Firm News

Amazon Operations Facility Coming to Cleburne

November 5, 2024

Mayor Scott Cain announced that Amazon has started construction on a new 1.7 million square foot Operations Facility at the end of the Chisholm Trail Parkway. After months of work and negotiations, Amazon chose Cleburne because of its central location, business climate. The new facility will create between 800 and 1,000 new jobs and includes an estimated 200 million dollar investment. "It’s a great day in Cleburne," said Mayor Scott Cain. "We have worked hard to create a business-friendly environment in Cleburne and the word is getting out." More details about the new facility will become available at a later date.

Scott is the managing partner of Cain & Kiel Law, a law firm that focusses on business solutions in litigation and transaction matters, real estate and estate planning and probate matters. The firm also offers real estate title services to businesses, developers and residential home buyers and sellers through Providence Title located at the firm. "Our goal is to provide a full range of real estate services that include both legal and full service title work," said firm partner, Brent Kiel. "If it’s real estate, we can help."

Founding Partner Scott Cain Elected to record Seventh term as Cleburne Mayor

May 2024

On May 4, Scott Cain secured a record seventh term as Cleburne Mayor. He prevailed by winning 73 percent of the votes against his opponent. “I am honored that the voters remain confident in our administration and the direction of the community,” said Cain. “I believe Cleburne’s best days are just ahead.” Under Cain’s leadership, Cleburne has seen record growth as developers and new businesses come to the city. Cain has led the community in preparation for growth by improving the city’s infrastructure, creating a culture of quality improvement and customer service, and approaching governance through a pro-business approach. Since its founding in 1867, only two mayors have served for twelve years. With this victory, Cain will serve a record fourteen years.

Cain is the founder of Cain & Kiel Law. The law firm utilizes customer service and a pro-client approach to representation. From litigation matters and corporate transactional matters, and from estate planning, probate and real estate matters, the firm engages and empowers its clients with realistic options and strategies to achieve success. Cain’s service as mayor is a part of a long standing firm tradition of service to community.

Founding partner Scott Cain Files for record seventh term as mayor of Cleburne.

March 2024

Cain and Kiel’s founding partner, Scott Cain has served as Cleburne’s mayor since 2012. Recently, he filed to run for his seventh term which would make him the longest tenured mayor in Cleburne’s history. “It continues to be an honor to guide Cleburne through unprecedented growth,” said Cain. “I look forward to working with developers and new businesses coming to Cleburne and forging new partnerships to continue to grow the local economy while ensuring Cleburne is a great place to live, work and raise a family.” Cain continues to serve as the law firm’s managing partner and works primarily with real estate transactions, business agreements, and business litigation. He also is working to expand the firm’s title insurance work with Providence Title.

Leah Nesbitt joins firm.

October 15, 2023

Cain & Kiel Law is excited to introduce our newest attorney, Leah Nesbitt. Leah received her juris doctorate from Texas A&M University School of Law earlier this year and previously clerked for the law firm. “We are excited to add Leah to our staff of attorneys,” said managing partner Scott Cain. Leah’s practice will include civil litigation, real estate, probate and estate planning and corporate matters. As a lifelong Texas, Leah understands the needs of Texans.

Tyler Green joins firm.

September 2022

Cain & Kiel Law is excited to announce that Tyler Green has joined the law firm as an associate attorney. “We are excited to have Tyler join our firm,” said managing partner, Scott Cain. “His litigation and trial experience coupled with his positive attitude will benefit our clients and we are thrilled to have Tyler on our team.”

Cain elected to record tying sixth term

May 2022

Managing Partner Scott Cain was sworn-in as Cleburne’s mayor for a record tying sixth term. “It continues to be an honor to serve Cleburne and its residents at such a crucial time of our history,” said Cain. “With the growth we are experiencing, I am looking forward to working with our business community to ensure a bright future for our children and grandchildren. It’s a great day in Cleburne.”

