Lovein Ribman Family Law

Deke Owen

Senior Counsel
Practice Areas
Commercial and Residential Construction Law, Business Litigation
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“I can not say enough about Robert Lovein and his team. They were fair, honest and resolved our matter quickly. I would highly recommend them for all or any of your disputes.”

- Mikki Migis

“Words can not express how grateful I am to have worked with Lovein Ribman, in particular Nick Messina. (Luckily) I don’t deal with lawyers on a regular basis but if I did, Nick has set the bar in terms of my expectations. Super professional, prompt, proactive. Always feel that I was a priority and not just a number. Beyond that, Nick is a smart and savvy lawyer and the result was more than I could have ever hoped for! I only speak highly of my experience with him.”

- Mykyung Kang

About Deke Owen

I am a seasoned civil litigation attorney with over 20 years of experience representing clients in complex legal matters across state and federal courts. My commitment to success and team leadership have been integral to ensuring strategic insight and relentless dedication in every case.

Specializing in construction law, I have a proven track record of delivering favorable outcomes for a diverse range of clients, including owners, general contractors, design professionals, subcontractors, and tradesmen.

My professional expertise has allowed me the opportunities to deliver numerous presentations on construction law, risk management, and professional liability, including topics such as venue favorability, Texas Certificate of Merit laws, and defense strategies for subcontractors.

Native to Texas, I have spent the most recent two decades in Dallas while my formative years were spent in West Texas. Away from the office I like to spend time with my loved ones and take part in activities such as golf, hiking, SCUBA diving, and snowboarding. My bucket list is to visit as many major sporting venues as possible, and I have already reached fifty and counting.

  • J.D. with a Sports Law Certificate from Tulane University Law School (2004)
  • B.S. in Biology from Trinity University (1999).
  • Admitted to practice in Texas and the Northern District of Texas
  • Active member of the Texas Bar Association’s Construction Law Section
  • Recognized as a Super Lawyer in Construction Litigation by Texas Monthly and Law & Politics Magazine (2019–2025)
  • Texas Rising Star (2012, 2014–2017)
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