Water Law
Texas
2 years ranked
Provided by Jackson Walker LLP
Energy • Environment & Natural Resources • Water Law • Electric Regulatory • Power Generation • Produced Water
Lynn Sherman is a leading authority on Texas water law, with over three decades of experience advising on large-scale water projects across the state. His practice spans every major river basin and aquifer in Texas, and he has played a central role in landmark transactions, including some of the state’s largest pipeline projects and water rights acquisitions. Lynn brings a unique blend of legal, executive, and policy experience, having served as an executive with the state’s largest river authority and led privately funded water development initiatives.
University of Texas, Steve Hicks School of Social Work, Advisory Council
Austin Area Research Organization
The FIRST Fund, Board of Advisors
St. David’s Foundation, Chair’s Emeritus Council
“The Emerging Clean Energy Ecosystem,” Earthx2025; Dallas, Texas, April 21, 2025
“Produced Water: Who Owns It and Maximization of Its Beneficial Use,” 26th Annual Changing Face of Water Law Course, Texas Bar CLE; San Antonio, Texas, February 20, 2025
“Water Supplies System Issues,” Houston Bar Association; Houston, Texas, January 15, 2025
“Water & Wastewater Issues, Including Roadblocks Facing Developers,” 18th Annual Advanced Real Estate Strategies Course, Texas Bar CLE; Fredericksburg, Texas, December 13, 2024
“Ownership of Produced Water,” Texas Water Conservations Association (TWCA) Summer Conference, June 2024
Vanderbilt University
B.A.
Baylor University School of Law
J.D.
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Lynn Sherman is a deeply experienced water law practitioner held in high esteem for his expertise in groundwater matters. His broad client base sees him represent large landowners, private water companies and special utility districts.
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Lynn has an incredible depth of knowledge about water-related issues.
Lynn is an exceptional attorney. He is always respectful and appreciated my input with regard to decisions made during the course of his representation. Lynn is the first attorney I call for my water law needs.
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