Brent Kiel named partner

January 2022

Brent Kiel has been named a partner and the firm’s name changed to Cain & Kiel Law. “Brent has worked hard for our clients,” Scott Cain said, “and I am thrilled that he will continue to be a vital part of our team for many years to come.” Kiel continues to focus on probate and estate planning while also handling litigation and real estate matters. He and his wife Breck are the proud parents of thee boys, Otis, Wyldon and newly arrived Pennington.

#1 LAW FIRM DESIGNATION ONCE AGAIN-2020

July 2020

For the ninth time in the past 11 years, Cain & Kiel Law was selected as Johnson County's number one law firm by the Reader's Poll of the Cleburne Times Review. “We are honored that so many have recognized the level of services we strive to provide all our clients,” said Scott Cain, the firm's founder. “We look forward to continuing earning the trust of our clients and the respect of our community.”

CAIN LEADS TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT CLASS-2020

January 2020

Scott Cain is leading a class of city leaders and managers through a class designed to help leaders understand and implement a total quality management process. “It was an honor to learn about TQM and customer service during my management years at Sewell Cadillac,” said Cain “and I enjoy sharing this business strategy with our firm's business clients and now our city management.”

CAIN TO SEEK REELECTION-2020

January 2020

Managing Partner Scott Cain announced that he will seek a fifth term as Cleburne's Mayor. During his past four terms, he has led Cleburne through economic growth by balancing budgets, reducing the tax rate, and increasing the city's transparency. During Cain's tenure, he has led the community through recovery following the largest natural disaster in city history, bringing professional baseball back to Cleburne, and creating a pro-business environment that increased housing starts from under 15 starts per year to over 230 new starts in 2019. Cain believes that it is important to give back to the community and in addition to his service as Mayor, the other attorneys and staff also serve in various capacities.

CAIN RETURNS AS ADJUNCT PROFESSOR-2019

December 2019

Scott Cain continues to teach Business law at Southwestern Adventist University as an adjunct professor. Cain utilizes a practical approach to supplement his classroom instruction by having his class apply what they are learning in the classroom through creating a business entity, negotiating and drafting a contract and resolving business disputes. “My hope is to prepare the next generation of business leaders by investing in and engaging them in learning about the laws that impact business and encouraging them to continually learn more about business leadership,” said Cain. It is a privilege to be a part of a fine university.

Cain & Kiel Law, PC RECOGNIZED AS TEXAS' BEST BUSINESS LAW FIRM-2019

June 2019

Cain & Kiel Law was recently named as the US Business News Best Business' Law Firm in Texas. “It is an honor to be recognized for the full service representation we provide our business clients,” managing partner Scott Cain said. “We strive to help our business clients through assistance with contracts and corporate transactional matters and when necessary, litigation matters. In addition to business matters, Cain & Kiel Law handles estate planning and probate, real estate, and litigation and appeal matters.

SCOTT CAIN RECOGNIZED AS TEXAS BEST LITIGATOR-2019

June 2019

Managing partner Scott Cain was recently named as US Business News' Best Texas Litigator for 2019. “I am incredibly humbled by the recognition,” said Cain. “I always hope to keep our firm's clients out of the court room, but when litigation becomes necessary, we work hard to develop a winning strategy that keeps the client's business needs in mind.” Cain was recognized as the 2018 trial lawyer of the year by Lawyer Monthly, another international publication.

SCOTT CAIN AWARDED 2018 UNITED STATES CIVIL LITIGATION AND TRIAL LAW LAWYER OF THE YEAR

December 2018

Most people know Scott Cain as Cleburne's mayor, but his law firm clients know him as a strong litigation and trial lawyer. Cain was recently recognized as the 2018 United States Civil Litigation and Trial Law Lawyer of the Year by Lawyer Monthly. Lawyer Monthly, an international professional publication with a large circulation, requested nominations for various awards and among the 20,000 nominations received in 2018 were several for Cain. Lawyer Monthly utilized several criteria for vetting its nominations, including number of third party nominations, legal expertise and innovation, peer recognition and personal achievement. Cain was recently notified that he was the publication's 2018 United States Civil Litigation and Trial Law Lawyer of the Year.

