TONY BUZBEE

I’ve spent my career in courtrooms, boardrooms, and sometimes on the front pages of newspapers. Being a trial lawyer in Houston means you’re not just representing clients—you’re representing yourself, your team, and your reputation. Recently, when Esquire ran a profile on me, it wasn’t just a moment of personal recognition; it was a reminder of how influence, power, and reputation

When you’ve been through enough battles—whether in the courtroom, the business arena, or in life—you learn that crises are inevitable. They show up uninvited, test your resolve, and often reveal more about you than you may want the world to see. But here’s the truth: it’s not the crisis itself that defines you. It’s how you respond. In my career,

From the Courtroom to the Boardroom Most people see trial lawyers as courtroom brawlers—legal warriors who battle it out in front of juries and walk away with headlines and high-stakes verdicts. But there’s a lesser-known advantage to having serious trial experience, especially in today’s business world. It’s not just about how you perform in court; it’s about how that experience

The Power of the Legal Profession—Used for Good As trial lawyers, we’re trained to win. We’re battle-tested in courtrooms, skilled at persuading juries, and laser-focused on getting justice for our clients. But as I’ve moved through my career, I’ve realized something more important than the verdict: what we do with the influence, wealth, and platform that come after the win.

Success in business isn’t built overnight. It’s forged through a combination of perseverance, strategic thinking, and the ability to turn setbacks into stepping stones. Over the course of my career, I’ve faced numerous challenges—some small, some significant—but each one has taught me invaluable lessons about what it takes to build a successful empire. Today, I’m fortunate to have a business

Success in business is not just about making the right investments or having a great product—it’s about understanding risk, strategy, and negotiation. These are the same principles that define a great trial lawyer. Over the years, I’ve found that the skills I honed in the courtroom have been just as valuable in the boardroom. Whether I’m litigating a high-stakes case