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 26 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Brian | June 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Highly Recommend

The team at Lane Law Firm helped me through a difficult bankruptcy and were amazing through the entire process. It helps to have a good legal team and I highly recommended them.

Posted by Michael | July 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Thank you

Thank you to The Lane Law Firm for helping me with my bankruptcy case. The firm is first class and goes above and beyond to do there best in there cases. Want to especially thank : Samantha Clay , Zach Casas , Joshua Gordon , Mike Baker and Steven Schwinger in helping me from the very start to th...e very end. I would definitely recommend the firm in any bankruptcy cases..

Posted by Doug | May 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

New Roof

Ron Glaser and his team did a great job in helping me work with my Insurance claim. The result was a new roof with very little out of pocket. Thanks Lane Law Firm

Posted by Richard | August 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Chapter 7

I was forced to close my business after 25 years because of the pandemic and this at 55 years of age caused an unimaginable debt crisis in our family. The Lane Law Firm first and foremost guided me throughout from beginning to end with this Bankruptcy decision. Let me say a very professional part of ...my experience was Samantha Clay. She made this decision as easy as it could be and worked tirelessly for months helping and providing anything I asked of her. Thank you personally for your courtesy and professionalism. If you need a law firm do not look any farther. They are the best!

Robert Lane

Replied last August 04, 2022

Like in your case, the pandemic caused many businesses to falter due to no fault of their own. We pride ourselves on providing professional service, personal attention and excellent outcomes. So glad we hit all those marks for you. Now that you have a fresh start, we hope everything turns out great for you. Again, thank you very much for the opportunity to have worked for you.

Posted by Sheryl | January 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure

The best decision that I ever made!

The Lane Law Firm is absolutely fabulous! They are professional, courteous and brilliant at what they do. After exiting a year long Forbearance Plan ( due to Covid) my mortgage company refused to work with me on a repayment plan or a loan modification. Even though they had said that I would not be re...quired to repay the deferred payments in one lump sum, that’s exactly what they demanded or face foreclosure. After numerous phone calls to numerous departments, letters, documents, tears and panic i gave up on ever getting any help from my mortgage company... I did my research and found The Lane Law Firm. They really listen to me and walked me through the whole process. Instantly Lane assumed the heavy burden of dealing with my difficult mortgage company... I NEVER had to interact with them again during the process. My sanity was restored! Lane assigned my case to a wonderful team. Frances Melendez was my Client Relationship Manager and the kindest and most considerate of professionals. She was my rock through it all and talked me off the edge many times. She kept me calm and explained the process in detail. I could call or email her with any and all questions. Brenda Ramirez was my attorney’s legal assistant and handled all of the documents and made sure that all of my paperwork was complete. Mike Baker the Finance Manager set up a payment plan that worked best for me and sent monthly statements that kept me up to date on the financial end. What can I say about my attorney Josh Gordon, other than he is brilliant and one of the best in his field. He is a fierce advocate and fighter for his clients and the banks and mortgage companies know this... when Josh speaks they listen! He got my loan modification AND a settlement ( which I wasn’t expecting)! The Lane Law Firm is a well oiled machine that does exactly what you need, someone to FIGHT for you! I’m so happy that I chose this wonderful firm. They saved my home and my sanity. I highly recommend them!

Robert Lane

Replied last July 05, 2022

We very much appreciate you sharing your experience with us and value your feedback. Thanks for recognizing our dedicated team members. Its clients like you that keep us motivated to keep up the fight each and every day.

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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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