“I was surprised when I received the notification,” Cain said. “At first I thought, this has to be a mistake.” After confirming the award was for real, Cain quickly brought up his law office staff of assistants and lawyers. “I am honored by the recognition,” said Cain, “but it's a team effort that includes our great staff and wonderful clients.” Cain's staff wasn't surprised. “Scott pours his heart into his cases,” said fellow attorney Zach Brown, “he communicates options to his clients and works hard to get results.”

In addition to civil litigation and trial matters, Cain's Cleburne office handles real estate, business transactions, and estate planning and probate matters. “It has been an honor and challenge to help many businesses navigate both straightforward and complex legal issues,” said Cain. The law firm recently expanded its services to real estate closings when it opened a title company, Trinity Abstract & Title. “We wanted to add closing and title services to our real estate practice to assist our clients,” Cain added. “We wanted to be there for folks whether they are dealing with real estate issues, business matters or estate planning and probate matters.”

In addition to Cain's 2018 Trial Lawyer recognition, his firm was also recognized as a recipient of the Texas Top10 Award for Estate Planning. “Helping our clients navigate the tough issues of winding up a loved one's affairs is rewarding,” said Brent Kiel, another attorney with Cain & Kiel Law. The law firm was also recognized as Johnson County's number one law firm for the eighth out of the past ten years by the Cleburne Times Review Reader's Poll. “It's about service,” said Cain. “We want to help solve problems and help put people in a better position than when they first come to see us.” And in 2018, several organizations joined Cain's clients in recognizing that service.

ANOTHER TRIAL VICTORY-2018

August 2018

After a week long jury trial, Scott Cain led the Cain & Kiel Law litigation team to victory in a commercial real estate case involving the Hillsboro Outlet Mall. The case involved a complex dispute over a sales contract that included reservations of easements, cross-easements and land use restrictions. “I am grateful for the hard work of the jurors who waded through lots of documents and listened to business and lawyer witnesses,” said Cain. “America's jury system works and we are grateful to finally resolve this dispute in favor of our client.”

ADDITION OF TITLE COMPANY-2018

July 2018

Cain & Kiel Law managing partner, Scott Cain, announced the addition of Trinity Abstract & Title Company to serve the firm's clients and the surrounding area. “We saw a need with our real estate practice to add another service to our clients,” said Cain, “and we discovered that adding the title company business would help us serve the community better. Trinity Abstract & Title has a large support staff with personal touches through Colleen Gann and Scott Cain, local escrow officers. “We have attorneys assigned to each closing so we can answer questions that come up during the closing process,” Cain said. “We also offer a lot of custom services like remote closings. Our goal is to make real estate closings easier for both residential closings and complex commercial transactions.”

#1 LAW FIRM DESIGNATION AGAIN-2018

2018

For the eighth time over the past 10 years, Cain & Kiel Law was selected as Johnson County's number one law firm by the Cleburne Times Review Reader's Poll. “Wile it is an honor to be recognized as the best,” Cain said, “our firm continues to work on finding ways to exceed our client's expectations.

AN APPELLATE VICTORY

June 15, 2015

Scott Cain successfully handled the appeal of a divorce case.

Cain & Kiel Law LAND THE #1 LAW FIRM DESIGNATION FOR THE FIFTH YEAR IN A ROW

April 2014

For the fifth year in a row, Cain & Kiel Law were selected as the number one lawyer or law firm in Johnson County by the Cleburne Times Review Reader's Poll. “It is an honor to continue to have the trust and confidence of so many in our community,” said Scott Cain, managing partner. “We will continue to find ways to improve our service and zealously represent our clients.”

