Name: Robert Chamless Lane
Address: 6200 Savoy Dr Ste 1150, Houston, TX, 77036, US
Telephone: +1 (713) 322-6259
Price range: $ 175-675 per hour
Rating: 5.0

About Robert

Biography

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

Bankruptcy and Debt 50%

We help small businesses overwhelmed with debt. Stopping harassment, protecting assets, and navigating a Chapter 11 reorganization (incl. SBRA sub-chapter 5) or a fresh start with a business or business owner Chapter 7 debt elimination.

22 years | 304 cases

50%

Insurance 40%

We vigorously represent homeowners & commercial property owners with denied, underpaid, and delayed property insurance claims in an effort to fully enforce their policy and obtain maximum compensation with zero out-of-pocket cost to our client.

23 years | 672 cases

40%

Debt and Lending Agreements 10%

We help businesses dealing with Merchant Cash Advances, receivables loans, or factoring arrangements. We stop creditor harassment and collection lawsuits. We'll pursue a debt relief strategy tailored to the business's circumstances and needs.

15 years | 218 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

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

Eligible to Practice in Texas

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025

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Robert Chamless Lane's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

97 Client Reviews

Showing 31 - 35 of 60 reviews | Case Results

Posted by Pete | March 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Home Loan Deficiencies

Robert and all the staff were very professional and handle my case just like they said they would. They looked over the materials of the case, found deficiencies and asked me if they should continue with the case. Documents were exchanged easily by mail and all worked out well.

Robert Lane

Replied last March 31, 2020

Thank you Pete for the awesome 5-Star review! We appreciate you trusting The Lane Law Firm with your home equity mortgage case, and we're glad all worked out well for you. I'm happy to hear you found our team to be professional and that we followed through as promised. Thanks again for taking time to provide feedback.

Posted by anonymous | January 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

First Class Lawyer

I just had a dispute with my insurance company resolved and I could not be happier with the results. I was going back and forth with my insurance company about a roof claim. I felt I was not getting denied unfairly, so I was referred to Robert Lane. The process was explained thoroughly so I knew what... I was getting myself into. After i filled out my paper work, the process went smoothly and I received updates when they were available. If you are having issues with getting a claim approved with your insurance company, I highly recommend Robert Lane.

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Robert Lane

Replied last January 14, 2020

Thanks for the glowing 5-Star review! We appreciate you giving The Lane Law Firm an opportunity to get your claim approved and are thrilled that you are happy with the results. Our team works hard to make the process smooth and effort-free, and I'm glad to hear we succeeded. Thank you again for taking the time to provide feedback.

Posted by Tom | November 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Extremely Pleased

We were extremely pleased to work with Attorney Steven Schwinger who successfully represented us in our short sale. Thanks again Steven. Tom.

Robert Lane

Replied last November 21, 2019

Thank you, Tom, for the 5-Star review! We are so happy to hear that you were extremely pleased with Mr. Schwinger and that he was able to successfully help you navigate your short sale. We appreciate the opportunity to assist you and are grateful you took the time to share your experience with The Lane Law Firm. Thanks again!

Posted by Georgia | September 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure

Satisfied Client

Thanks to The Lane Law Firm, with a special thanks to Steven Schwinger and Brenda Ramirez for their expertise an professionalism, on helping us and preventing foreclosure.We were very grateful and happy with the outcome.They made the whole process less stressful. We would highly recommend The Lane La...w Firm and their services.Mr.&Mrs.Avalos

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Robert Lane

Replied last September 10, 2019

Thank you for the wonderful 5-Star review Mr. & Mrs. Avalos! On behalf of The Lane Law Firm team, we appreciate you giving us the opportunity to help you guys through your difficult situation. We're thrilled to hear that Steven and Brenda did such a good job making the process less stressful, and we're glad you are happy with the outcome. Thanks for taking the time to write a review.

Posted by Thomas | March 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney

They are performers at the highest level

I have had a chance to work with Steven Schwinger for the last 10 years. The outcomes that i have seen him accomplish have been astounding. The clients have enjoyed wonderful results. Truly a pleasure to work with someone of this caliber. Jobs well done.

Robert Lane

Replied last March 29, 2019

Thank you for the outstanding review Thomas! We are thrilled to hear about your experience over the past 10 years working with Steven Schwinger. Everyone at The Lane Law Firm is proud to have him on our team. Thanks again for taking the time to share your feedback and we look forward to continued wonderful results for our clients needing help stopping foreclosure and negotiating short sales over the next 10 years!

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Robert Chamless Lane's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Robert

Geoffrey Womack

Insurance lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chip is an outstanding lawyer. He is a knowledgeable and an aggressive advocate for his clients. He is relentless in protecting his clients' interests."

Kristen McDanald

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

Jack Kitchen

Insurance lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Chip is a great advocate for his clients."

Casey Brown

Insurance lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chip is a very good attorney and works hard for his clients, I endorse this lawyer."

Timothy Mchale

Insurance lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

David Seltzer

Insurance lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Great guy, goes the extra mile for his clients. Knows his stuff!"

Joshua Mermis

Foreclosure lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chip is a first-rate attorney who gets results."

George Gore

Foreclosure lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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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

Rating: 6.9 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.

Fully Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2025

updated on 08/26/2025

Fully 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

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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

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Associations

2019 - Present

Houston Building Owners & Managers Association

Principal Allied & Professional Membership

2016 - Present

Houston Apartment Association

Member

2015 - Present

Roofing Contractors Association of Texas

Associate Member

2015 - Present

Houston Area Roofing Contractors Association

Associate Member

2013 - Present

Texas Trial Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

2013 - Present

Houston Trial Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

2012 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Consumer and Commercial Law Section

Attorney Member

2012 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Real Estate, Probate and Trust Section

Attorney Member

2012 - Present

Texas Bar Foundation

Sustaining Life Fellow

2011 - Present

Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo

Swine Auction Committee

2010 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Insurance Law Section

Attorney Member

2014 - 2017

Houston Lawyer Referral Service

Attorney Member

2012 - 2016

Children's Fund Charity

Member

2012 - 2016

State Bar of Georgia, Consumer Law Section

Attorney Member

2012 - 2016

State Bar of Georgia, Tort and Insurance Practice Section

Attorney Member

2008 - 2015

Windstorm Insurance Network

Attorney Member

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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

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Education

2004

University of Miami

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Rhodes College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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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

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Publications

2020

ABODE - The Houston Apartment Association Magazine Hurricane Season: What to Do Before Disaster Strikes

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Languages

Spanish

English

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Activity

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

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