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Serving Brazos County Since 1949. The Payne Law Group is ready to fight for you.

You're Hurt. We're Here.

Contact us now to learn more about our services, get to know our legal team, and discuss your case!

About Us

The Payne Law Group in Bryan, Texas is a law firm that is focused on the practice areas of personal injury, estate planning, and business litigation.

For over half a century, our firm has helped residents of the Brazos Valley achieve favorable case results due to our longstanding reputation for tireless and determined advocacy.

Whether at the negotiation table or in the courtroom, we always fight for our clients’ best interests.

Learn more about our firm below or give us a call at (979) 300-7406 to schedule your free case evaluation with one of our lawyers.

Our Firm’s History

The Payne Law Group was originally founded in 1949 by John M. Lawrence, III, under the name Cocke and Lawrence. Since that time, the firm has been continuously engaged in the business of providing legal advice and representation to the residents of the Brazos Valley.

Our firm is now one of the largest law firms in Brazos County and has a law practice that extends well beyond the local area and into state and federal courts throughout the State of Texas.

The Payne Law Group’s comprehensive practice covers a wide range of legal matters, from local litigation to complex real estate transactions.

By virtue of its size, the firm has maintained a major presence in most major business, financial, and governmental transactions throughout the Brazos Valley.

Due to our diversity and experience in many practice areas, our attorneys and staff are able to meet the legal needs of virtually every potential client. The firm’s client base reflects this fact in that it represents businesses of all sizes and individuals.

Our Areas of Practice

We Get You What You Deserve

We Offer Specialized Services

Our team of capable, trial-ready attorneys offers a wide range of legal services. No matter your need, we can deliver.

Our practice areas include:

The Payne Law Group has been involved in numerous multi-million-dollar files, both from the defense and plaintiff perspectives. Further, the firm has also been involved in numerous multi-million-dollar real estate and financial transactions throughout the United States.

We Are Board Certified

Board Certified specialist Attorney Scott Scherr is certified in his specialty area by the Texas Board for Legal Certification. An attorney who is Board Certified holds accreditation from a nationally recognized legal organization and has demonstrated that they either meet or exceed the standard level of professional excellence in a specialty of law.

Contact us now to learn more about our services, get to know our legal team, and discuss your case!

The Opinions That Matter Most

Read Our Client 5-Star Reviews
  • “Your expertise and kindness are much appreciated.”

    - Client
  • “If I ever need an attorney again I would call Scott. I would recommend him to anyone.”

    - Jamie Thompson
  • “My family and I have had 2 business disputes over the past 5 or more years . We were fortunate to have enlisted Scott Scherr to handle both.”

    - M Macpherson

Work with a Personal Injury Firm Near You

Involved in an accident at work or on the road? Looking to create or update your will or living trust? Need to settle a commercial dispute? We have you covered. The Payne Law Group is the oldest law firm in the Brazos Valley because we have proven time and again that we have what it takes to get results.

Want to know more? Check out our Personal Injury FAQ or reach out to us directly, anytime.

Client Testimonial - Grant

What Sets Us Apart?

  • Your Success Is Our Success
  • Experienced
  • One of the Oldest Firms in Brazos Valley
  • Committed to the Community
  • Board-Certified Personal Injury Trial Attorneys

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