Aaron Michael Heckaman is a partner at Bailey Cowan & Heckaman (BCH Law) in Houston, where he has represented mesothelioma patients, wrongful death survivors, and victims of toxic tort and asbestos exposure across Texas and nationwide since 2007. A Texas A&M University graduate and South Texas College of Law alumnus, he gained early experience at two nationally recognized plaintiff trial firms before building a record that earned him recognition as a Top 100 High Stakes Litigator in 2017, 2018, and 2019, a Million Dollar Advocate, and a Top 40 Under 40 honoree. Licensed in both Texas and Illinois and bilingual in English and Spanish, Heckaman is a member of the Houston Trial Lawyers Association, the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, and the American Association for Justice — a reflection of his commitment to holding corporations accountable for the harm caused by asbestos, defective products, and hazardous substances.
Why Work With Aaron?
19+ YearsMesothelioma experience
Free ConsultationNo obligation to hire
No Upfront FeesContingency — no fee unless we win
Statewide CoverageServing all of Texas
Experience & Credentials
Years in Practice19 yrs Highly Experienced
Client Rating5.0 / 5.0 (5 reviews)
Mesothelioma & Asbestos
Wrongful Death
Toxic Tort
Products Liability
Texas Mesothelioma Lawsuit Information
Statute of Limitations2 years from diagnosis date
Wrongful Death Deadline2 years from date of death
Filing LocationTexas District Court (county of exposure or residence)
Average Settlement$1.0M–$1.5M (varies by case factors)
Texas allows mesothelioma victims to file personal injury lawsuits against responsible asbestos manufacturers. Many victims also receive compensation from multiple asbestos bankruptcy trust funds. Learn more about settlements →
Office Location
Bailey Cowan & Heckaman (BCH Law) · 1360 Post Oak Blvd, Suite 2300, Houston, TX 77056 (by appointment only)
Frequently Asked Questions
In Texas, the statute of limitations for mesothelioma personal injury claims is 2 years from diagnosis date. For wrongful death claims, the deadline is 2 years from date of death. Acting quickly is important — evidence and witness availability can diminish over time. Aaron offers free consultations to help you understand your timeline.
Aaron Michael Heckaman works on a contingency fee basis — Contingency — no fee unless we win. This means you pay nothing out of pocket to get started. Legal fees are only collected if your case is resolved successfully through a settlement or verdict.
Aaron Michael Heckaman handles cases involving Mesothelioma & Asbestos, Wrongful Death, Toxic Tort, Products Liability. Aaron Michael Heckaman is a partner at Bailey Cowan & Heckaman (BCH Law) in Houston, where he has represented mesothelioma patients, wrongful death survivors, and victims of toxic tort and asbestos exposure across Texas and nationwide since 2007. A Texas A&M University graduate and South Texas College of Law alumnus, he gained early experience at two nationally recognized plaintiff trial firms before building a record that earned him recognition as a Top 100 High Stakes Litigator in 2017, 2018, and 2019, a Million Dollar Advocate, and a Top 40 Under 40 honoree. Licensed in both Texas and Illinois and bilingual in English and Spanish, Heckaman is a member of the Houston Trial Lawyers Association, the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, and the American Association for Justice — a reflection of his commitment to holding corporations accountable for the harm caused by asbestos, defective products, and hazardous substances.
Mesothelioma lawsuits in Texas are typically filed in the Texas District Court (county of exposure or residence). Aaron can advise on the best venue for your specific circumstances based on where the asbestos exposure occurred.
Average mesothelioma settlements in Texas range from $1.0M–$1.5M (varies by case factors). The actual value of your case depends on factors such as the extent of asbestos exposure, the severity of your diagnosis, the number of liable parties, and available bankruptcy trust fund claims. Aaron can provide a case-specific evaluation at no cost.
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