Atty. Stewart Hoffer

Atty. Stewart Hoffer

It has been said that helping others is its own reward, and Stewart Hoffer would definitely agree. Over the years, Stewart has found that one of the most rewarding aspects of being an attorney is seeing the positive impact his work has had on the people and companies he represents.

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Profile Summary

About Stewart Hoffer at a glance

Stewart Hoffer is a employment, business, and litigation attorney based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Hicks Thomas LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in Texas (1994). Educated at The University of Texas (J.D., 1994) and The University of Texas (B.B.A., 1991). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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It has been said that helping others is its own reward, and Stewart Hoffer would definitely agree. Over the years, Stewart has found that one of the most rewarding aspects of being an attorney is seeing the positive impact his work has had on the people and companies he represents. Stewart knows that the outcome of a case affects real people. Sure, winning a case feels good, but for Stewart, the greatest satisfaction comes from knowing that his assistance can help his clients to focus on what is most important to them – growing their business or their career.

Stewart’s dedication to helping others is not limited to clients; it has literally saved his neighbors’ lives in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. Just after the hurricane passed through Bellaire (a Houston suburb), Stewart saw the floodwaters pouring into the homes of his neighbors. An avid kayak fisherman, Stewart, and a neighbor jumped into their kayaks and took to the water to provide aid, saving 12 people and several pets. Stewart’s experience was recently chronicled in Vogue Magazine.

Mr. Hoffer has appeared as lead counsel for numerous publicly traded and privately held companies in courts all over the country including:

  • Texas
  • Florida
  • New Mexico
  • Nevada
  • Maine
  • Michigan
  • Nebraska
  • New York
  • California
  • Maryland
  • Georgia

Before joining Hicks Thomas LLP, Stewart served a two-year federal judicial clerkship for Hon. Hayden W. Head, Jr., the former Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas. Stewart is also Board Certified in Civil Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell peer rating organization, an Associate Member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, and a Texas Super Lawyer, having been included on the peer-reviewed list of top lawyers in a state in every year since the list has been published-- a total of seventeen consecutive years.

Stewart’s clients report that he is a formidable, tenacious opponent, either in the courtroom or the negotiating table. It is just one of the many reasons Stewart has been, for many of his clients, their "go-to" resource for more than a decade. They know Stewart will give them timely and wise counsel, in a cost-effective and trustworthy manner, so that they can make important decisions about their business or career. And if the dispute cannot be resolved before trial, and a trial is the only way to resolve a dispute, clients know that Stewart will work tirelessly to protect their best interests.

Practice Areas Explained

Stewart Hoffer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stewart Hoffer 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.

Stewart Hoffer is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Texas →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Stewart Hoffer is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

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

Stewart Hoffer is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 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 Stewart Hoffer

Where is Stewart Hoffer's law office located?
Stewart Hoffer's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Hicks Thomas LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stewart Hoffer handle?
Stewart Hoffer focuses on employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Stewart Hoffer practiced law?
Stewart Hoffer has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Stewart Hoffer go to law school?
Stewart Hoffer earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Stewart Hoffer for a consultation?
You can contact Stewart Hoffer 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 Stewart Hoffer received?
Stewart Hoffer's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Education

J.D.
The University of Texas
- 1994
B.B.A.
The University of Texas
- 1991

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — 500 Leading Litigators in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , 2023-2026
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 500 Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers (2024-2026)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Benchmark Litigation Star (2024-2025)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers (2003-2025)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Lawyer for the People, Houston Texas Magazine, 2004
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Lawyer in Houston, Houston Texas Magazine, 2003, 2004, 2009
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1994

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