Lovein Ribman Texas Construction Law

Deke Owen

Senior Counsel
Practice Areas
Commercial and Residential Construction Law, Business Litigation
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Premier Site Services, LLC
“We have worked with many law firms all over the United States since we are a multi-state contractor. This firm is one of the best. They are very professional and well versed in the law and yet make you feel like they are part of your everyday management team! I highly recommend Lovein Ribman!”
Leading Edge Technologies, LLC
“Top notch experience in construction law representation. You can’t go wrong with Lovein/Ribman. Don’t take a chance when you’re fighting for your reputation, choose a winner from the start and save yourself the headache!”
Entrust Energy
“I recommend Lovein Ribman, P.C. The Attorneys at this firm are very honest and helpful. It’s good to know that our company has great attorneys to represent us and fight for us.”

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 delivered 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 every major sporting venues, I am currently on 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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