In recent years, Texas has emerged as a focal point for law firms seeking to capitalize on the state’s burgeoning infrastructure and energy sectors. Historically considered a secondary market, Texas now attracts significant legal investments, with numerous firms establishing or expanding their presence to meet growing client demands.
Clifford Chance, a London-based international law firm, exemplifies this trend. In June 2023, the firm announced the opening of a Houston office, assembling a 10-partner team to enhance its energy and infrastructure practice. This strategic move aims to strengthen the firm’s capabilities in the global energy market. ([houstonchronicle.com](https://www.houstonchronicle.com/business/energy/article/international-law-firm-clifford-chance-open-18137876.php?utm_source=openai))
Similarly, Womble Bond Dickinson relocated its Houston office to a larger downtown space in May 2023, reflecting the firm’s growth since its 2019 inception in the city. The expanded office underscores the firm’s commitment to serving prominent energy companies and corporate clients worldwide. ([houstonchronicle.com](https://www.houstonchronicle.com/business/real-estate/article/houston-business-law-firm-expands-downtown-office-18078595.php?utm_source=openai))
The Dallas-Fort Worth area has also experienced a surge in legal activity. According to Cushman & Wakefield, 265 businesses have either relocated to or expanded in the region since 2020, prompting law firms to follow suit. Duane Morris, an Am Law 100 firm, opened its first Dallas office in 2021 and a Fort Worth location 18 months later. Blank Rome announced the opening of their first Dallas office in July 2023, marking their second in Texas. ([cushmanwakefield.com](https://www.cushmanwakefield.com/en/united-states/insights/dallas-fort-worth-legal-sector-evolving-amid-corporate-boom?utm_source=openai))
In January 2026, AZA, a Houston-based trial boutique, plans to open a Dallas office in the Trammell Crow Center. The firm intends to have 10 lawyers in Dallas within a year, focusing on intellectual property and patent work. ([chambers.com](https://chambers.com/articles/aza-opens-dallas-office-in-january-2026?utm_source=openai))
The influx of law firms into Texas is driven by the state’s robust economy, favorable business climate, and status as a global energy hub. As firms continue to establish and expand their presence, Texas solidifies its position as a critical market for legal services in the infrastructure and energy sectors.