Bell Nunnally & Martin LLP
About Bell Nunnally & Martin LLP
Bell Nunnally & Martin LLP has been a trusted legal partner for more than four decades, guiding businesses across Texas and beyond through every stage of the business cycle. From startup to succession, the firm provides forward-thinking counsel rooted in integrity, collaboration, and client-focused strategy. Recognized among the state’s leading practices, it has earned a reputation for excellence, responsiveness, and delivering results that align with broader business goals.
Bell Nunnally & Martin LLP offers comprehensive services across diverse practice areas, including corporate and securities, mergers and acquisitions, litigation, real estate, labor and employment, tax, health law, immigration, intellectual property, and financial disputes. With interdisciplinary teams assembled for each matter, the firm ensures that clients benefit from deep industry knowledge and innovative solutions tailored to complex challenges. Its position among the 25 largest Texas law firms reflects both scale and a commitment to practical, results-driven advocacy.
Bell Nunnally & Martin LLP combines local strength with international reach through membership in Legalink, a global network of independent law firms spanning over 60 countries. This connection provides clients with seamless representation in cross-border matters while maintaining the efficiency and responsiveness of a trusted regional partner. A robust pro bono program, a strong Women’s Initiative, and community partnerships further highlight the firm’s dedication to service beyond the courtroom and boardroom.
Bell Nunnally & Martin LLP is consistently honored by peers and publications for excellence in client service, litigation success, and corporate responsibility. Its attorneys are regularly recognized by Chambers, Benchmark Litigation, and other professional outlets. By emphasizing long-term relationships, clear communication, and efficient representation, the firm remains steadfast in its pledge to stand Behind Every Great Company™.
Practice Areas
- Creditors’ Rights
- Chapter 7 Liquidations
- Chapter 11 Reorganizations
- Out-Of-Court Workouts And Restructurings
- Loan Workouts For Both Borrowers And Lenders
- Investing In Distressed Assets And Securities
- Asset Purchases
- Prosecuting And Defending Avoidance Actions, Including Preferences And Fraudulent Transfer Claims
- Transactional And Tax Advice Related To Bankruptcy, Out-Of-Court Restructurings, And Other Creditors’ Rights Issues
- Litigating Objections To Discharge
- Appeals Relating To Bankruptcy Proceedings
- Defense Of Litigation Against Directors And Officers Arising In Bankruptcy Proceedings
- Commercial Finance
- Corporate Governance Counseling
- General Corporate Representation
- Entity Formation And Business Structuring
- Securities Matters
- E-Commerce And Internet Transactions
- Energy Transactions
- International Transactions
- Outsourcing Transactions
- Private Equity And Venture Capital Matters
- Technology And Licensing Agreements
- Structuring, Negotiating And Documenting Commercial Transactions
- Executive Compensation And Employment-Related Agreements
- General Contract Matters
- Regulatory Guidance
- Health Law
- International
- Mergers And Acquisitions
- Tax
- Title Vii Of The Civil Rights Act Of 1964
- Section 1981
- Age Discrimination In Employment Act
- Texas Commission On Human Rights Act
- Texas Labor Code And Other Federal And State Laws
- Americans With Disabilities Act
- Family And Medical Leave Act
- Occupational Safety And Health Act
- Older Workers Benefit Protection Act
- Pregnancy Discrimination Act
- Equal Pay Act
- Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act
- Uniformed Services Employment And Reemployment Rights Act
- Fair Labor Standards Act
- Texas Payday Act
- Obtaining Temporary And Permanent U.S. Immigration Status
- H-1b Professional Nonimmigrant Visas
- L-1 Intracompany Transferee Nonimmigrant Visas
- Tn (Nafta) Professional Nonimmigrant Visas
- E-1 And E-2 Treaty Trader/Investor Nonimmigrant Visas
- E-3 Nonimmigrant Visas For Australian Professionals
- O-1 Nonimmigrant Visas For Foreign Nationals With Extraordinary Ability
- Labor Certification Applications (Perm)
- Immigrant Petitions For Extraordinary Ability And Outstanding Researchers (Eb-1)
- Immigrant Petitions For Multinational Executives/Managers (Eb-1)
- Immigrant Investor Application (Eb-5)
- Adjustment Of Status To Lawful Permanent Residence
- Naturalization (Citizenship) Applications
- Entertainment, Advertising And Media
- Patents
- Trademarks
- Copyrights
- Intellectual Property Litigation
- Financial Institution Regulation And Disputes
- Antitrust And Trade Regulation
- Appeals
- Bad Faith
- Bankruptcy
- Breach Of Contract
- Breach Of Fiduciary Duty
- Business Torts
- Class Actions
- Copyright
- Covenants Not To Compete
- Creditors’ Rights
- Directors’ And Officers’ Liability
- Fiduciary Duty
- Fraud And Deceptive Trade Practices
- Health Care
- Insurance
- Intellectual Property
- Labor And Employment
- Landlord/Tenant Disputes
- Oil And Gas
- Product Liability
- Real Estate
- Securities Litigation
- Shareholder Disputes
- Tax
- Trade Secrets
- Trusts And Estates
- Unfair Competition
- Utilities
- White Collar Defense And Internal Investigations
- Retail And Restaurants
- Office And Corporate Campuses
- Medical Facilities
- Residential, Multifamily And Mixed-Use Developments
- Manufacturing, Warehouse And Industrial Facilities
- Agricultural, Farm And Ranch Properties
- Hospitality And Entertainment