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Robert Chamless Lane
also known as Chip Lane, Robert Lane
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Biography
The Lane Law Firm is dedicated to helping Texas Businesses and Individuals with Bankruptcy and Property Damage Claims. We work with:
- Businesses struggling with debt, in particular merchant cash advances, receivables loans, or factoring arrangements and helping those businesses and owners navigate Chapter 11 Bankruptcy or other debt resolution strategies.
- Property owners who have experienced a delayed, denied, or underpaid insurance claim.
To schedule a no cost, no obligation consultation to discuss your unique situation, please contact us.
Passionate about helping Texans with business debt or denied property insurance claims.
Struggling with overwhelming business debt? We can help with a resolution to your situation!
Struggling with overwhelming debt? We can help with a resolution to your situation!
If your insurance company has underpaid or denied your property damage or theft claim, we can help!
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
50%
22 years | 304 cases
Insurance
40%
23 years | 672 cases
Debt and Lending Agreements
10%
15 years | 218 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 175-675 per hour
Contingency
33%-42%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2023 2022 2021
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6
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 21 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2004
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025
Licensed in Georgia for 15 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2011
Location
The Lane Law Firm, P.L.L.C.
(713) 595-8201
Fax
6200 Savoy Dr Ste 1150, Houston, TX, 77036
lanelaw.com/Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Robert online.
Robert Chamless Lane's Reviews
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97 Client Reviews
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Practice Areas
Lawsuits & Disputes (29)
Foreclosure (26)
Insurance (18)
Real Estate (17)
Bankruptcy & Debt (15)
Debt Settlement (13)
Credit Repair (5)
Debt & Lending Agreements (2)
Debt Collection (2)
Litigation (2)
Residential (2)
Business (1)
Consumer Protection (1)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
Family (1)
Mediation (1)
What Clients Mention
Showing 21 - 25 of 26 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Rodney | August 07, 2017 | Foreclosure
Stopped our foreclosure completely!
Kyle Washington, Legal Assistant and the Attorneys at Middagh & Lane, provided my family with first-rate service throughout our pending foreclosure. Kyle and the legal team aggressively took control of our case after I met with them to discuss all pertinent details. They professionally worked with...
Robert Lane
Replied last August 07, 2017Rodney, we appreciate your kind words and for giving us the opportunity to serve your needs. We're so glad you trusted us, and even more happy that we delivered on your expectations by stopping the pending foreclosure and successfully negotiating a short sale on your behalf! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with others who may be going through a difficult time themselves.
Posted by Decio | August 07, 2017 | Foreclosure
Foreclosure Process
I was a client for about 1 year and they were very helpful in keeping the house out of foreclosure. I liked the fact that they kept me advised on all the steps of the process.
Robert Lane
Replied last August 07, 2017Thanks Decio for the review and for the opportunity to help you avoid foreclosure. We're so glad we were able to negotiate a loan modification that will keep you in the home you've lived in for so long! We know the legal process takes time, and the team at The Lane Law Firm works hard to keep our client's informed every step of the way so you're never in the dark about what is going on with your case. I'm thrilled to hear we're succeeding in communicating with our clients. We appreciate the review. Thank you for trusting us to help you.
Posted by anonymous | August 07, 2017 | Foreclosure
Peace of Mind
After I did not qualify for the AHA (Affordable Home Act) I hired the firm to represent me in an attempt to have a "short sale" in lieu of foreclosure. Some family didn't think is was a good idea. I am thrilled I did not listen to them. Family couldn't help me when the mortgage company kept sending t...
Robert Lane
Replied last August 07, 2017Wow, that's quite a story. We're glad you recognized in time that you couldn't resolve your situation yourself and instead sought out professional help before being foreclosed on! We're honored you trusted Greg and the entire staff at The Lane Law Firm to step in and help you through your difficult situation. Thank you for taking the time to share your story and provide this recommendation. We appreciate you!
Posted by anonymous | August 07, 2017 | Foreclosure
The lawyer that you can trust....
Attorney Robert Chamless Lane is an excellent attorney in his own right. His firm helped us to short sale our house in lieu foreclosure.
Robert Lane
Replied last August 07, 2017Thank you for the review! Trust is important when hiring a lawyer, and we're thrilled that you trusted The Lane Law Firm to help you avoid foreclosure and successfully negotiate a short sale.
Posted by Vance | August 07, 2017 | Debt Settlement
Excellent Outcome to Near Foreclosure
After nearly two years of dead end loan modifications and eminent foreclosure by my mortgage co., Robert Lane and his team were able to negotiate an excellent modification agreement which helped get us back on track and return to our normal lives, both mentally and financially. I would like to exten...
Robert Lane
Replied last August 07, 2017Vance, thank you for taking the time to highly recommend The Lane Law Firm. We know how frustrating negotiating a loan modification can be, and we're honored you choose us to negotiate your "excellent modification" on your behalf! I'll be sure to pass along your kind words and we look forward to assisting in the future as needed.
Robert Chamless Lane's Lawyer Endorsements
"Chip is an outstanding lawyer. He is a knowledgeable and an aggressive advocate for his clients. He is relentless in protecting his clients' interests."
"Robert is able to communicate complicated information in a way that's easy to understand, which makes him a jury and judge favorite. He works hard, and it shows. I endorse this lawyer."
