Texas Business Attorneys

Mills Shirley L.L.P., is the oldest continuously operating law firm in the State of Texas. Established in 1846 when Galveston was the largest city in the state, the firm has always been an integral part of Texas history and the Gulf Coast community.

160 Years Representing Texans
and the Texas Business Community

Today, Mills Shirley has offices in Galveston, Houston, San Antonio, and Clear Lake. Our law firm has kept pace with the ever-changing legal environment and has influenced many of those changes. Our attorneys and staff use the most modern legal technology available to assist our clients with their legal needs. Many of our attorneys (see Attorney Profiles) are board certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and are often invited to speak in their areas of expertise.

No law firm can stay in business for 160 years without providing quality legal service. Mills Shirley has built a reputation for providing cutting edge expertise in a wide range of legal issues (see Areas).

Business and Commercial Defense
Construction • Petrochemical • Governmental
Employment Law Defense, Consulting, Arbitration
Appellate Law • Mediation
Family Law • Wills, Trusts, and Estates

We are proud of our heritage and our tradition of excellence, but we do not rest on our laurels. Our lawyers have committed themselves to building lasting personal relationships with our clients, providing cost-effective representation, and serving the communities in which they work and live.

Galveston, Houston, San Antonio, Clear Lake

When you want an experienced Texas lawyer who embodies the history and spirit of the Lone Star State, contact us for an appointment with a lawyer. Put our 160 years of client dedication to work for you.