The Rio Grande Valley is one of the fastest-growing regions in Texas, and more residents on Expressway 83, the 10th Street corridor, and the border-crossing routes means more collisions. When a crash leaves you with injuries and an insurer in no hurry to pay, the attorney you pick matters. Below, each firm gets the same quick treatment — the short version of what it offers, and the caveat you should weigh — so you can compare them on the same terms. Every firm listed works on contingency: nothing owed unless they recover for you.
The Firms, in Brief
Patino Law Firm — patinolawoffice.com · 1802 N 10th St · 5.0 (463) The short version: veteran-owned firm led by Dr. Louis Patino, with in-house accident investigators, an emphasis on pushing back on lowball offers, and admission in all Texas and federal courts. AAJ, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, and Hidalgo Bar member; AITL Litigator of the Year. Bilingual; McAllen, San Antonio, Odessa. The caveat: a smaller team than firms with dozens of attorneys across many offices.
Tijerina Legal Group, P.C. — tlegalgroup.com · 4.9 (1,627) The short version: founded 2008 by Humberto Tijerina; the highest review count of any car-accident practice in the Valley; sends investigators to crash scenes; Avvo Client’s Choice (2026); “T-No Fee Guarantee.” McAllen and Brownsville. The caveat: specific settlement amounts aren’t published.
Herrman & Herrman, P.L.L.C. — herrmanandherrman.com · 4.9 (683) The short version: founded 1992, nine Texas offices, 20,000+ cases resolved; former insurance adjusters and defense attorneys on staff; dispatches an Accident Investigative Team; handles vehicle property damage at no extra charge for PI clients. McAllen office led by RGV native Jonathan Garza. The caveat: Corpus Christi headquarters — McAllen cases may be coordinated remotely.
The Law Giant (Texas Legal Group) — texaslegalgroup.com · 4.9 (412) The short version: Alexander Begum, practicing since 2003; $800M+ in stated recoveries and 100+ trials to verdict; Texas Super Lawyer (2021–2025), Top 25 motor-vehicle trial lawyer. Offices across Texas and New Mexico. The caveat: a multi-state footprint — confirm who handles your case locally.
Gonzalez Injury Attorneys — jgonzalezlawfirm.com · 4.5 (377) The short version: six RGV offices — the most geographically accessible firm in the Valley; founder Jesse Gonzalez (former migrant farmworker, CBS News legal expert); in-house engineers, doctors, and PIs; gives retained clients his cell number. The caveat: the 4.5 rating is the lowest on this list.
Omar Ochoa Law Firm — omarochoalaw.com · 4.8 (343) The short version: founded 2018 by Edinburg native Omar Ochoa; $1B+ recovered across all areas; UT Law graduate and Law Review editor-in-chief with federal clerkships; handles insurance bad-faith claims; calls itself “not a settlement mill.” The caveat: founded 2018 — newer than several competitors with decades of history.
De La Garza Law Firm — dlgarzalaw.com · 4.9 (258) The short version: founded 2012 by Rafael De La Garza; a small firm that caps its caseload so the founding attorney handles each case personally; $31.5M recovered in three years; also handles funeral-home negligence. The caveat: the small team limits capacity during busy periods.
Almaraz Law Firm — almarazlaw.com · 4.9 (155) The short version: founded 2006 by Rosendo Almaraz Jr. (former Hidalgo County ADA); $500M+ recovered, $100M in 2025; catastrophic focus, with Astroworld and Robb Elementary representation. Offices in McAllen, San Antonio, Midland, Houston, Laredo. The caveat: the catastrophic focus may mean moderate claims get less priority.
Ryan Solis Law Group — rsolislaw.com · 4.9 (92) The short version: solo-practitioner model — every client works directly with Ryan Solis (19+ years); BBB A+; reviews praise responsiveness and medical coordination by staff member Ivonne. The caveat: a solo model may limit bandwidth for complex or high-volume cases.
Law Firm of Ricardo A. Garcia — personalinjurylawyerrg.com · 4.7 (31) The short version: practicing in McAllen since 1982; Board Certified PI Trial Specialist (under 3% of TX lawyers) and Fellow (under 1%); Super Lawyer; $30M+/year; appointed by the Mexican Consulate. The caveat: only 31 Google reviews for a 40+ year career — a thin online presence.
Side by Side
| Firm | Rating | Reviews | RGV office locations | Fee model |
| Patino Law Firm | 5.0 | 463 | McAllen, San Antonio, Odessa | Contingency |
| Tijerina Legal Group, P.C. | 4.9 | 1,627 | McAllen, Brownsville | Contingency |
| Herrman & Herrman, P.L.L.C. | 4.9 | 683 | McAllen, Brownsville (+7 TX) | Contingency |
| The Law Giant (Texas Legal Group) | 4.9 | 412 | McAllen, Brownsville, Laredo (+4) | Contingency |
| J. Gonzalez Injury Attorneys | 4.5 | 377 | 6 RGV offices | Contingency |
| Omar Ochoa Law Firm | 4.8 | 343 | McAllen | Contingency |
| De La Garza Law Firm | 4.9 | 258 | McAllen | Contingency |
| Almaraz Law Firm | 4.9 | 155 | McAllen, San Antonio, Midland, Houston, Laredo | Contingency |
| Ryan Solis Law Group | 4.9 | 92 | McAllen | Contingency |
| Law Firm of Ricardo A. Garcia | 4.7 | 31 | McAllen | Contingency |
Ratings from Google Business Profile, verified June 2026.
Contingency Fees: What to Confirm Before You Sign
What does “contingency” actually cost me? No upfront attorney fee. The firm takes an agreed percentage of the recovery only if it wins. The industry norm is around a third.
Does the percentage change if my case goes to trial? Often, yes. Ask each firm what the fee is at settlement versus after a lawsuit is filed.
Who pays case costs — filing fees, expert witnesses, medical records? Usually the firm advances them and deducts them from your share. Ask whether costs come out before or after the attorney’s percentage, since that changes your net.
If I switch firms or lose, do I owe anything? Get the answer in writing. Most firms charge no fee on a loss, but cost handling varies.
Gather your crash report, medical bills, insurance correspondence, and any scene photos, then take free consultations with two or three firms. Texas gives you two years from the crash to file — but memories fade and evidence disappears, so an early conversation protects more of your case.
