Over a career that spans three decades, Mr. Hawash has represented both plaintiffs and defendants in a variety of commercial disputes, including those arising out of professional malpractice, breach of contract, deceptive trade practices, insurance coverage, insurance bad faith, and other general business disputes. Licensed to practice law in all courts throughout Texas, Mr. Hawash has frequently been admitted pro hac vice by the bar associations of many other states.
As a certified mediator and trained early dispute resolution professional, Mr. Hawash is often engaged as a neutral to aid parties in finding fair and economical solutions to disputes outside of the courtroom, typically with a massive savings of time, energy and expense. Mr. Hawash can serve as a neutral in both traditional and dynamic mediation, as an early dispute resolution professional using the EDR Institute protocols, and as a Texas Department of Insurance selected mediator using the Out-of-Network Claim Dispute Resolution process.
In addition to traditional court cases, Mr. Hawash also handles arbitrations brought under the American Arbitration Association (AAA), Judicial Arbitration & Mediation Services (JAMS) and International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) rules.
Practice areas
Business litigation.
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 1994 | 05/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Texas Super Lawyer 2015 | SuperLawyers | 2015 |
Top 100: 2015 Houston Super Lawyers | SuperLawyers | 2015 |
Texas Super Lawyer 2014 | SuperLawyers | 2014 |
Top 100: 2014 Houston Super Lawyers | SuperLawyers | 2014 |
Texas Super Lawyer 2013 | SuperLawyers | 2013 |
Texas Super Lawyer 2012 | SuperLawyers | 2012 |
Texas Super Lawyer 2011 | SuperLawyers | 2011 |
Rising Stars: 2005 | SuperLawyers | 2005 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Hawash Cicack & Gaston LLP | 2016 - Present |
Partner | Hawash Meade Gaston Neese & Cicack LLP | 2008 - 2016 |
Of Counsel | Seyfarth Shaw, LLP | 2005 - 2009 |
Of Counsel | Adams and Reese, LLP | 2002 - 2005 |
Associate | Verner, Liipfert, Bernhard, McPherson, Hand, Chartered | 1999 - 2002 |
Associate | Meyer, Orlando & Evans, PC | 1993 - 1999 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Bar Association | Co-Chairperson of the Committee on Early Dispute Resolution | 2020 - Present |
EDR Institute | Board Member | 2019 - Present |
Association of Attorney-Mediators | Member | 2018 - Present |
Texas Association of Mediators | Member | 2018 - Present |
Texas Mediator Credentialing Association | Member | 2018 - Present |
Maritime Law Association of the United States | Member | 1994 - Present |
Houston Bar Association | Member | 1994 - Present |
Federal Bar Association | Member | 1994 - Present |
Texas Bar Association | Member | 1991 - Present |
American Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 1991 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Texas Association of Mediators | An Introduction to Early Dispute Resolution | 2020 |
HoustonMediation.com | The Magnificant Eleven & Mediation | 2019 |
Leaping Horseman Books | Foreword, Turning Point: Recollections of Russian Participants and Witnesses of the Stalingrad Battle | 2008 |
Computer Gaming World | What Every Game Developer Needs to Know About Intellectual Property Rights | 1999 |
Computer Gaming World | The Ultimate Online Lawsuit | 1998 |
18 Tul. Mar. L. J. 262 | Co-Author with Peter A. McLauchlan, Recent Developments in Admiralty Jurisdiction | 1994 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Houston Law Center | Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.) | 1994 |
The University of Texas At Austin | Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) | 1991 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Association of Attorney Mediators Annual Meeting | An Introduction to Early Dispute Resolution: Fairly and Ethicially Resolving Disputes Thirty Days from Inception | 2020 |
AAA Houston Webinar | An Introduction to Early Dispute Resolution & the EDR Protocols | 2020 |
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Jeremy Gaston, Litigation Attorney on Jun 15, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
When it comes to attorneys, Michael Hawash is the very definition of "consummate professional": intelligent, experienced, aggressive (but diplomatic), and -- perhaps most importantly -- extraordinarily prepared. For any litigation issue that matters to you or your business, I recommend you talk to Michael immediately.
James Ardoin, Litigation Attorney on Aug 28, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael is one of the best civil litigators I know. I endorse this lawyer.
David Barranco, Litigation Attorney on Aug 28, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
Excellent, tenacious, experienced litigator -- one of Houston's best.
Anjali Nigam, Litigation Attorney on Feb 17, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Michael Hawash for over a decade. His work is impeccable. He is an amazing litigator. I highly endorse him.
Seita Jongebloed, Litigation Attorney on Nov 6, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Michael is a determined advocate who works tirelessly to get his clients the best possible results. He represents his clients with integrity, passion and skill. Michael is knowledgeable in many different areas of the law. I have referred clients to him for real estate and employment law disputes.
Cynthia Moulton, Litigation Attorney on Nov 6, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Michael Hawash without reservation. I have known Mike for years and I am always pleased to be able to work with Mike or refer a case to him and I do so with complete confidence. Mike has very good judgment, is a highly capable and effective lawyer and represents his clients with zeal and a passion to win. I would not hesitate to hire Mike as my lawyer and I recommend Mike and his firm wholeheartedly.
Andrew Meade, Unknown Attorney on May 30, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.