"Chip is a great advocate for his clients."
"Chip is a very good attorney and works hard for his clients, I endorse this lawyer."
"Having worked with Chip at a prior firm, I can say that I would refer cases involving insurance litigation and/or predatory foreclosures to him without any hesitation. I know any client that retains Chip will be in the best of hands."
"I endorse this lawyer. Great guy, goes the extra mile for his clients. Knows his stuff!"
"Chip is a first-rate attorney who gets results."
"Chip and I have worked on several matters together and he is a lawyer of great integrity and skill. He zealously represents his clients in defending their most precious assets, their homes."
Javier Marcos
Construction and development lawyer
Casey Brown
Insurance lawyer
Kristen McDanald
Litigation lawyer
Geoffrey Womack
Criminal defense lawyer
Courtney Scobie
Commercial real estate lawyer
John Luman
Litigation lawyer
Daniel Gamez
Debt settlement lawyer
Joshua Mermis
Construction and development lawyer
David Seltzer
Criminal defense lawyer
Timothy Mchale
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.
Fully Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2025
updated on 08/26/2025Fully probated suspension means an attorney is technically suspended but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities during the suspension to make sure that he or she does not repeat the behavior.
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Sustaining Life Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
2017
Houston's Top Lawyers, H Texas
2017
Sustaining Life Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
2016
Top Young Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2016
Sustaining Life Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
2016
Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers
2015
Top Young Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2015
Sustaining Life Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
2015
Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers
2014
Sustaining Life Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
2014
Top 460 lawyers in Houston, Houstonia Magazine
2014
Top Young Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2014
Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers
2013
Sustaining Life Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
2013
Top Young Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2013
Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers
2012
Sustaining Life Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
2012
Top Young Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2012
Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers
2011
Life Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
2011
Houston's Top Lawyers, Texas Monthly Magazine
2010
Top Young Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2010
Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers
2004
Graduated with Honors, University of Miami
2003
Moot Court Champion and Best Oral Advocate, University of Miami
2003
Champion and Best Oral Advocate, State of Florida Moot Court Competition
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Managing Partner, The Lane Law Firm, P.L.L.C.
2009 - 2014
Managing Partner, Middagh & Lane, PLLC
2007 - 2009
Attorney, Johnson, Spalding, Doyle, West & Trent
2004 - 2007
Attorney, Doyle, Restrepo, Harvin & Robbins
2003 - 2004
Legal Intern, Stearns, Weaver, Miller, Weissler, Alhadeff & Sitterson, PA
1998 - 2001
Senior Assistant Director of Admissions, Rhodes College
Associations
2019 - Present
Houston Building Owners & Managers AssociationPrincipal Allied & Professional Membership
2016 - Present
Houston Apartment AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Roofing Contractors Association of TexasAssociate Member
2015 - Present
Houston Area Roofing Contractors AssociationAssociate Member
2013 - Present
Texas Trial Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
2013 - Present
Houston Trial Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
2012 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Consumer and Commercial Law SectionAttorney Member
2012 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Real Estate, Probate and Trust SectionAttorney Member
2012 - Present
Texas Bar FoundationSustaining Life Fellow
2011 - Present
Houston Livestock Show & RodeoSwine Auction Committee
2010 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Insurance Law SectionAttorney Member
2014 - 2017
Houston Lawyer Referral ServiceAttorney Member
2012 - 2016
Children's Fund CharityMember
2012 - 2016
State Bar of Georgia, Consumer Law SectionAttorney Member
2012 - 2016
State Bar of Georgia, Tort and Insurance Practice SectionAttorney Member
2008 - 2015
Windstorm Insurance NetworkAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Wood v. HSBC (Texas Supreme Court)
Homeowner victory and lien should be invalid.
S.R.Residence v. Southwest Risk
$4,875,000 verdict for Plaintiff
M. K. vs Chubb Insurance Company
Chubb paid $444,120.33
Homeowner v. ASI Lloyds Insurance Co.
Settled for 2 times the amount of estimated damage
Confidential Settlement with Large National Bank
Settled
Moran v. Ocwen Loan Servicing
pending
Atlanta Metropolitan Cathedral v. Southern Mutual Church Insurance Company
awarded more than 10 times initial payment
Blum's Furniture v. Certain Underwriters at Lloyd's London
Insured received settlement of more than $1,000,000.
Surfside Marina v. Texas Windstorm Insurance Association
confidential settlement in excess of $1,000,000
Education
2004
University of Miami
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Rhodes College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Survive and Thrive Realtor Event
Help for Struggling Homeowners following Hurricane Harvey
2013
Roofing Contractors Association of Texas annual meeting
Appraisals In Texas
2013
Fort Bend HAR annual meeting
Foreclosure trends in the Greater Houston Area
2013
Asian American Real Estate conference
Recent developments in Texas Foreclosure law
Publications
2020
ABODE - The Houston Apartment Association Magazine
Hurricane Season: What to Do Before Disaster Strikes
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What type of attorney handles lawsuits against your mortgage provider and/or bank?
07 May 2020
Q&A
What happens if mortgage loan closed before the 12 day disclosure period?
09 May 2019
Q&A
What is Texas real estate law for owner finance property when buyer is in default, does the property have to go to foreclosure?
06 Feb 2019