CAIN INVITED TO PRESTIGIOUS TEXAS BAR FOUNDATION

2013

Scott Cain was selected as a Texas Bar Foundation fellow. Each year membership is offered to the top 1/3 of 1% of Texas attorneys. The membership selection is based upon outstanding contributions to the legal profession and dedication to community. Members of the foundation represent professional integrity and support the cause of justice in the state of Texas.

SUCCESSFUL REVERSAL OF TRIAL COURT

October 17, 2013

Scott Cain successfully secured a reversal of a trial court decision regarding a lien on real property.

PROPERTY DISPUTE BATTLE WON IN COURT OF APPEALS

October 3, 2013

Scott Cain successfully handled a multifaceted real estate dispute regarding interpretation of a real estate lease agreement. The Fort Worth Court of Appeals agreed with Cain in dismissing an appeal which had the effect of affirming a summary judgment that Cain had secured in the trial court.

SUPREME COURT RULING

August 23, 2013

Scott Cain handled an appeal that made its way to the Texas Supreme Court. The Supreme Court affirmed part of the appellate court's reversal of the trial court and ordered additional proceedings. The case stemmed from lengthy and complex litigation over real estate contracts.

Cain & Kiel Law SELECTED AS #1 LAW FIRM

April 29, 2013

For the third year in a row, Cain & Kiel Law were selected as the top lawyers in Johnson County by the Cleburne Times Review annual Reader's Poll. Each year, readers of the publication select the top providers of various services. “It is humbling to have the respect and trust of Johnson County residents,” said the firms partner, Scott Cain. “It is a privilege to serve our community and all of North Texas.”

Cain & Kiel Law CONTINUE AS THE #1 LAW FIRM

April 28, 2013

For four years in a row, Cain & Kiel Law was selected as either the number one lawyer or law firm in Johnson County by the Cleburne Times Review Reader's Poll. Each year, readers select their choice for the best providers in many different categories.

APPELLATE COURT REVERSES TRIAL COURT'S SUMMARY JUDGMENT

April 18, 2013

Scott Cain was brought in to handle the appeal of a summary judgment order in a complex operator agreement case. The Fort Worth Court of Appeals reversed the trial court's grant of summary judgment. The case involved a complex operator agreement between EOG and a landowner. The dispute centered around several disputes that included whether several wells were productive when drilled and whether the lease agreement was extended beyond the primary term.

CAIN SWORN IN AS CLEBURNE MAYOR

May 22, 2012.

Scott Cain was sworn in as the Mayor of Cleburne as Scott's family, friends and a standing room only and overflow room filled to capacity watched. Cain talked about Cleburne's history and its future. He also discussed his first project, dubbed “Undercover Mayor.” His undercover mayor project can be viewed on the city of Cleburne facebook page and on you tube. His first act as Mayor was to take a turn in a dunking booth for a city-wide employee luncheon.

ANDREW ROSS TO JOIN Cain & Kiel Law

May 15, 2012.

Andrew Ross has joined Cain & Kiel Law as an associate attorney. “I am excited about what Andrew will bring to our firm and his perspective for our client,” said Scott Cain, founding partner.

Cain & Kiel Law SUPPORT LOCAL SPORTS

September 2, 2011.

Cain & Kiel Law is flying new Cleburne Yellowjacket flags in support of Cleburne High School sports. ” We've gotten a great response to the flags and have also received great comments about them,” said CABC President Deanna King. “It's been a wonderful thing to see our community get behind the Jackets. It's great to see our community spirit come together,” said Scott Cain. Cain & Kiel Law has joined many other local businesses in showing their support of the community.

AN APPELLATE VICTORY

August 26, 2011.

Cain & Kiel Law attorney Scott Cain successfully argued the appeal of a jury trial in a will contest and real estate case. After a successful jury trial, the Waco Court of Appeals affirmed all portions of the jury verdict in the case styled, In Re Estate of Ward. The appeal dealt with both technical procedure as well as substantive probate and real estate issues. “We are obviously pleased and very happy for our client,” said Scott Cain.

