Welcoming Esteemed Transactional Attorney Elliott S. Garsek to the Firm
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | JULY 18, 2025
FORT WORTH, TEXAS — Bonds Ellis Eppich Schafer Jones LLP is pleased to announce that Elliott S. Garsek, a longtime Fort Worth-based transactional attorney and founding partner of Barlow Garsek & Simon, LLP, has joined the firm. Elliott brings more than five decades of experience advising clients in corporate, banking, real estate, and estate matters.
With offices in Fort Worth and Houston, Bonds Ellis continues to expand its presence across Texas to meet growing client demand for trusted legal counsel in business and financial matters.
“Elliott is one of the most trusted and experienced transactional lawyers in Texas,” said Roland Schafer, partner at Bonds Ellis. “His reputation, legal acumen, and client relationships are a tremendous asset to our firm and a perfect fit for our culture of excellence and collaboration.”
“We are excited to welcome Elliott to Bonds Ellis,” added Steve Litke, partner. “He has built a career rooted in sound judgment and client loyalty, while establishing an impeccable reputation in the Fort Worth legal community over the years. We are proud and humbled that he chose to bring his practice to our team. His addition strengthens our capabilities across banking, real estate, and corporate law.”
“Joining Bonds Ellis is an exciting new chapter for me,” said Elliott Garsek. “This firm has a strong reputation and an impressive team of lawyers. I look forward to contributing to its continued growth and providing clients with the highest level of counsel across Fort Worth, Houston, and beyond.”
Garsek has served on numerous corporate and banking boards, including as Chairman of Liberty Bancshares, Inc., Executive Committee Chair of Summit Bancshares, and Director of Westmoor Corp. He is a recognized Texas Super Lawyer in Business & Corporate Law and a Fellow of both the American and Texas Bar Foundations.
At Bonds Ellis, Garsek will serve as senior counsel in the firm’s transactional practice, advising clients on mergers and acquisitions, real estate and finance transactions, estate planning, and general corporate matters.