Attorneys

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Eduardo (Wayo) Ortiz | ASSOCIATE Attorney

eduardo@doyleseelbach.com

(512) 675-0592

Eduardo (Wayo) Ortiz is a Texas attorney with experience in complex business, commercial, and personal injury litigation. Before joining Doyle & Seelbach, Wayo worked at one of the top law firms in South Texas, where he was mentored by veteran trial attorneys. He was taught to develop every case with trial in mind. Wayo’s enthusiasm for the practice of law is evident in every case he handles.

Representative Experience

  • Representation of businesses and individuals in personal injury lawsuits, e.g., product liability and premises liability, including many cases involving catastrophic injuries and wrongful death.

  • Representation of companies in a wide range of business matters pertaining to the sale of non-conforming or defective goods, fraud, deceptive trade practices, warranty compliance, disputes among shareholders and partners, and fiduciary litigation.

  • Representation of residential and commercial property owners, landlords, and contractors in real property transactions, construction litigation, and the releases of liens and other encumbrances.

  • Representation of businesses negotiating and preparing contracts, developing corporate structures and accompanying operating agreements.

  • Representation of clients in declaratory judgment actions concerning first-party insurance litigation.

Extended Bio

Wayo was raised in South Texas to have a deep sense of love and respect for wildlife and nature. He obtained his bachelor’s degree from St. Edward’s University and his juris doctorate from South Texas College of Law. He works for Doyle & Seelbach and lives in Austin, Texas. He loves spending time with his family, reading, and cooking. On special occasions, he hosts and cooks paella for his family and friends as an homage to his Spanish roots.

Education

South Texas College of Law

  • J.D., 2014

  • Summer Law Clerk, Jordan, Hyden, Womble, Culbreth & Holzer, P.C.

St. Edward’s University

  • B.A., 2010, Dean’s List

Professional, Charitable and Community Organizations

  • Cameron County Young Lawyers’ Association – Board Member and Secretary

  • Cameron County Bar Association – Member

  • American Bar Association – Member

  • Brownsville Chamber of Commerce - Member

 Admissions

  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas

  • Texas State Courts