APPEALS COURT AFFIRMS JURY

August 24, 2011

After securing a favorable jury verdict in a will contest, Scott Cain handled the appeal. The Court of Appeals affirmed the jury verdict.

SCOTT RIDDLE JOINS FIRM

August 1, 2011.

Scott Riddle joins Cain & Kiel Law. “We are excited that Scott is bringing his litigation experience to our practice,” said Scott Cain, managing partner. “Scott's tenacity will be an asset to our clients.” Scott is a graduate of Baylor University law school. At Baylor, Scott was a member of a nationally ranked mock trial team. He also brings real life litigation experience from his experience at a litigation defense firm in Houston, Texas.

CAIN RECEIVES HIGHEST RATING FROM PEERS

July 10, 2011.

Scott Riddle joins Cain & Kiel Law. “We are excited that Scott is bringing his litigation experience to our practice,” said Scott Cain, managing partner. “Scott's tenacity will be an asset to our clients.” Scott is a graduate of Baylor University law school. At Baylor, Scott was a member of a nationally ranked mock trial team. He also brings real life litigation experience from his experience at a litigation defense firm in Houston, Texas.

APPELLATE COURT AFFIRMED WILL CONTEST MATTER

June 14, 2011

Scott Cain successfully argued before the Amarillo Court of Appeals the affirmation of a trial court ruling regarding a will contest.

ANOTHER APPELLATE VICTORY

June 14, 2011.

Scott Cain successfully handled the appeal of a probate proceeding. The Amarillo Court of Appeals agreed with Cain and affirmed a probate court in allowing the admission of a will to clear title to real estate. The Contestant had complained that the will was not offered timely. At trial, the will was admitted because the delay in offering the will for probate was not the fault of the applicant who offered the will as soon as the will was discovered. The applicant first discovered his stepfather's will in his mother's safe deposit box after the mother had passed away. Cain argued that while the deceased mother failed to timely offer the will for probate, the failure should not be attributed to her son since he had no way of knowing about the will until he discovered it in the safe deposit box. The Court of Appeals agreed, with Cain and the trial court.

SELECTED #1 LAWYER AND #2 LAW FIRM FOR SECOND STRAIGHT YEAR

February 27, 2011.

Readers of the Cleburne Times Review selected Scott Cain as Johnson County's number 1 lawyer for the second year in a row. The voters also selected Cain & Kiel Law as the number 2 law firm for the second year in a row. Each year, the Cleburne Times Review asks its readers to select the best business in Johnson County in the Reader's Choice awards.

Source: Cleburne Times Review

ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL JURY VERDICT

October 6, 2010.

A Jury returned a favorable verdict following a trial over the validity of a will and a lost deed. Cain & Kiel Law attorneys Scott Cain asserted that a will executed by the mother of the firm's client was the result of undue influence by the client's step-father. The jury agreed. “This was an emotional trial,” said Cain, “but the jury listened to the facts and justice prevailed.” The jury also found that the decedent had executed and attempted to deliver a deed for the family farm to the firm's client and awarded attorneys' fees to the client.

Cain & Kiel Law SUPPORT COMMUNITY EVENT

May 27, 2010.

On May 22, 2010, Cain & Kiel Law partner Scott Cain organized a community wakeboard event. “The event, held last weekend at Lake Pat Cleburne, strives to involve area children in wakeboarding and other water activities in a safe environment,” stated Cleburne Times Review reporter Matt Smith. The event, designed to provide teenagers with professional wakeboard coaching, included 312 participants. “We were pleased with the turnout and very pleased that a lot of area students had the opportunity to learn to wakeboard from world class professional wakeboarders,” Cain said.

Source: Cleburne Times Review

GROUND BREAKING ON NEW FACILITY

May 9, 2010.

The Cleburne Chamber of Commerce held a ground breaking ceremony for the new facilities of Cain & Kiel Law. The new office building will be located at 508 N. Ridgeway in Cleburne. Joining the Chamber of Commerce were several elected officials.

