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construction
New home construction is big business in Texas. According to a report issued by Texas A&M University, from 2000 through 2007 over 1,000,000 new homes were built in the State of Texas. In the year 2007 alone, it has been estimated that on average 10,000 new homes were built each month in Texas. Read more
remodeling
Residential construction defect claims are not limited to new home construction. Remodeling contractors, builders, and service providers must also perform their work in accordance with many of the same construction standards that apply to new home construction. Read more
landscaping
Landscaping construction can be equally expensive and time consuming as new home construction or a home remodeling project. Proper landscaping typically raises the value of a home, increases aesthetics and "curb appeal," and generally makes a home more inviting and livable. But a landscaping project that results in unnecessary delay, increased costs... Read more
remodeling
What is commonly termed a "home system" is nothing more than one of the many interrelated systems that keep a home liveable and comfortable. This includes everything from a home's air conditioning and heating system to the home's theater and alarm systems. If these home systems are installed, removed, or repaired improperly, the value and liveability of a home can be drastically affected. Read more...
blackmold
Mold is a type of fungi present in virtually every environment. The two problems that molds present to homeowners are potential structural damage to a home and the potential health hazards to a home's inhabitants. Read more...

  • Construction Defects

  • Remodeling Disputes

  • Landscaping Defects

  • Home System Failure

  • Black Mold & Water Damage

Patrick W. Powers | Partner

Patrick's practice focuses on litigating cases in the state and federal courts across Texas and the nation. Mr. Powers has significant experience with complex business disputes and commercial transactions, including representing home owners and home buyers in state and federal courts regarding residential construction disputes, litigation, and contract disputes

Representative Experience

  • Represented residential homeowner in litigation against subdivision developer and residential builder involving claims of improper site and drainage preparation, residential water damage, and significant home flooding. Dispute also involved claims against developer and builder for fraud in a real estate transaction and violations of the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act. Favorable confidential settlement obtained on behalf of client.
  • Represented numerous homeowners in claims against residential home builders and remodelers involving claims of improper construction, incomplete construction, fraudulent and improper change orders, defective residential construction and workmanship, and use of improper construction materials.
  • Represented numerous homeowners in claims against real estate brokers and agents involving claims for fraud, misrepresentation, and violations of the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act related to claims involving misrepresentations of home building materials, residential square footage amounts, and site development representations.
  • Represented homeowner in claims against residential landscaping company and related individuals involving claims of incomplete and defective landscaping construction, city and municipal improper and incomplete landscaping design.
 

Patrick s Profile

Education
J.D., Magna Cum Laude,
Order of the Coif
Texas Tech University School of Law, 1999

B.A. Economics,
Cum Laude
Texas Lutheran University, 1995

Law Review,
Casenote/Comment Editor,
Texas Tech. University
School of Law, 1997-1999

Practice Areas
Business and commercial litigation
Intellectual property litigation
Personal injury litigation
Residential construction defect litigation
Commercial debt and judgment collection

Honors
Listed in Texas Monthly and Texas Super
Lawyers Magazine, "Texas Rising Star,"
2004, 2006, and 2008

Pursuits
Mountain biking, road biking, hunting, camping, and other outdoor sports, spending time with my family and two daughters

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When should I contact an attorney at CPT?

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Now - the longer you wait the more likely you might miss an important deadline that affects your ability to seek compensation and get your problem fixed.

What does it cost to get a case evaluation?

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Nothing, it's free. If you contact us regarding a construction defect, new home, or other residential construction case, we will provide you with a free                               case evaluation. 

Finding Us

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CPT is located 6 miles North of Downtown Dallas at the northeastern corner of North Central Expressway {US 75} and Caruth Haven Lane. Our office is                           located on the 15th floor, South Tower