Deke Owen

Senior Counsel
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“Nick Messina was great to work with. He did exactly what we hired him to do with professionalism and clearly brought expertise to the table. Most important to me, he offered wise counsel along with describing our options, even when other options would have driven up the legal bill! Trustworthy and effective!”

- Erin Tullos

“Lovein Ribman is excellent. They are extremely knowledgeable in their field and were very attentive with us at every step of the way. We wouldn’t have been able to achieve our goal without them. We highly recommend them.”

- Nick Umana

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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