Biography
Richard G. “Rick” Garza’s practice since 1987 has focused on representing employers in all aspects of employment-related matters, including formulating and drafting of employment contracts and policies and representing employers in administrative/investigation proceedings, state and federal trial and appellate courts. Rick’s depth of experience makes him a valuable resource to assist employers assess risk and formulate plans on how to deal with day-to-day employment issues. He also uses this base of experience to provide management training to human resources associations and client HR and management personnel.
Education
B.A., St. Mary’s University
J.D., St. Mary’s University School of Law
Bar Admissions
Texas, 1983
Court Admissions
United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
United States District Court for the Northern, Southern, and Western Districts of Texas
Board Certifications
Labor and Employment Law
- Lawdragon 500 Leading U.S. Corporate Employment Lawyers, 2020
- The Best Lawyers in America (Woodward/White Inc.), Litigation – Labor & Employment, 2019-2022
- “Best S.A. Lawyers” List, San Antonio Scene, 2007, 2009, 2012-2014, 2017-2021
- Employment Litigation: Defense
- Labor & Employment
- State Bar of Texas
- Labor and Employment Law Section
- Litigation Section