$ 250-300 per hour
About Gary
Biography
Highly-rated San Antonio, Texas law firm with a record of excellence.
For the past 25 years, Johnson, Christopher, Javore and Cochran, Inc. has been delivering a wide range of legal services on behalf of individuals, businesses and corporations throughout central and South Texas. Because the firm’s attorneys understand that lawsuits can quickly diminish profits, their more than 73 years of combined legal experience enables them to quickly anticipate and avoid legal conflicts for clients and where possible, resolve disputes quickly through mediation and arbitration.
As a testament to their knowledgeable and efficient approach to case management, litigation and alternative dispute resolution, attorneys Gary W. Javore, Stephen G. Cochran and Of Counsel Henry W. Christopher have all earned AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Ratings by Martindale-Hubbell®, the highest recognition possible in the legal industry, for their professionalism and ethics. Clients have also rated Johnson, Christopher, Javore and Cochran, Inc. a 4.5 out of 5 at for their communication ability, responsiveness, quality of service and value for the money.
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Arbitration
14%
36 years
Business
14%
47 years
Construction and Development
14%
47 years
Consumer Protection
14%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2017
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 47 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1978
No misconduct found
Location
Johnson, Christopher, Javore & Cochran, Inc.
5802 W Ih 10, San Antonio, TX, 78201-2851
www.jcjclaw.com/Gallery
Gary W. Javore's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by David | September 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Manager
Gary is exceptional at taking a complex deal and preparing a contract for me that protects my interests and works for the other parties.
Posted by Jack Uptmore | September 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
thourough
Gary has been assisting our company for many years. He provides contracts and their associated documents. He provides deeds and also covenants for a new subdivision we are developing. He offers advice and consultations on many issues that I use for decision making.
Posted by Alan | July 17, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
New construction contract package
Gary took the time to explain the contract package I purchased. I am confident he will be available to clarify any future questions I may have.
Posted by anonymous | July 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
5 Star
Gary helped keep me out of a lawsuit. He handled everything professionally and has a way of keeping things calm. He did a great job for our company.
Posted by James J | June 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Exceptional Service
Johnson, Christopher, Javore & Cochran, Inc. has been my corporate real estate attorney since 1978. Gary Javore represents my company in all types of real estate matters. I have found Gary to be extremely competent and reasonable. He has helped keep me out of the Bexar County Courthouse many times...
Gary W. Javore's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer.I have worked with Gary for over 30 years and he is an excellent advocate as well as a successful mediator and well respected arbitrator."
Stephen Cochran
Consumer protection lawyer
Experience
Honors
2018
Best Lawyer in San Antonio for Mediation, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Best Lawyer in San Antonio for Arbitration, Best Lawyers in America
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Best Lawyer in San Antonio for Mediation 2015, Best Lawyers in America
2003
Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law
1999
Leadership San Antonio, San Antonio Chamber of Commerce
1996
Associate Legend, Greater San Antonio Builders Association
1986
Outstanding Young Lawyer Award, San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1981 - Present
President, Johnson, Christopher, Javore & Cochran, Inc.
1900 - Present
Member, Johnson, Christopher, Javore & Cochran, Inc.
Associations
2011 - Present
Conflict Solutions of TexasPanelist
2007 - Present
Greater San Antonio Builders AssociationGeneral Counsel
2002 - Present
San Antonio Bar FoundationLife Fellow
2002 - Present
Texas Bar FoundationFellow
2002 - Present
American Arbitration AssociationPanelist Construction, Commercial, and Consumer Panels
1978 - Present
San Antonio Bar FoundationMember
1978 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
2017 - 2018
San Antonio Bar Association, Construction Law SectionChairman
1993 - 1994
San Antonio Trial Lawyers AssociationPresident
1993 - 2002
Bexar County Legal AidVice President
1978 - 1978
Order of BarristersMember
Education
1978
Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1978
Cleveland Marshall College of Law, Cleveland State University
JD
1975
Kent State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Construction Law Conference
Arbitration What Works and What Doesn't
2013
Construction Law Section
Best Practices in Arbitration Advocacy
2010
Advanced Real Estate Course
Life After the TRCC
2006
Texas State Bar Residential Real Estate Construction Law. (Dallas, Austin)
“The SIRP Process—The Builder’s Perspective”
1997
Anatomy of a Civil Trial IV
Compelling Arbitration
1996
Real Estate Legal Update
Real Estate and the New D.T.P.A.
1991
Winning through Excellence
Reducing the Risk of DTPA Litigation
1991
San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association Seminar
The Trial Edge
1991
San Antonio Bar Association/San Antonio Board of Realtors Co-Sponsored Seminar
Winning through Excellence
1990
San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association Seminar
Advanced Trial Tactics for the 90s
1989
San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association Seminar
Pitfalls in the Plaintiff’s Case and How to Avoid Them
Publications
2015
National Association of Home Builders
Construction Contracts and Law
1991
Greater San Antonio Builders Association
Building Your Defense
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What is the enforcement mechanism for deed restrictions?
23 Jul 2017
Q&A
My mother and cousin both want to transfer deed to a property (in Dallas County, Tx) to me. What is the best way to do this?
21 Jul 2017
Q&A
How do we get money out of a contractor who has stolen ours and cannot be touched according to texas law?
22 Jul 2017