.cls-no-mobile-1{fill:none;}.cls-no-mobile-2{fill:#ebd500;}.cls-no-mobile-3{fill:#fff;} Menu Our History Hughes Watters Askanase LLP (“HWA”) was founded in 1978 by John Hughes, Harry Watters, and David Askanase as a boutique bankruptcy and real estate law firm. In developing the Firm, the founders focused on building a reputation of excellence, integrity, and community that has been interwoven into the fabric of HWA and permeates the culture today. Today, HWA is proudly a woman owned, diversified, full-service commercial law firm that provides a “one stop shop” for legal representation in interrelated areas that provide guidance, insights, and solutions for our clients’ greatest opportunities and most challenging obstacles. This wealth of resources allows those in each practice group to leverage their experience with other practice groups within the firm. This model enables HWA to provide cost-effective and comprehensive advice and representation to its clients. Successfully operated by its second generation of partners, HWA is one of the few downtown Houston law firms that has not changed its original name or focus due to acquisition or merger. We have an independent mindset that we believe sets us apart from “the herd,” which allows us to consistently deliver value and innovation to our clients. HWA is technology and process focused. We continuously review, update, and improve our hardware, software, security, and platforms. Our hosted server environment is located in a facility that is a SSAE, PCI, and HIPAA-compliant. Today you can find HWA on the 28th floor of Total Plaza, in the very heart of Downtown Houston’s business, government, and entertainment districts. Our total of approximately 70 attorneys and support staff are all dedicated to one thing: our clients’ success. Practice Areas We have extensive experience supporting clients in these and other industry sectors: Corporate and Business Law Banking and Finance Default Servicing Business Bankruptcy Commercial Litigation Acquisitions, Dispositions & Mergers Creditors Rights Credit Union Law Labor & Employment Probate Outside General Counsel Real Estate Technology & Intellectual Property Learn more Our Core Values define HWA and align with with our strategic goals as a law firm. We are: Results Oriented Entrepreneurial Innovative Pragmatic Agile Problem Solvers Learn more Our Perspective Value Driven Law Learn more Awards and Certifications Our partners and associates often serve as speakers, authors, and commentators for media outlets and industry and professional organizations - locally, regionally, and nationally. The official Verified Vendor Seal of US Federal Contractor Registration Women Owned Small Business Federal Contracting Program Women Owned National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms Hughes Watters Askanase is committed to community outreach and development. HWA sponsors the following organizations: Ser-Ninos Charter School Virtuosi of Houston – Young Artists Chamber Orchestra Texas Credit Union Foundation BPMS 150 Habitat for Humanity Credit Union For Kids Susan G. Komen For The Cure 27th John J. Eikenburg 8K Law Week Fun Run 28th John J. Eikenburg 8K Law Week Fun Run HYLA Including Kids Careers Why HWA? Our firm maintains an open and supportive environment that fosters camaraderie, achievement, personal and professional development and life/work balance. Opportunities Hughes Watters Askanase is always open to considering candidates who will enhance our great team. If you would like to send us a resume online please click here and attach it to the email. Your resume will be directed to the appropriate person for consideration upon submission. Diversity Hughes Watters Askanase is an equal opportunity employer. The policy of HWA requires that employees and applicants for employment shall be treated without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. Join the team If you want to be a part of HWA team Write us What Our Employees Are Saying Kathy Conn, Certified Paralegal JOINED HWA IN 1985 HWA was my first full time job. Knowing little about the legal industry, I was initially hired on as an overflow typist. I found the work interesting and challenging. Through education and on-the-job training, I was able to advance my skills and knowledge. Some 25-plus years later, I am still doing work that I enjoy and feel very grateful to be a part of the HWA family. Pro Bono HWA is committed to serving the community by providing pro bono legal services to low-income residents of Harris County, Texas. HWA has provided legal aid ranging from family law issues to preparation of wills and bankruptcy assistance. Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program Bill.com Pay invoice Pay Retainer Total Plaza 1201 Louisiana St, 28th Floor Houston, Texas 77002 Tel:. 713 - 759 - 0818 Fax 713 - 759 - 6834 Copyright © 2021 Hughes Watters Askanase, LLP. HWA. All rights reserved. Disclaimer and Terms of Use | Privacy Policy