Robert Chamless Lane

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Robert Chamless Lane

also known as Chip Lane, Robert Lane

5.0
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 21 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Insurance, Debt & Lending Agreements

6200 Savoy Dr Ste 1150, Houston, TX

Virtual Consultation Available

Free Consultation

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

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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

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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

Licensed in Georgia for 15 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2011

Suspended - Administrative

Location

The Lane Law Firm, P.L.L.C.

6200 Savoy Dr Ste 1150, Houston, TX, 77036

lanelaw.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Robert online.

Robert Chamless Lane's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

97 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 17 reviews | Real Estate

Posted by Clifford | October 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Clouded Lien

We first contacted The Lane Law Firm in 2019, regarding a clouded lien we had on our home due to unforeseen issues with a HELOC. We were greeted by Rafael Armestar and he listened to our entire story, took notes, and took the time to answer all of our questions. Rafael informed us that we had a com...plicated case that would take time, so we would be prepared for the journey ahead. After our first meeting with Rafael, we retained the services of The Lane Law Firm and our attorney was Alex Lick. Over the course of the next three years, we received outstanding service from Alex Lick and all that worked with him. Alex was always very responsive to my multiple queries, and kept us informed about all the steps of the process. We even had a few consults with Robert Chamless Lane during the process. We always knew what was going on and what was coming. We learned a great deal during the process and have a new respect for lawyers. I don't know how they handle the non-stop negotiation discussions and keep the clients informed and relaxed. In the end, we were able to settle thanks to the diligence of all at The Lane Law Firm. A sincere thank you to The Lane Law Firm, especially Rafael Armestar, Alex Lick, Joshua Gordon, and Robert Chamless Lane. Top notch team and organization. If I ever need this type of lawyer again, The Lane Law Firm will be my first and only call.

Posted by Eric | September 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Eric

wow i could go on for days with how great this law firm is and very professional. The Dream Team that helped me directly i want to give a special thanks to Brenda Ramirez ,Joshua Gordon, Rafael Armestar, and many more. This law firm is the best they kept me up on everything that was going on with my ...case to me that was very important. I am a real customer i didnt know anything about them until i had to find a firm for help and the all mighty God sent me to them and they took great care of me with my case and i am very very happy. The Lane Law is the Best. # 1 in my book they got me out a bad situation with my home and now we are on track. I would strongly recommend them if anyone need's help thank you Lane the dream team law firm...

Robert Lane

Replied last September 20, 2021

Thanks for the awesome 5-Star Review, Eric! We appreciate the opportunity to work on your mortgage case and are thrilled the team at The Lane Law Firm was able to get a positive resolution for you. Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback and let us know if we can ever assist you again. God Bless!

Posted by Erika | January 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Expertise & Professionalism-Home Short Sale

Words cannot express my gratitude for the team at Lane Law Firm that handled my case. The short sale of my home was a lengthy process and the team handled everything and communicated with me for every step along the way. I specifically want to mention my attorney Steven Schwinger. Steven and his team... are exceptional! I am truly grateful to have worked with him, and I plan to recommend Steven and his team to anyone needing the law firm's expertise. Thank you for making an experience that could have been awful, much easier!

Robert Lane

Replied last January 14, 2021

Thanks Erika for the 5-Star Review! We appreciate the opportunity to help you with your short sale and are so glad that Steven Schwinger and the whole team at The Lane Law Firm provided you with exceptional service. We appreciate the recommendation and you taking the time to leave feedback. Thank you again!

Posted by Sean | December 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Helped with the headaches

I called when I thought foreclosure was my only way out of a house that had its value fall 25% and property tax rates skyrocketing causing me to be completely upside down on the property. It wasn't selling on the market for anything close to what I paid for it 6yrs prior, and covid hit my finances ha...rd. I worked closely with Steven Schwinger at the Lane lawfirm, and he helped out tremendously, and ended up getting the bank to agree to a DIL (deed in lieu) contract. I was able to walk away without any liabilities attached to the property, and he made that happen in a reasonable time frame. Very professional, and a good communicator. Thanks for all the help.

Robert Lane

Replied last December 16, 2020

Thanks Sean for the glowing 5-Star Review! We are thrilled that you trusted The Lane Law Firm to help with your difficult situation. I'll be sure to congratulate Steven on a job well done. I'm so happy to hear our team was professional and did a good job communicating with you. Thank you again for taking the time to write a review and provide feedback.

Posted by Janie Hernandez | May 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

My review

Lane Firm (Steve ) help us with our home from going into foreclosure and most of all Getting our home back into our names. Every one at lane firm . Treated us with the most kindness and professionals We ever had In a personal life . Thank so much . Mike &Janie again Thanks to everyone At LANE... LAW FIRM.

Robert Lane

Replied last May 08, 2020

Thank you, Mike and Janie, for the 5-Star Review! We are so glad you trusted The Lane Law Firm to prevent the foreclosure of your home and resolve your situation. I'm so happy to hear that Steve and the rest of the team treated you guys with kindness and professionalism. Thanks again for the kind words and for taking the time to provide us feedback.

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Robert Chamless Lane's Lawyer Endorsements

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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."

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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."

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Jack Kitchen

Insurance lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Chip is a great advocate for his clients."

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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."

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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."

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David Seltzer

Insurance lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Friend

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

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Joshua Mermis

Foreclosure lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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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

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Casey Brown

Insurance lawyer

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Kristen McDanald

Litigation lawyer

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Geoffrey Womack

Criminal defense lawyer

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Courtney Scobie

Commercial real estate lawyer

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John Luman

Litigation lawyer

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Daniel Gamez

Debt settlement lawyer

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Joshua Mermis

Construction and development lawyer

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David Seltzer

Criminal defense lawyer

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Timothy Mchale

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  6.8 (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

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 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

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

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

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