
Tommy Arthur Lockhart, ADR Attorney in Harlingen, Texas
Over 51 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Employment · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Managing PartneratLaw Offices of Adams & Graham, L.L.P.
Harlingen, TX
Practicing adr in Harlingen since 1975.
- 51+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Tommy Arthur Lockhart is a managing partner based in Harlingen, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Employment. Tommy has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Adams & Graham, L.L.P.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Harlingen, TX
- Experience
- over 51 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Employment
- Handles ADR, Business, and Employment matters from Harlingen, TX.
- Over 51 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Tommy Arthur Lockhart: Tommy Arthur Lockhart is a managing partner based in Harlingen, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Employment. Tommy has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Adams & Graham, L.L.P.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Tommy Arthur Lockhart
Tommy concentrates on adr, business, employment, environmental, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Tommy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Employment
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Environmental
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Personal Injury
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ADR cases in Harlingen, Texas
Tommy takes adr matters in Harlingen, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Tommy agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Harlingen, Texas
Tommy takes business matters in Harlingen, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Tommy agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Harlingen, Texas
Tommy takes employment matters in Harlingen, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Tommy agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Harlingen, Texas
Tommy takes environmental matters in Harlingen, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Tommy agrees to represent you.
General cases in Harlingen, Texas
Tommy takes general matters in Harlingen, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Tommy agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Tommy Arthur Lockhart — Over 51 years of Texas adr experience
Tommy Arthur Lockhart is a managing partner based in Harlingen, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Employment. Tommy has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Adams & Graham, L.L.P.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Tommy Arthur Lockhart is a lawyer practicing professional liability, complex commercial litigation, products liability and 6 other areas of law. Tommy received a B.A. degree from Texas Tech University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years. Tommy practices at Law Offices of Adams & Graham, L.L.P. in Harlingen, TX.
Working with Tommy on a adr matter
Mr. Tommy Arthur Lockhart is a lawyer practicing professional liability, complex commercial litigation, products liability and 6 other areas of law. Tommy received a B.A. degree from Texas Tech University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years. Tommy practices at Law Offices of Adams & Graham, L.L.P. in Harlingen, TX.
Who Tommy represents
Tommy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and employment matters in Harlingen and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Tommy Arthur Lockhart's legal education and bar admissions
Texas Tech University School of Law
J.D. · 1974
Texas Tech University
B.A. Management · 1972
Jurisdictions
Tommy's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1979 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1975 · ACTIVE
Texas
1975 · ACTIVE
Tommy studied at J.D. in Texas Tech University School of Law and B.A. Management in Texas Tech University.
Law school and academic background
Tommy completed J.D. in Texas Tech University School of Law and B.A. Management in Texas Tech University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Tommy runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Tommy Arthur Lockhart
Tommy has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Tommy's professional memberships and bar associations
Cameron County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Texas Association of Defense Counsel
Member, Board of Directors, 1982-1986 Member, District 12-B Grievance Committee, 1986-1988 · membership
Locations
Tommy Arthur Lockhart's office in Harlingen
Tommy's primary office is at 134 East Van Buren Avenue, Suite 301, Harlingen, TX, 78550. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Law Offices of Adams & Graham, L.L.P.
134 East Van Buren Avenue, Suite 301
Harlingen, TX 78550
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Client reviews of Tommy Arthur Lockhart — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Tommy. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Harlingen.
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How to hire Tommy Arthur Lockhart — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Tommy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Tommy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tommy's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Tommy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Harlingen, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Tommy
Tommy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Tommy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Tommy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Tommy Arthur Lockhart
How much does it cost to hire Tommy for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Tommy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Tommy offer a free consultation?
Tommy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tommy's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Tommy's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Texas typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Tommy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Tommy take my case if I'm outside Harlingen?
Tommy is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Tommy will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Tommy?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Tommy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Tommy accepting new adr clients right now?
Tommy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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