Patrick B. Tobin
Practice Areas
Experience
- Energy Acquisition & Disposition
- Family Office
- Family-Owned Business
- Healthcare Mergers & Acquisitions
- International
- International Transactions
- Latin America Inbound – Spanish
- Latin America Outbound – English
- Mergers, Acquisitions, & Divestitures
“Patrick Tobin is regularly called upon to advise on M&A. He acts for clients from a range of industries, including financial services and construction. Sources noted: 'He is extremely personable, very well liked, does good big-picture transactions, and manages a very loyal client base.' 'Heâs a highly esteemed transactional lawyer who does good work.'”
— Chambers USA Guide
Biography
Patrick B. Tobin is a business lawyer who is a trusted legal adviser to companies and their owners. Patrick will help you start, grow, finance or raise equity for your business, acquire new or additional lines of business and, when conditions are right, sell your business. Patrickâs client base reflects the diversity of industries and company sizes which are in Texas or are investing in Texas businesses. He also represents large family owned businesses and their families in family office, succession planning, asset protection, diversification, acquisition, divestiture and financing transactions.
Patrick represents clients in a variety of corporate, securities and other business law matters, including mergers, acquisitions, equity and debt financings, public and private securities offerings, venture capital funding, private equity transactions, international transactions, and other general business law matters.
Patrick has served in a number of leadership roles in the firm, including: the Management Committee, Compensation Committee, Practice Group Leader, and Managing Partner of the San Antonio Office.
Education
B.B.A., McCombs School of Business, University of Texas at Austin
J.D., with distinction, St. Maryâs University School of Law
- Articles Editor, St. Maryâs Law Journal
Bar Admissions
Texas
Career Highlight
Patrick and his team advised the iconic family-owned Texas restaurant business Whataburger in the sale of a majority interest to BDT Capital Partners, LLC, a premier private equity firm and merchant bank that invests in family and founder-led companies. Full Article Here.
Practice Experience
Patrick brings his corporate law experience to clients in a variety of industries, including:
- Construction and Engineering
- Food and Beverage
- Energy
- Financial Services
- Healthcare
- Real Estate
- Technology
- Chambers USA: Americaâs Leading Lawyers for Business, Ranked for Corporate/M&A â Texas: San Antonio & Surrounds, 2020-2025
- The Best Lawyers in America (Woodward/White Inc.), 2005-2026
- Corporate Law, 2007-2026
- Mergers & Acquisitions, 2005-2016, 2026
- Securities Law, 2005-2016
- Venture Capital Law, 2024-2026
- âBest S.A. Lawyersâ List, San Antonio Scene, 2007-2009, 2011-2024
- Business & Corporate
- Closely Held Business
- Corporate Governance/Compliance
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2003-2011
- Whoâs Who in Law & Accounting, San Antonio Business Journal, 2012-2014
- Outstanding Lawyer, San Antonio Business Journal, 2012-2014
- Whoâs Who in Energy, San Antonio Business Journal, 2012-2014
- Articles Editor, St. Maryâs Law Journal
- Harlan Society
- Briefing Attorney, Supreme Court of Texas
- The University of Texas at Austin – Advisory Council for the School of Undergraduate Studies, Chair
- World Affairs Council of San Antonio, Chair and Board of Trustees
- Rotary Club of San Antonio, President
- San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, Board and Membership Chair
- San Antonio Museum of Art, Board of Trustees and Secretary
- Christ Episcopal Church, Senior Warden
- Clarity Child Guidance Center, Board Chair
- Texas Bar Foundation, Life Fellow
- Texas General Counsel Forum – Austin/San Antonio Chapter, Board
âThe Best Lawyers in Americaâ Features 350 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2026 Edition, Including 10 âLawyers of the Yearâ and 106 âOnes to Watchâ
The Best Lawyers in America, a widely regarded guide to legal excellence, has recognized 350 Jackson Walker attorneys across 87 specialty practice areas in its 2026 edition, including 10 Lawyers of the Year and 106 Ones to Watch.
Attorney News • August 21, 2025
Chambers and Partners Releases 2025 USA Guide Featuring 79 Jackson Walker Attorneys and 28 Ranked Departments
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has selected 79 attorneys and 28 departments for inclusion in the 2025 edition of the Global and USA guides. Attorneys were ranked across 29 departments, with 4 attorneys listed among multiple areas, 9 ranked nationwide in their respective areas, and 12 recognized for the first time.
