Cline Hoffman White, Business Attorney in San Antonio, Texas
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Business, IP, and Litigation
Senior CounselatJackson Walker L.L.P.
San Antonio, TX
Practicing business in San Antonio since 1992.
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Cline Hoffman White is a senior counsel based in San Antonio, TX. The practice focuses on Business, IP, and Litigation. Cline has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jackson Walker L.L.P..
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- San Antonio, TX
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- over 34 years
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- Business · IP · Litigation
- Handles Business, IP, and Litigation matters from San Antonio, TX.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Cline Hoffman White: Cline Hoffman White is a senior counsel based in San Antonio, TX. The practice focuses on Business, IP, and Litigation. Cline has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jackson Walker L.L.P..
Areas of practice
Legal matters Cline takes on
Cline concentrates on business, ip, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Cline handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in San Antonio, Texas
Cline takes business matters in San Antonio, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cline agrees to represent you.
IP cases in San Antonio, Texas
Cline takes ip matters in San Antonio, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cline agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in San Antonio, Texas
Cline takes litigation matters in San Antonio, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cline agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Cline Hoffman White — business lawyer in San Antonio
Cline Hoffman White is a senior counsel based in San Antonio, TX. The practice focuses on Business, IP, and Litigation. Cline has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jackson Walker L.L.P..
Mr. Cline Hoffman White is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, intellectual property, litigation: commercial and 1 other area of law. Cline received a B.S. degree from University of California at Davis in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years. Cline practices at Jackson Walker L.L.P. in San Antonio, TX.
How Cline handles business matters
Mr. Cline Hoffman White is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, intellectual property, litigation: commercial and 1 other area of law. Cline received a B.S. degree from University of California at Davis in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years. Cline practices at Jackson Walker L.L.P. in San Antonio, TX.
Who Cline represents
Cline reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, ip, and litigation matters in San Antonio and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Baylor University
J.D. · 1992
University of California at Davis
B.S. Biological · 1986
Jurisdictions
Cline's state bar admissions
Texas Illinois Centr
1992 · ACTIVE
Cline studied at J.D. in Baylor University and B.S. Biological in University of California at Davis.
Law school and academic background
Cline completed J.D. in Baylor University and B.S. Biological in University of California at Davis. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Cline runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Cline's professional memberships and bar associations
San Antonio Bar Association State Bar of Texas San Antonio Intellectual Property Law Association
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Locations
Cline Hoffman White's office in San Antonio
Cline's primary office is at 112 E. Pecan Street, Suite 2400, San Antonio, TX, 78205. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Jackson Walker L.L.P.
112 E. Pecan Street, Suite 2400
San Antonio, TX 78205
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How to hire Cline Hoffman White — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Cline usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Cline charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cline's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Cline will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in San Antonio, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Cline
Cline discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Cline confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Cline's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Cline Hoffman White
How much does it cost to hire Cline for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Cline walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Cline offer a free consultation?
Cline charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cline's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Cline's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Texas typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Cline gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Cline take my case if I'm outside San Antonio?
Cline is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Cline will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Cline?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Cline will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Cline accepting new business clients right now?
Cline's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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