Whitley B. Zachary, Construction Attorney in San Antonio, Texas
focused on Construction and Personal Injury
Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons LLP
San Antonio, TX
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Whitley B. Zachary is an attorney based in San Antonio, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Construction and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons LLP.
- Based in
- San Antonio, TEXAS
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- attorney
- Known for
- Construction · Personal Injury
- Handles Construction and Personal Injury matters from San Antonio, TEXAS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026).
About Whitley B. Zachary: Whitley B. Zachary is an attorney based in San Antonio, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Construction and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Whitley B. Zachary
Whitley concentrates on construction and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Whitley handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction cases in San Antonio, Texas
Whitley takes construction matters in San Antonio, 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 Whitley agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in San Antonio, Texas
Whitley takes personal injury matters in San Antonio, 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 Whitley agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Whitley B. Zachary — Attorney of Texas construction experience
Whitley B. Zachary is an attorney based in San Antonio, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Construction and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons LLP.
Whitley B. Zachary is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law, Litigation - Construction, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs.
Whitley B., who practices law in San Antonio, Texas, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Whitley B. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
How Whitley handles construction matters
Whitley B. Zachary is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law, Litigation - Construction, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Whitley B., who practices law in San Antonio, Texas, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in…
The kind of cases Whitley takes
Whitley reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction and personal injury matters in San Antonio and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Whitley B. Zachary's legal education and bar admissions
Texas A&M University
J.D. · 2015
Whitley studied at J.D. in Texas A&M University.
Law school and academic background
Whitley completed J.D. in Texas A&M University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Whitley runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Whitley B. Zachary
Whitley has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
Locations
Whitley B. Zachary's office in San Antonio
Whitley's primary office is at 9901 I.H. 10 West, Suite 800, San Antonio, Texas, 78230. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons LLP
9901 I.H. 10 West, Suite 800
San Antonio, Texas 78230
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How to hire Whitley B. Zachary — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Whitley usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Whitley charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Whitley'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; Whitley will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in San Antonio, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Whitley
Whitley discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction 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. Whitley confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Whitley's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Whitley B. Zachary
How much does it cost to hire Whitley for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Whitley walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Whitley offer a free consultation?
Whitley charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Whitley's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Whitley's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in Texas typically take?
Simple construction 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. Whitley gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Whitley take my case if I'm outside San Antonio?
Whitley 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 — Whitley 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 Whitley?
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. Whitley will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Whitley accepting new construction clients right now?
Whitley's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Construction attorneys serving San Antonio, Houston and Dallas in Texas
Whitley handles construction matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified construction attorneys in that community.
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