Allen Boone Humphries Robinson LLP (ABHR) - Company Research Report

Company Overview

• Name: Allen Boone Humphries Robinson LLP (ABHR)

• Mission of the Company: ABHR is dedicated to the exclusive practice of public law and finance, focusing on providing public infrastructure in Texas. The firm helps build communities, support families, and nurture relationships through legal expertise.

• Founding: The firm was formed by some of Texas' most experienced public law attorneys. Founding partners include Steve Robinson, Joe B. Allen, Jim Boone, and Lynne Humphries.

• Key People: Key figures in the firm include:

• Steve Robinson (Founding Partner)

• Joe B. Allen (Retired Founding Partner)

• Jim Boone (Retired Founding Partner)

• Lynne Humphries (Retired Founding Partner)

• David M. Oliver Jr. (Partner)

• Angela Lutz (Partner)

• Alia Vinson (Partner)

• Rob Seale (Partner)

• Headquarters: ABHR has offices in the following locations:

• Houston: 3200 Southwest Freeway, Suite 2600, Houston, TX 77027

• Central Texas: 919 Congress Avenue, Suite 1500, Austin, TX 78701

• North Texas: 4514 Cole Avenue, Suite 1450, Dallas, TX 75205

• Number of Employees: More than 40 lawyers and 140 personnel.

• Revenue: No information is available.

• Known For: ABHR is known as the leading special district public finance firm in Texas, representing entities like tax increment reinvestment zones, municipal management districts, municipal utility districts, water districts, and regional authorities.

Products

• Products Offered: While not products in the traditional sense, ABHR offers comprehensive legal services in public law and finance.

• High-Level Description: The firm specializes in structuring financing, negotiating development agreements, serving as general counsel and bond counsel to special districts, and handling tax increment reinvestment zones. They operate extensively in the provision of public infrastructure.

• Key Features:

• Expertise in public law and finance.

• Representation of various public entities including special utility districts.

• Acts as underwriters' counsel, disclosure counsel, and tax counsel.

• Facilitation of public-private partnerships and economic development programs.

Recent Developments

• Recent Developments:

• November 13, 2024: Featured in a Bisnow article on top master planned communities in Texas, supporting Viridian and Cross Creek Ranch.

• November 8, 2024: Hosted clients and consultants at the Graeme McDaniel Foundation Gala to raise funds for congenital heart defect research.

• November 5, 2024: Sponsored the Greater Houston Partnership’s Women in Government reception, with notable figures such as Texas State Representative Ana Hernandez speaking.

• October 28, 2024: Highlighted involvement in the creation of new communities across Texas through government relations and public infrastructure projects.

• New Products Launched: No information is available.

• New Features Added to Existing Products: No information is available.

• New Partnerships: No information is available.

Additional Information

• Community Involvement: ABHR supports various local charities and community organizations including The Houston Food Bank, Austin Food Bank, Cristo Rey Jesuit, Girls Inc. of Greater Houston, and the Austin Symphony, among others.

• Firm Philosophy: ABHR is driven by a people-first philosophy, focusing on its attorneys and professionals' dedication to community building and public service. This culture has been cultivated since the firm’s inception and continues to drive its operations today.