In Texas, the sweltering heat is more than a mere inconvenience; it’s a legal consideration, making an air-tight HVAC services agreement an essential document, not a luxury.

Attorney and Mediator James L. Williams of the Fort Worth, Texas law and mediation firm of Williams, McClure & Parmelee has again been selected as an Elite Lawyer by the Elite Lawyer Advisory Panel.

Williams, McClure & Parmelee is pleased to announce that Attorney James L. Williams of the Fort Worth law and mediation firm has again been awarded the AV® Preeminent™ Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®, the country’s leading legal directory, for 2025.

Small businesses often struggle to balance growth with the complex, ever-changing demands of human resources, making the decision to hire outsourced, fractional attorneys an increasingly smart strategic move.

Williams, McClure & Parmelee is pleased to announce that Attorney James L. Williams of the Fort Worth law firm has again been awarded the highest possible judicial ranking by the judiciary in 2025.

Mediation is not about showing weakness or giving away leverage. When used intentionally, sharing the right information can help mediators move parties toward realistic outcomes and meaningful settlement- without sacrificing trial strategy.

Effective commercial lease counsel plays a critical role at every stage of a lease transaction. From drafting and negotiation to compliance and dispute resolution, experienced Texas lease attorneys help protect clients’ interests while aligning lease terms with long-term business goals.

Successful mediation advocacy demands more than courtroom skill- it requires strategic negotiation, honest risk assessment, and the ability to guide clients toward clear-eyed decisions long before trial pressures take over.

Mediation plays a critical role in Texas civil litigation, offering a structured, cost-effective path to resolution when communication breaks down or litigation risks grow too high. With the right mediator, disputes can often be resolved earlier, privately, and with greater control over outcomes.

When a fire ravages property, the aftermath often sparks complex legal and scientific disputes that require careful navigation and a potentially traumatic experience for the property owner, as I've observed closely from my vantage point as a Fort Worth attorney and mediator.

In Texas, mediation has become an essential, court-favored step in the litigation process, designed to resolve disputes without the time and expense of a trial. While many cases settle, a significant number of mediations fail, often due to a breakdown in preparation rather than the facts of the case itself.

Mediating a commercial construction case in Texas presents a unique blend of general mediation principles and specific, localized complexities that set it apart from other types of disputes.

Attorney and Mediator James L. Williams of the Fort Worth, Texas law and mediation firm of Williams, McClure & Parmelee has been selected for inclusion in Top Lawyers USA, a national group recognizing exceptional attorneys across the nation per Elite Experts, USA (2025).

Remote/ Zoom mediations have fundamentally reshaped how civil lawsuits are resolved in Texas, offering substantial benefits over traditional in-person sessions.

Trucking accident lawsuits often present complex challenges that distinguish them from typical passenger vehicle cases, largely due to the severe, high-value damages, multiple potential defendants, and intricate federal safety regulations involved.

Texas Labor Code, Chapter 91 regulates professional employer organizations (PEOs) in Texas and the co-employment relationships they potentially establish. 

The Fort Worth, Texas law and mediation firm of Williams McClure & Parmelee announced that it has expanded its commitment to its Mediator Section Practice. The section, WMP Texas Mediations, is led by Attorney-Mediator James L. Williams. WMP Texas Mediations is the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) arm of Williams McClure & Parmelee.

Unconscious biases are the automatic, deeply ingrained assumptions, beliefs, and attitudes we all hold about various groups of people.

When parties in Texas reach a seemingly insurmountable "impasse," the structured process of mediation, guided by a neutral mediator, often provides the necessary catalyst for resolution.

A reputable attorney who resides outside of Texas and is licensed in another state or foreign jurisdiction, but not in Texas, may seek permission to participate in a specific case in a Texas court or body through a process known as pro hac vice admission.