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Built on a foundation of preparedness, out-of-the-box thinking, creativity and exceptional trial skills, Godwin Bowman & Martinez is a mid-size trial and appellate law firm which has earned a national reputation for handling complex, high-stakes litigation and gaining desired outcomes. The Firm has successfully represented Fortune 500 companies, middle-market industry leaders and prominent individuals in Mission Critical Litigation®. Formed in 1980, the leaders of Godwin Bowman & Martinez have built a firm with skilled and experienced trial lawyers who demonstrate passion and commitment in the representation of their clients. The firm takes a team approach in helping clients confront adversaries, and to manage the risks that imperil their companies and market positions in any forum, whether in the trial court, the appellate court, negotiation or arbitration. With offices in Dallas and Houston, Texas, the trial and appellate lawyers of Godwin Bowman & Martinez support a wide variety of clients in numerous fields and practice areas, including business litigation, energy, environmental, banking & financial institutions, family law, health care, insurance coverage and products liability. The Firm has the capacity and experience to rapidly respond to virtually any business problem. The firm's diverse client base ranges from global corporations to successful individuals and entrepreneurs. These clients choose the firm because they have a great deal at stake, and know the attorneys of Godwin Bowman & Martinez have the dedication, experience and resolve to help achieve their critical goals.

Congratulations to Nora Arnold on passing the Texas Bar Exam! This exciting milestone is a testament to her hard work an...
10/12/2026

Congratulations to Nora Arnold on passing the Texas Bar Exam! This exciting milestone is a testament to her hard work and dedication. We are incredibly proud of her accomplishment and look forward to all that's ahead! State Bar of Texas

Four Godwin Bowman attorneys earned repeat recognition in the 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Family Lawyers legal guide. Tho...
10/12/2026

Four Godwin Bowman attorneys earned repeat recognition in the 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Family Lawyers legal guide. Those attorneys honored for their work assisting private and high net worth clients through sensitive family law matters are Chairman and CEO Donald E. Godwin, Family Law Chair Laci Bowman, Business/Civil Litigation Chair Ira Bowman and Senior Attorney Samantha Baynes. Learn more about the honor: https://www.godwinbowman.com/news/four-godwin-bowman-attorneys-earn-repeat-honors-on-lawdragons-leading-family-lawyers-list/

Godwin Bowman is proud to congratulate eight attorneys recognized among the 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in Ame...
09/17/2026

Godwin Bowman is proud to congratulate eight attorneys recognized among the 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America. Congratulations to Donald E. Godwin, Bruce W. Bowman, Jr., Shawn McCaskill, Ira Bowman, Laci Bowman, Sid Scheinberg, Stefanie Major McGregor and George Carlton, Jr., on their continued recognition for excellence across a range of litigation practices. We’re proud to see each of these attorneys once again recognized among the nation’s leading litigators. Read more: https://www.godwinbowman.com/news/lawdragon-names-eight-godwin-bowman-attorneys-in-2027-top-500-leading-litigators-list/ Lawdragon.com

From all of us at Godwin Bowman, PC, we wish you a safe and happy Labor Day! Today, we celebrate the dedication, hard w...
09/04/2026

From all of us at Godwin Bowman, PC, we wish you a safe and happy Labor Day! Today, we celebrate the dedication, hard work, and contributions of those who show up day in and day out to keep our communities moving forward. In observance of Labor Day, our office will be closed Monday, September 7.

We are proud to again have a total of eight firm attorneys selected to The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: One...
08/20/2026

We are proud to again have a total of eight firm attorneys selected to The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch legal guides for 2027. Joining Chairman and CEO Don Godwin, a 16-time honoree, on the Best Lawyers list are Bruce Bowman, Shawn McCaskill, Laci Bowman, Sid Scheinberg, Stefanie Major McGregor and George R. Carlton Jr. Additionally, Samantha Baynes was named to the Ones to Watch guide. Congratulations to all these outstanding attorneys! Read more: https://www.godwinbowman.com/news/the-best-lawyers-in-america-honors-eight-godwin-bowman-attorneys-in-2027-guides/

As we prepare to celebrate Independence Day, we reflect on the freedoms and values that unite us as a nation. Our office...
07/02/2026

As we prepare to celebrate Independence Day, we reflect on the freedoms and values that unite us as a nation. Our offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of the holiday. We wish you and your loved ones a safe, relaxing, and happy Fourth of July weekend.

Godwin Bowman PC has been recognized as a member of the 2026 Dallas Bar Association 100 Club. The DBA 100 Club is a spec...
06/17/2026

Godwin Bowman PC has been recognized as a member of the 2026 Dallas Bar Association 100 Club. The DBA 100 Club is a special membership recognition that reflects a commitment to the advancement of the legal profession and the betterment of the community. Learn more about the firm's commitment: https://www.godwinbowman.com/

Congratulations to family law senior attorney Samantha Baynes and commercial litigation associate Michael Hess for their...
06/16/2026

Congratulations to family law senior attorney Samantha Baynes and commercial litigation associate Michael Hess for their selection to the 2026 Lawdragon 500 X – The Next Generation legal guide. The guide honors the profession’s top up and coming attorneys who are positioning themselves “to be the change they want to see in the world,” according to Lawdragon. Read more: https://www.godwinbowman.com/news/honors-and-awards/lawdragon-honors-samantha-baynes-michael-hess-among-next-generation-of-legal-leaders/ Lawdragon.com

Godwin Bowman Chairman and CEO Donald E. Godwin has been named among the top commercial litigators in Dallas-Fort Worth ...
06/04/2026

Godwin Bowman Chairman and CEO Donald E. Godwin has been named among the top commercial litigators in Dallas-Fort Worth in the 2026 Chambers USA Guide. One of the most respected and tenacious trial lawyers in Texas, Mr. Godwin was honored for his broad range of complex litigation work, including oil and gas, high-stakes legal disputes, and environmental matters. The prestigious Chambers USA guide is widely considered the industry’s authoritative directory to the country’s best lawyers and law firms. Read More: https://www.godwinbowman.com/news/don-godwin-selected-among-nations-elite-lawyers-by-chambers-usa/

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