Adrienne Marie Makens, Business Attorney in Fort Worth, Texas
Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Estate Planning, and Family Law
AssociateatBrown Pruitt Peterson & Wambsganss, P.C. A Professional Corporation
Fort Worth, TX
Practicing business in Fort Worth since 2003.
- 23+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Adrienne Marie Makens is an associate based in Fort Worth, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Family Law. Adrienne has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Brown Pruitt Peterson & Wambsganss, P.C. A Professional Corporation.
- Based in
- Fort Worth, TX
- Experience
- over 23 years
- Known for
- Business · Estate Planning · Family Law
- Handles Business, Estate Planning, and Family Law matters from Fort Worth, TX.
- Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Adrienne Marie Makens: Adrienne Marie Makens is an associate based in Fort Worth, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Family Law. Adrienne has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Brown Pruitt Peterson & Wambsganss, P.C. A Professional Corporation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Adrienne takes on
Adrienne concentrates on business, estate planning, family law, general, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Adrienne handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Fort Worth, Texas
Adrienne takes business matters in Fort Worth, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Adrienne agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Fort Worth, Texas
Adrienne takes estate planning matters in Fort Worth, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Adrienne agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Fort Worth, Texas
Adrienne takes family law matters in Fort Worth, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Adrienne agrees to represent you.
General cases in Fort Worth, Texas
Adrienne takes general matters in Fort Worth, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Adrienne agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Fort Worth, Texas
Adrienne takes insurance matters in Fort Worth, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Adrienne agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Adrienne Marie Makens — business lawyer in Fort Worth
Adrienne Marie Makens is an associate based in Fort Worth, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Family Law. Adrienne has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Brown Pruitt Peterson & Wambsganss, P.C. A Professional Corporation.
Ms. Adrienne Marie Makens is a lawyer practicing commercial, civil litigation, insurance defense and 5 other areas of law. Adrienne received a B.B.A. degree from Texas Christian University in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years. Adrienne practices at Brown Pruitt Peterson & Wambsganss, P.C. A Professional Corporation in Fort Worth, TX.
How Adrienne handles business matters
Ms. Adrienne Marie Makens is a lawyer practicing commercial, civil litigation, insurance defense and 5 other areas of law. Adrienne received a B.B.A. degree from Texas Christian University in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years. Adrienne practices at Brown Pruitt Peterson & Wambsganss, P.C. A Professional Corporation in Fort Worth, TX.
The kind of cases Adrienne takes
Adrienne reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, estate planning, and family law matters in Fort Worth and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Kansas School of Law
J.D. · 2003
Texas Christian University
B.B.A. Management · 2000
Jurisdictions
Adrienne's state bar admissions
Texas U.S. District
2003 · ACTIVE
Adrienne studied at J.D. in University of Kansas School of Law and B.B.A. Management in Texas Christian University.
Law school and academic background
Adrienne completed J.D. in University of Kansas School of Law and B.B.A. Management in Texas Christian University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Adrienne runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Adrienne Marie Makens's office in Fort Worth
Adrienne's primary office is at 801 Wells Fargo Tower, 201 Main St., Ste. 801, Fort Worth, TX, 76102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Brown Pruitt Peterson & Wambsganss, P.C. A Professional Corporation
801 Wells Fargo Tower, 201 Main St., Ste. 801
Fort Worth, TX 76102
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How to hire Adrienne Marie Makens — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Adrienne usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Adrienne charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Adrienne's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Adrienne will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Fort Worth, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Adrienne
Adrienne discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Adrienne confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Adrienne's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Adrienne Marie Makens
How much does it cost to hire Adrienne for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Adrienne walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Adrienne offer a free consultation?
Adrienne charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Adrienne's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Adrienne's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Texas typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Adrienne gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Adrienne take my case if I'm outside Fort Worth?
Adrienne is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Adrienne will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Adrienne?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Adrienne will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Adrienne accepting new business clients right now?
Adrienne's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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