Glance
Sam E. Taylor II is a personal injury, class action, and product liability attorney based in Houston, Texas, practicing at The Lanier Law Firm. Admitted to practice in New Mexico, State Bar of New Mexico and Texas, State Bar of Texas. Educated at The University of Texas (J.D., 1988) and Tarleton State University (B.B.A., 1985). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Sam E. Taylor II
- Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and Board Certified in Civil Trial Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, Sam E. Taylor, II is the Managing Attorney of the asbestos litigation section in the Lanier Law Firm’s Houston office
- Mr. Taylor has over 30 years of experience representing clients in state and federal courts
- He has successfully tried to verdict over 50 civil jury trials in state district courts and federal district courts
- As lead counsel, he has tried over 40 personal injury jury trials, including cases involving mesothelioma caused by asbestos exposure, wrongful death, quadriplegia, serious burns, brain injuries, and other serious personal injuries
- As lead counsel, he has handled serious personal injury cases involving truck wrecks, automobile and motorcycle accidents, train crossings, medical and dental malpractice, and construction site injuries
- He served as lead counsel in a successful class action certification hearing against IBM
- Mr. Taylor has also tried as lead counsel multiple child custody jury trials and also served as co-lead attorney in a fourteen-day capital murder jury trial
- A strong believer in public service, Mr. Taylor has donated much of his time to serving on various boards and committees
- He has served as a commissioner on his local planning and zoning commission, the high school athletic booster club board of directors, the livestock association board of directors, the CASA board of directors, and as a coach and mentor for numerous parks and recreation programs for youth
- Mr. Taylor also successfully ran for public office twice when he was elected to the city council
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Sam E. Taylor II's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sam E. Taylor II handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Personal Injury in Houston
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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Class Action in Houston
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Product Liability in Houston
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
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 venue, 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.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Houston Choose Sam E. Taylor II
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Sam E. Taylor II's practice in the field of personal injury, class action, and product liability.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Mexico, State Bar of New Mexico and Texas, State Bar of Texas, Sam E. Taylor II can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, class action, and product liability, Sam E. Taylor II can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means Sam E. Taylor II attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Sam E. Taylor II Handles in Houston
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