West Mermis PLLC is proud to announce that our partners, Lawrence West and Joshua Mermis, have once again been selected as Texas Super Lawyers. This prestigious designation highlights their exceptional legal abilities, professionalism, and the respect they have earned from peers and clients alike.
In addition, Joshua Mermis has been named one of the Top 100 Lawyers in Houston this year, an honor that recognizes his outstanding contributions to the legal community and his dedication to providing exemplary service in the construction law and commercial litigation sectors. These honors reinforce West Mermis’ commitment to providing results-driven legal counsel to clients across Houston and beyond.
The Super Lawyers designation is one of the most respected honors in the legal profession. Each year, only a small percentage of attorneys in Texas receive this recognition, highlighting their skill, integrity, and professional reputation. The selection process is rigorous and involves several key steps:
Peer Nominations – Attorneys are nominated by their peers, identifying those who exemplify superior professional achievement and expertise.
Independent Research – A dedicated research team evaluates each candidate on verdicts, settlements, experience, honors, and professional accomplishments.
Peer Evaluations – Lawyers in the same practice area provide feedback, ensuring the candidates recognized are highly regarded within their field.
Final Selection – Only attorneys with consistently strong evaluations and proven expertise make the final list.
Being named a Super Lawyer is not only a mark of individual achievement but also a reflection of the firm’s overall standard of excellence in serving clients, particularly in high-stakes construction law and commercial litigation matters.
In addition to the Super Lawyers honor, Joshua Mermis has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Lawyers in Houston. This distinction recognizes attorneys who demonstrate exceptional legal skill, leadership, and measurable impact in their practice areas.
The selection process for the Top 100 Lawyers includes:
Peer Nomination and Review – Candidates are nominated by other attorneys for outstanding service and achievements.
Independent Evaluation – A research team evaluates each candidate’s professional experience, case outcomes, and broader contributions to the legal community.
Leadership and Impact Assessment – Consideration is given to the attorney’s influence on their practice area, contributions to legal scholarship, mentorship, and commitment to clients.
Joshua’s inclusion on this list highlights his proven track record handling complex construction disputes, commercial litigation cases, and high-value contractual matters. His work includes guiding developers, contractors, and business clients through challenging legal landscapes, providing strategic advice, and representing clients in court and arbitration. This recognition underscores his leadership in Houston’s legal community and West Mermis’ dedication to providing strategic, results-oriented guidance.
The recognition of Lawrence West and Joshua Mermis is a reflection of the firm’s dedication to excellence, integrity, and client-focused service. Lawrence and Joshua’s accomplishments exemplify the firm’s approach to construction law and commercial litigation: combining deep legal expertise, industry knowledge, and a results-oriented strategy to achieve meaningful outcomes for clients.
These accolades also reflect the contributions of the entire West Mermis team, whose professionalism, collaboration, and commitment to client success help maintain the firm’s reputation as a leading Houston law practice. For clients in construction and commercial sectors, these honors signal that they are working with attorneys who are recognized for both skill and leadership in the field.
By consistently achieving recognition among Super Lawyers and the Top 100 Lawyers in Houston, West Mermis demonstrates a dedication to not only serving clients but also advancing the practice of construction law and commercial litigation within Houston and across Texas.
West Mermis PLLC is a Houston-based law firm specializing in construction law and commercial litigation. The firm is committed to helping clients navigate complex legal challenges with strategic, results-driven representation. With a focus on professionalism, integrity, and client success, West Mermis provides counsel that combines experience, industry knowledge, and a proven track record of positive outcomes.
