Megan Kateff

Megan Kateff, certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Construction Law, represents clients across the commercial construction industry in disputes arising at every stage of a project—construction and design defect disputes, payment claims, lien and bond issues, as well as project closeout matters.

Megan’s objective is simple: to resolve disputes on the best possible terms, as efficiently as circumstances allow. Clients repeatedly turn to her because she strikes the delicate balance of mastering the complex details of their matters while still cutting to the heart of the issue to develop practical solutions from the outset. She is highly responsive and manages expectations around risk through clear, collaborative communication, which instills confidence in the path forward. In turn, Megan has earned the trust of clients and the respect of colleagues as a formidable advocate in every forum, including litigation and appeal when necessary.

The hallmark of Megan’s legal work—and the foundation of her thoughtful, client-facing approach—is her unrelenting attention to detail. She handles each dispute with thoroughness, precision, and a keen sense of priority, crafting arguments and deploying strategy with tenacity. She is also a particularly prudent legal writer whose product, whether in correspondence, briefing, or motions, is compelling, purposeful, and directed toward advancing her clients’ business objectives.

Megan spearheads the firm’s biannual Texas legislative session updates, meticulously tracking newly enacted legislation to flag issues most consequential to industries in which clients operate. Recognized for her dedication to mentorship, she also leads the firm’s Attorney Development department, ensuring associates are exposed to meaningful opportunities for industry involvement, publication, and professional advancement.

State Bar of Texas, Construction Law Section | Member (2015-Present)

State Bar of Texas, Litigation Section | Member (Present)

Austin Bar Association, Construction Law Section | Member (2015-Present)

Austin Bar Association, Austin Young Lawyers Association | Member (2015-Present)

Travis County Women Lawyers Association | Member (2017-Present)

Top Cases Every Construction Lawyer Should Know

Authored and presented at the Construction Law Foundation of Texas Basic Course in Construction Law (December 2025)

Arbitration

Authored by Megan Kateff; presented by Amy Emerson at The State Bar of Texas Basic Course in Construction Law (December 2022)

Contract Issues from a Litigator’s Perspective

Authored and presented at the State Bar of Texas Government Law Section, Government Law 101 Course (July 2021)

Causes of Action in Texas Construction Law

Presented at The State Bar of Texas Basic Course in Texas Construction Law (December 2018)

Guest lecturer, The University of Texas School of Law

Outside the office, Megan enjoys trying new restaurants around Austin and spending time with family and friends. Born and raised in Michigan, she was an internationally competitive figure skater in high school and for the University of Michigan.

Litigated $75M dispute for EPC contractor involving solar project in West Texas.

Represented general contractor through several large six- and seven-figure closeout and payment disputes, securing settlements with owners and subcontractors.

Represented developer in eight-figure design- and construction- defect dispute through settlement.

Won jury and directed verdicts in favor of general contractor on breach-of-contract and quantum meruit claims arising out of a multi-family project.

Represented subcontractors, contractors, and owners in construction, payment, and design-defect disputes involving both private and public parties, including multiple arbitrations through final hearing as well as matters resolved through settlement.

Represented nationally prominent A/E firm in ~$2M design-defect dispute involving luxury 34-story residential tower, securing dismissal of all claims through settlement.

Represented homeowner in pro bono construction-defect, breach-of-contract, and fraud dispute, securing death penalty sanctions and default judgement for the full amount of damages, attorneys’ fees, and interest.

Texas Tech University School of Law

J.D.

2015