Source: Cleburne Times Review

PETER BRANCA JOINS Cain & Kiel Law

April 26, 2010.

Native Texan Peter Branca joins Cain & Kiel Law as an associate attorney. “We are excited about the litigation and trial experience Peter brings to the firm,” said Scott Cain. “Peter has the right blend of academic excellence with real life experience that will provide our clients with tremendous representation.” Peter graduated magna cum laude from Howard Payne University with a Bachelor of Science and was a leader during his tenure at Texas Wesleyan Law School. He is no stranger to the courtroom, bringing trial experience with him. He is also actively involved in his community and church. “We look forward to our clients getting to know Peter and seeing firsthand what he brings to our team.”

Cain & Kiel Law RECEIVE TOP AWARDS IN 2010 READERS' POLL

February 28, 2010.

Johnson County residents selected Scott Cain as the number one attorney in Johnson County and Cain & Kiel Law as the number two law firm in the 2010 Reader's Poll. “it has been a privilege to call many Johnson County residents our clients in 2009,” Cain said, “and it is an honor to be selected as the No. 1 lawyer and the No. 2 law firm for 2010.” The Reader's Poll is a survey conducted by the Cleburne Times review where its readers select the best of many different industries. This is the second year in a row Cain was listed as one of the best in Johnson County.

Source: Cleburne Times Review

SUMMARY JUDGMENT AFFIRMED

January 13, 2010

Scott Cain successfully handled the appeal of a trial court's grant of summary judgment. Scott argued that the appellate court should affirm the grant of summary judgment, which the court did. The case involved a real estate transaction and whether there was a legal agreement to convey real estate.

Cain & Kiel Law SPONSOR CASA 5K RACE

December 9, 2009.

Cain & Kiel Law was one of the sponsors for the first annual “Speak Up For Kids CASA 5K” race. Johnson County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) serves children within the county by filling the gap that is often left in legal proceedings involving neglected and abused children. CASA volunteers often ensure the well being of children caught in the middle of CPS pending cases. Many times, the CASA volunteer may be the only consistent aspect of a child's life during the difficult period of a court case or investigation.

The race boasted more than 300 participants according to the Fort Worth Star Telegram. “Thank you to everyone who came out and supported” the race. Sponsors like Cain & Kiel Law made the fundraiser a possibility. One of the race's winners, Tyler Bullard, donated his winnings back to CASA.

Source: Fort Worth Star Telegram

ATTORNEYS ADDRESS RETIRED SCHOOL TEACHERS

November 17, 2009.

Scott Cain spoke to the Johnson County Retired School Employees Association regarding estate planning and probate issues. During the symposium, Cain discussed the importance of a well thought out estate plan and the two fielded questions from the teachers. Six of Scott Cain's grade and high school teachers were present. “I am so proud of the education these dedicated teachers provided me and my peers,” Scott said, “It was a pleasure to help give something back to such an important group.”

Source: Cleburne Times Review

APPEAL DISMISSED

November 16, 2009.

Neighbors of historic North Anglin Street in Cleburne petitioned to keep alcohol sales out of a laundry mat located in a residential neighborhood. “They expressed concerns about public drinking, traffic, parking and safety of children.” When the county judge agreed with the neighbors and denied the permit, the store's owner appealed by filing suit with the district court and suing three of the neighbors. After Cain & Kiel Law took on representation of the neighbors, the store owner dismissed the appeal.

Source: Cleburne Times Review

ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL APPEAL

October 15, 2009.

Scott Cain successfully defended a positive trial court award in the Houston Court of Appeals. In a dispute over mineral reservation language in a deed, Scott successfully defended a mineral owner who was sued over a deed that reserved the minerals. The trial court granted partial summary judgment, and the case went to a jury trial. During the process of selecting a jury, the plaintiff's attorney dropped the remaining claims and Scott secured an award of attorneys' fees for his client from the judge. Scott handled the appeal which ultimately affirmed the favorable trial judgment.

