Life at ABHR
Shaping Communities, and Careers, With Purpose
Life at ABHR reflects the values that have guided our firm for more than two decades: respect, collaboration, excellence, and a commitment to meaningful work. Our attorneys and staff deliver the legal frameworks that support growth for generations, and they do it alongside colleagues who genuinely care about the work and each other.
Built to Last
Our work is defined by depth of experience and long-term perspective
Many of the districts and communities we help create remain part of our practice for decades, allowing our teams to guide projects from formation through buildout and beyond. That continuity benefits clients and creates a stable, collaborative environment inside the firm.
Future Bench Strength
The firm continues to grow with intention
The principles of our founders continue to guide the practice, while the next generation of attorneys and staff are expanding our capacity across Texas. With a team of more than 50 professionals, we are building a firm designed for stability, continuity and impact.
Meaningful Work
Public-finance law touches every part of a community from water and drainage systems to roads, parks, and regional infrastructure
The work is technical and complex, but also deeply rewarding. Our teams see the results of their efforts take shape in neighborhoods, commercial districts, and long-term development across the state. We are able to see full scope development from dirt to thriving communities people call home.
“For me, it’s deeply personal. Being able to help others achieve what we call the ‘Texas miracle’ is what motivates me every day.”
— Dr. Mustafa Abdul-Jabbar, Attorney
A Team of Experienced Professionals
13
Partners
32+
Non-Partner
Attorneys
50+
College-Educated
Legal Assistants
170+
Total Team
Members
Our attorneys join us from top law schools including:
Baylor University School of Law
George Washington University Law School
Georgetown University Law Center
Harvard Law School
New York University School of Law
South Texas College of Law
Stanford Law School
Southern Methodist University School of Law
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law
Tulane University Law School
University of California, Los Angeles School of Law
University of Chicago Law School
University of Houston Law Center
University of Montana School of Law
University of Texas School of Law
University of Virginia School of Law
William & Mary Law School
Members of our team have received top honors within the legal community, including:
Super Lawyers Rising Stars
Life Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
Chambers and Partners recognition
ABHR attorneys are active members of organizations impacting the industry:
National Association of Bond Lawyers
Texas Bar Foundation
American Bar Association
Women in Public Finance
Leadership Texas
American Leadership Forum
Urban Land Institute
Association of Water Board Directors
Houston Bar Foundation
Houston Young Lawyers Association
Houston Bar Association
The Houston Committee on Foreign Relations
Austin Young Lawyers Association
And a variety of board and advisory roles across the region
Explore Careers at ABHR
As our practice continues to grow, so will our team. Exceptional attorneys may contact hiring partner Rob Seale, rseale@abhr.com, to learn more.
Culture at ABHR
ABHR’s culture is shaped by respect, and a strong sense of connection across our three offices. While each location has its own personality, the firm operates as one team with shared expectations and values.
We prioritize collaboration, thoughtful communication, and a supportive environment.
In Their
Own Words
David M. Oliver, Jr.
Partner
“This practice is unique — the clients, the work, and the community it creates.”
Angela Lutz
Partner
“I love the people I work with.”
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