FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 8, 2006

ANDREWS MYERS COULTER & COHEN
RANKED AMONG TEXAS’ TOP CONSTRUCTION LAW FIRMS

HOUSTON, TX – Andrews Myers Coulter & Cohen, P.C. was recognized as a leading construction law firm in Texas, receiving a top two ranking in the latest edition of the prestigious legal directory, Chambers USA, America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Chambers also recognized firm attorneys Bill Andrews and Eric Cohen as leading construction lawyers.

Bill Andrews was listed with a top three ranking among construction lawyers in the state. He has over 26 years of experience in complex construction and engineering claims, litigation and arbitrations. Chambers describes him as “a real mover and shaker among the Texas construction Bar,” and noted that Andrews is widely recognized for “his experience and ability to analyze in the construction field.” This is the third year that Andrews has been acknowledged by Chambers USA. Other recognitions include The Best Lawyers in America, 2006, and “Texas Super Lawyers,” Texas Monthly, 2004 and 2005.

Eric Cohen was also singled out as a leader for his construction law work. His 13-year practice includes construction transactions, claims, litigation and arbitration. Chambers wrote that Cohen is a “fine trial lawyer who impresses sources with his solution-focused attitude and ability to get the deal done.” Other career acknowledgements include The Best Lawyers in America, 2006, “Houston’s Top Lawyers,” H-Texas Magazine, 2005 and “Texas Super Lawyers,” Texas Monthly, 2004 and 2005.

Chambers USA, an independent legal rating publication, bases its directory rankings on more than 10,000 phone interviews with clients and attorneys over an eight-month period. The qualities on which rankings are assessed include technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial awareness/astuteness, diligence, commitment and other qualities most valued by the client.

Founded in 1990, the law firm of Andrews Myers Coulter & Cohen is a recognized leader in construction law, representing companies and individuals in all aspects of the construction process. The firm’s practice areas include commercial real estate and corporate transactions, enabling it to offer a broad spectrum of legal services to property owners, developers, investors and related businesses.