About Us

The philosophy of DumasNeel is simple: provide excellent representation to our clients with unmatched personable quality customer service.

Our Mission

DumasNeel strives for goals and results-oriented collaboration with our clients. As a result, the majority of our clients have maintained long-term relationships with our attorneys throughout the years. Our clients know who is handling their matters and have an open line of communication with the lead attorney. DumasNeel is keenly aware that every business interaction has possible litigation consequences; because of this, DumasNeel vets its clients’problems and solutions through both a transactional and litigation lens.

Cody Dumas

Managing Attorney

Cody Dumas is a seasoned corporate attorney specializing in entity structuring, governance, intricate transactions, and comprehensive business litigation. Starting his career as Associate General Counsel for a statewide multi-faceted healthcare operation, Cody progressed to become the Chief Legal Officer for a growing health system in Houston, Texas prior to going into private practice in 2019.

With a career steeped in private healthcare, Cody brings invaluable insights into the collaboration between legal decisions and business operations. Serving a diverse clientele across various business sectors, from emerging ventures to established multimillion-dollar enterprises, he leverages this experience to provide sustainable operational solutions for DumasNeel’s clients, aligning legal and business perspectives for long-term success.

Outside the corporate realm, Cody actively engages in community initiatives. As a Director of a nonprofit supporting Texas agricultural students, an investigator with the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, and a member of the Emergency Department Practice Management Association’s committees, Cody demonstrates a commitment to diverse community roles.

Cody Dumas, with his distinctive blend of legal acumen and business proficiency, plays a pivotal role in shaping successful and sustainable strategies for DumasNeel’s clients, leaving a meaningful impact in both the legal and community spheres.

Megan Neel

Member Attorney

With a wealth of experience spanning more than twenty years in the healthcare sector, Megan Neel specializes in healthcare business transactions and compliance matters. Prior to pursuing her legal career, Megan collaborated with leading pharmaceutical companies, addressing FDA labeling compliance issues and contributing to medical education projects. Following her legal education, Megan assumed the role of Chief Compliance Officer for a group of ambulatory surgical centers before transitioning into private practice.

Megan’s approach is centered on navigating the intricate legal landscape to empower her clients, which includes direct primary care practices, large counseling practices, and both local and national telehealth providers, to concentrate on delivering quality patient care. She is deeply committed to ensuring compliance with a myriad of regulations, including but not limited to HIPAA, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback statutes, FDA regulations, and various state and federal laws. Megan actively engages with the healthcare community, offering training sessions on HIPAA compliance, human resource matters, and providing expert services in HIPAA breach defense.

Beyond her legal practice, Megan is involved in creating continuing legal education (CLE) programs and remains an active member of several professional organizations, including the Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce, the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the American Health Law Association (AHLA), and the Bay Area Bar Association (BABA).

Carlo Varela

Senior Associate Attorney

Carlo Varela is a seasoned attorney with a robust background in both the medical and legal fields. Before embarking on his legal career, Carlo dedicated nearly two decades to the medical sector, culminating in his role as Chief Financial Officer and partner of a prominent, multi-million-dollar medical services corporation. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of St. Thomas, where he also completed the CFP Board Certification Education Program. Carlo later earned his Juris Doctor from South Texas College of Law Houston, completing the transactional practice certificate program.

Prior to joining DumasNeel, Carlo honed his legal expertise at a national, midsized firm in Houston, Texas specializing in litigation defense with a primary focus on personal injury defense, federal workers’ compensation defense, and issues related to contract interpretation and insurance coverage. As Lead Associate, he played a pivotal role in mentoring and supervising junior attorneys, guiding them through various stages of litigation, including pre-litigation, discovery, pretrial preparation, trial, and appellate processes. Notably, Carlo has co-counseled before the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit and has adeptly negotiated settlements, often without the need for mediation.

Carlo brings a wealth of experience and meticulous attention to detail to DumasNeel. His diverse background enables him to collaborate effectively with clients and colleagues, ensuring comprehensive legal strategies that align with client goals. Carlo excels in drafting and reviewing commercial documents, conducting thorough factual investigations and analyses, and providing strategic legal advice for both transactions and litigation. His commitment to client advocacy and his ability to navigate complex legal landscapes make him a valuable asset to our team.

“Cody is a professional, reliable, thorough, and just a pleasant human being to work with. I had a great experience with him and his team and will surely be returning in the future!”

Dr. Juli L.

“Not only is Megan knowledgeable & experienced - but she is absolutely wonderful to work with. We are thrilled to have found the perfect legal team match for our business. "

Celina S.

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