Spotlight • June 5, 2025
‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Features 306 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2025 Edition, Including 9 “Lawyers of the Year” and 75 “Ones to Watch”
The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 306 Jackson Walker attorneys across 81 specialty practice areas in its 2025 edition, including 9 Lawyers of the Year and 75 Ones to Watch. In this yearâs guide, Jackson Walker saw the largest number of attorneys in the areas of Commercial Litigation (75 attorneys) and Real Estate Law (55 attorneys) and the addition of 27 attorneys as Best Lawyers.
Attorney News • August 15, 2024
Chambers and Partners Releases 2024 USA Guide Featuring 67 Jackson Walker Attorneys and 23 Ranked Departments
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has selected 67 attorneys and 23 departments for inclusion in the 2024 edition of the Global and USA guides. Attorneys were ranked across 27 departments, with 3 attorneys listed among multiple areas, 8 ranked nationwide in their respective areas, and 15 recognized for the first time.
Spotlight • June 6, 2024
‘Scene in S.A.’ Recognizes Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2023 “Best S.A. Lawyers” List
Jackson Walker congratulates the 44 practicing attorneys in the San Antonio office who were included in Scene in S.A.âs 2023 âBest S.A. Lawyersâ list. In its 19th year, the âBest S.A. Lawyersâ list presents attorneys across 80 distinct practice areas who were nominated by fellow licensed, practicing attorneys of Bexar County.
Attorney News • September 18, 2023
‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Honors 287 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2024 Edition, Including 12 “Lawyers of the Year” and 80 “Ones to Watch”
The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 287 Jackson Walker attorneys across 5 offices and 82 specialty practice areas in its 2024 edition, including 12 Lawyers of the Year and 80 Ones to Watch. In this yearâs guide, Jackson Walker saw the largest number of attorneys in the areas of Commercial Litigation (66 attorneys) and Real Estate Law (60 attorneys) and the addition of 35 attorneys as Best Lawyers.
Attorney News • August 17, 2023
Chambers and Partners Recognizes Jackson Walker Attorneys and Practices in 2023 USA and Global Guides
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has selected 51 attorneys and 17 departments for inclusion in the 2023 edition of the Global and USA guides. Attorneys recognized in the guides were ranked in 19 practice areas, with 4 attorneys listed among multiple areas and 6 named among the top attorneys nationwide in their respective areas.
Spotlight • June 1, 2023
‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Honors 214 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2023 Edition, Including 11 “Lawyers of the Year” and 41 “Ones to Watch”
The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 214 Jackson Walker attorneys across 6 offices and 79 specialty practice areas in its 2023 edition, including 11 Lawyers of the Year and 41 Ones to Watch. Best Lawyers listings are based on an exhaustive peer review survey of thousands of attorneys who vote on the legal abilities of others in their practice areas.
Attorney News • August 18, 2022
Chambers and Partners Recognizes Jackson Walker Attorneys and Practices in 2022 USA and Global Guides
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has selected 48 attorneys and 16 departments for inclusion in the 2022 edition of the Global and USA guides.
Spotlight • June 1, 2022
‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Honors 178 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2022 Edition, Including 8 “Lawyers of the Year” and 31 “Ones to Watch”
The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 178 Jackson Walker attorneys across 6 offices and 67 specialty practice areas in its 2022 edition, including 8 Lawyers of the Year and 31 Ones to Watch. Best Lawyers listings are based on an exhaustive peer review survey of thousands of attorneys who vote on the legal abilities of others in their practice areas.
Attorney News • August 19, 2021
‘Scene in S.A.’ Recognizes 38 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2021 “Best S.A. Lawyers” List
In its 17th year, the âBest S.A. Lawyersâ list presents attorneys across 80 distinct practice areas who were nominated by fellow licensed, practicing attorneys of Bexar County. The survey takes the voters for each attorney into account, including where the voter works, their practice area, and how many years they have practiced.
Attorney News • July 14, 2021
Chambers and Partners Recognizes Jackson Walker Attorneys and Practices in 2021 USA and Global Guides
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has selected 41 attorneys and 14 departments for inclusion in the 2021 edition of the Global and USA guides.
