Lori’s initial practice was concentrated in commercial litigation. Over time Lori developed a diverse civil litigation practice spanning contract, tort, employment, probate, estate planning and bankruptcy issues in a number of industries, including energy, real estate and insurance. Lori’s practice involves acting as general counsel to a variety of businesses. She is involved in counseling her clients on formation and structuring issues, corporate governance, operational issues, employee issues, contract negotiations, mergers and acquisitions, real estate and financial transactions. Lori’s experience in the area of litigation includes first chair jury trials in state and federal court, administrative agency proceedings, and alternative dispute resolution, including arbitration.  Lori and her husband, Dan McClung, are the parents of three daughters whose extracurricular activities force Lori into participating in activities which exceed her skill level, including horseback riding, waterskiing, karaoke and poker. Lori still maintains a distinct advantage in debate.

Education

• University of Texas, B.B.A., Accounting, 1983 
• South Texas College of Law, J.D., 1986
  Member of the Nation Order of Barristers

Admissions

• State of Texas
• United States Supreme Court
• U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
• United States District Courts for the Southern, Northern, Western and Eastern District of Texas
• United States District Court for the Central District of California
• United States District Court for the District of Colorado

Associations & Recognitions

• American Bar Association
• Houston Bar Association
• State Bar of Texas
• Leadership Houston Class XIII
• Leadership 20/20 Class XIII
• CROSSROADS: Community Partnership for Youth, Inc. - Board Member
• Greater Houston Partnership - Life Member
• Faith Lutheran Church - Congregation Council President

Recent Victories & News

Federal Judge Amends Judgment - by $6 Million

Joshua Mermis and Lori Hood become Partners

Practice Areas