Source: Houston Court of Appeals, Dist. 1

ANOTHER JURY TRIAL VICTORY

April 30, 2009.

Scott Cain successfully defended a client sued over a boundary line dispute. “Despite the sometimes complicated documents, our jury understood the issues and delivered justice,” Cain said after hearing the unanimous jury verdict.

PROBATE APPEAL

April 1, 2009

Scott Cain successfully handled the appeal of a probate matter involving character of estate property.

CAIN VOTED A TOP JOHNSON COUNTY LAWYER

March 30, 2009.

Johnson County residents voted Scott Cain one of the top three lawyers in Johnson County in the Cleburne Times Review 2009 Reader's Choice. “I am truly honored by the trust and confidence the Times Review readers have placed with me and our law firm,” said Scott Cain.

MINERAL APPEAL

April 30, 2008

Scott Cain successfully argued affirming the trial court in a complex mineral reservation appeal. The case dealt with interpretation of an older mineral reservation.

APPEALS COURT AFFIRMED TRIAL JUDGMENT

August 21, 2007

Scott Cain successfully defending a favorable trial judgment in the Waco court of appeals. During the trial, Cain represented land owners whom an adjacent dairy farm caused cattle waste to drain upon their property. During the appeal, Cain argued that the trial court was correct in issuing death penalty sanctions for failure to comply with discovery by the other side. The court of appeals agreed and affirmed the trial court ruling.

RESIDENTS PACK CITY HALL OVER PLAT ISSUE

June 28, 2007.

“Cleburne attorney Scott Cain, representing several homeowners living near the planned development, said the plat did not meet the ordinance's requirements because it is vague and lacks specificity…'Higher density plus decreased property values equals certain disaster,' Cain said.”

Scott Cain had successfully defeated the measure before the planning and zoning committee, thus requiring a super-majority to overturn the planning and zoning decision.

Source: Cleburne Times Review

MILITARY GROUP HONORS FIRM

September 15, 2006.

Cain and another attorney was awarded the rare Seven Seals Award for their support of the troops and military reservists. The award was in recognition of Cain's “work supporting area National Guardsmen and Reservists.” “We appreciate the ability to do what we do. We wouldn't be able to in other countries, but because of the brave men and women who serve our country, we have the ability to go into a free court system. We're very humbled by this award, but, we're just doing our part,” Scott Cain told a Times Review reporter.

Source: Cleburne Times Review

SCOTT CAIN, VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

February 22, 2006.

Scott Cain received the Volunteer of the Year award at the annual awards banquet of the Johnson County Republican Party.

APPELLATE COURT AFFIRMED JURY VERDICT

December 15, 2004

Scott Cain successfully handled the affirmation of a jury trial he won regarding an oil and gas operator agreement. The appellate court affirmed the jury in a complex case involving non-working interest owners and an operating agreement. The Operator settled claims from an unsuccessful suicide squeeze but failed to properly account for the settlement proceeds to the non-working interest owners. Scott handled the jury trial and the appeal.

CAIN HELPS DRIVE DONATIONS

December 15, 2000.

As part of an Arlington tradition, Scott Cain helped collect donations for the Arlington Christmas Samaratans/Goodfellow Fund. “Decked out in a Santa hat, Scott Cain volunteered his time collecting donations.” Jennifer W. Sanchez of the Fort Worth Star Telegram reported. Amidst the background of chilly winds and the rustle of leaves, Scott and others raised money for a local charity dedicated to help those less fortunate.

BUSINESSES SHOULD TAKE A PROACTIVE APPROACH

November 17, 2000.

“Whether you are a large or small company, customer complaints are part of business. How you handle those complaints can determine what ever the complaint turns into a lawsuit.” Scott Cain, writing as a guest columnist in the Fort Worth Business Press. In addressing customer complaints, Scott went on to state that businesses should be prepared to “act quickly,” “contact a lawyer,” not “rest on your laurels,” and “forget the blame game.” Scott said that quickly establishing a strategy can often overcome costly litigation when done correctly.