Spotlight • May 20, 2021
âThe Best Lawyers in Americaâ Honors 164 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2021 Edition, Including 9 âLawyers of the Yearâ and 25 “Ones to Watch”
Jackson Walker congratulates the 164 attorneys who were selected by their peers as Best Lawyers, including 9 Lawyers of the Year and 25 Ones to Watch, across 6 offices and 66 specialty practice areas.
Attorney News • August 20, 2020
‘Scene in S.A.’ Recognizes 40 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2020 âBest S.A. Lawyersâ and âRising Star Lawyersâ Lists
In its 16th year, the âBest S.A. Lawyersâ list presents attorneys across 80 distinct practice areas who were nominated by fellow licensed, practicing attorneys of Bexar County.
Attorney News • July 30, 2020
Chambers and Partners Recognizes Jackson Walker Attorneys and Practices in 2020 USA and Global Guides
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has selected 30 attorneys and nine practice areas for inclusion in the 2020 edition of the Global and USA guides.
Spotlight • April 23, 2020
‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Honors 109 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2020 Edition, With Eight Named “Lawyers of the Year”
Jackson Walker congratulates our 109 attorneys named to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Lawyers in America 2020 list, including eight attorneys who were named “Lawyers of the Year.”
Attorney News • August 14, 2019
‘San Antonio Scene’ Recognizes 39 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2019 “Best Lawyers” List
In its 15th year, S.A. Scene‘s âBest S.A. Lawyersâ list presents attorneys across 80 distinct practice areas who were nominated by fellow licensed, practicing attorneys of Bexar County.
Attorney News • June 24, 2019
Best Lawyers in America Recognizes 98 Jackson Walker Attorneys
Best Lawyers listings are based on an exhaustive peer review survey of thousands of attorneys who vote on the legal abilities of others in their practice areas. For over three decades, recognition in Best Lawyers has been regarded by both clients and legal professionals as a significant honor, since an attorney cannot pay to be listed.
Attorney News • August 16, 2018
Best Lawyers in America Recognizes 94 Jackson Walker Attorneys
The Best Lawyers in America, a widely regarded guide to legal excellence, has recognized 94 Jackson Walker attorneys in its 2018 edition. Best Lawyers listings are based on an exhaustive peer review survey of thousands of attorneys who vote on the legal abilities of others in their practice areas.
Attorney News • August 15, 2017
Practice Experience
Career Highlight
Patrick and his team advised the iconic family-owned Texas restaurant business Whataburger in the sale of a majority interest to BDT Capital Partners, LLC, a premier private equity firm and merchant bank that invests in family and founder-led companies. Full Article Here.
Practice Experience
Patrick brings his corporate law experience to clients in a variety of industries, including:
- Construction and Engineering
- Food and Beverage
- Energy
- Financial Services
- Healthcare
- Real Estate
- Technology
Recognition & Accolades
- Chambers USA: Americaâs Leading Lawyers for Business, Ranked for Corporate/M&A â Texas: San Antonio & Surrounds, 2020-2025
- The Best Lawyers in America (Woodward/White Inc.), 2005-2026
- Corporate Law, 2007-2026
- Mergers & Acquisitions, 2005-2016, 2026
- Securities Law, 2005-2016
- Venture Capital Law, 2024-2026
- âBest S.A. Lawyersâ List, San Antonio Scene, 2007-2009, 2011-2024
- Business & Corporate
- Closely Held Business
- Corporate Governance/Compliance
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2003-2011
- Whoâs Who in Law & Accounting, San Antonio Business Journal, 2012-2014
- Outstanding Lawyer, San Antonio Business Journal, 2012-2014
- Whoâs Who in Energy, San Antonio Business Journal, 2012-2014
- Articles Editor, St. Maryâs Law Journal
- Harlan Society
- Briefing Attorney, Supreme Court of Texas
Community Involvement
- The University of Texas at Austin – Advisory Council for the School of Undergraduate Studies, Chair
- World Affairs Council of San Antonio, Chair and Board of Trustees
- Rotary Club of San Antonio, President
- San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, Board and Membership Chair
- San Antonio Museum of Art, Board of Trustees and Secretary
- Christ Episcopal Church, Senior Warden
- Clarity Child Guidance Center, Board Chair
- Texas Bar Foundation, Life Fellow
- Texas General Counsel Forum – Austin/San Antonio Chapter, Board